Top Five: Where to Find the Best Coffee in Arugam Bay
FOOD & DRINKS
Not long ago, coffee in Sri Lanka meant a cup of instant and a spoonful of sugar. But times have changed. In Arugam Bay, a new wave of cafés is raising the bar, serving up proper brews to match the sunrise surf. Here, our top five spots for a post-surf caffeine fix.
The Slow Path: How Sri Lanka Is Emerging as a Haven for Sustainable Tourism
HEALTH
In the age of over-tourism and fast-paced getaways, a different kind of travel is quietly taking root and Sri Lanka is poised to lead it.
With its tea-covered hills, surf-ready coastlines, and centuries-old wellness traditions, the island offers more than postcard beauty. It offers balance. More travelers and locals are discovering that the best way to experience Sri Lanka isn’t in a rush, but with intention- slowly, mindfully, sustainably.
Hello June
As the masses return home and we reclaim the rhythm of our island life, this month marks a resident takeover—when staycations take center stage and supporting homegrown businesses doing great things becomes more than frivolous fun, but a meaningful priority. This is your ultimate guide to the month ahead.
Arugam Bay: Where to Eat, Drink & Have a Good Time
FOOD & DRINK
As the Indian Ocean begins its seasonal shift and flawless waves roll into shore, Arugam Bay stirs to life.
Dream Season Has Begun in Ahangama
NEWS
Off season in Ahangama? Frankly, we don’t see it.
Ahangama keeps humming—and for those savvy enough to fly in or sneak away for a staycation, May to October is what we at Pineapple Press call Dream Season.
If the Sun Always Shines, When Is It Off-Peak?
NEWS
In Sri Lanka, the weather forecast is barely worth checking. It borders on poetic repetition: 25°C and fine, with a chance of afternoon showers from May to October. The kind of climate travel agents in greyer latitudes would bottle and sell—sunlit mornings, warm sea breezes, and brief, cleansing rains that roll in like a deep sigh and vanish just as quickly.
How to Find the Light: A Traveler’s Guide to Vesak in Sri Lanka
CULTURE
As Sri Lanka bathes in the soft glow of the May full moon, Vesak—a sacred Buddhist holiday honouring the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha—transforms the island into a tapestry of light, devotion, and quiet generosity. For travellers or locals looking to experience the celebration in a modern, meaningful way, here’s how to fully embrace Vesak’s sacred glow.