Sun and sea are great fun whether be it on a temperate or tropical beach. In tropical Sri Lanka time on the beach is for all seasons.
Sri Lankan Beaches
Sri Lankan beaches are miles of pristine white sands fringed by waving coconut palms and many resort towns have developed around them. Kalutara on Sri Lanka’s west coast is one and Kalutara hotels cater to varied budgets. If you are looking for beach fronted luxury accommodation in Kalutara then Turyaa Kalutara would suit you well.
Dos for beach vacations
• Sand free beach bags to carry things- mesh totes ideal as you can shake sand out
• Sun screen and insect spray to avoid sun burn and avoid being bitten or pestered by bugs
• Trash bags to avoid littering beaches
• Moisturisers and wet wipes
• Water and cool drinks
• Carefully packed food-small containers are ideal for if you drop one you have the others
• Yoga mats are better than towels as they are waterproof
• First aid box
Dos for kids
• Sun screen, wet wipes
• Beach toys including spades and buckets
• A chain or garland of sponges so they can wet it and cool down
• Plenty of food and drinks
• A pop up tent for shade and naps
• Baby oil/lotion
Don’ts
• Don’t litter
• Watch out for currents when swimming
• Heed warning flags
• Avoid sun burn
• Never let toddlers and little kids venture to the sea unaccompanied
• Watch out for harmful sea creatures
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