Colombo Part II

Day 82 - 84.

Our time in Sri Lanka is nearly coming to an end, but not before two final nights in Colombo.

Checked in to the Colombo Villa to stay with Paul and Diane for their last night. They had kindly stocked up on a fresh bottle of gin and some premium cheese and crackers, both of which went down slightly too well and completely finished by 2pm..

Headed out for cocktails at Galle Face Hotel right on the beach for sunset, had been warned there may be a dress code so we put on our smartest attire, which translated meant the same clothes we wear each and everyday but without the havianas. As we departed the look up and down I got from our hotel owner didn't scream promise, but fingers crossed.

Lovely sunset at the hotel and a great night in all (entry was successful btw) and it felt like we were on a real holiday! The next day it was rise and shine early to say farewell, we were sad to say goodbye, Ellie especially, only slightly consoled by the fact her backpack was now 5kg lighter!

Spent our final day relaxing in the central park, surrounded by courting couples in every direction. Purchased a cracking pair of walking shoes - finally! Might be bright blue but at this stage the fear of being prematurely disabled for life by only wearing havianas for mile after mile means I would literally wear anything.

Mixed hostel for our final night, had the treat of a double bed bunk bed which was promising at first. It all went downhill when we discovered the only other guest in the room was the 300 pound chef. As he waded into room after shutting up the kitchen it was clear that this was a man who could snore..

Headed to the coast for dusk, spent our final night enjoying the sunset on the railway track over one last bottle of Lion. Plenty of reminiscing whilst avoiding the odd train, it's been quite the adventure and we wouldn't have changed a thing!

P.s Turns out our instinct was correct, boy could that chef snore.Read more