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“Wonderful setting on a secluded beach.....bliss!”

Talalla Retreat

5 of 5 stars
RobbieandCharl
UK
Dec 22, 2009

Just returned from a fantastic holiday in Sri Lanka which we'd recommend to anyone looking for the perfect combination of beach/nature/culture/friendly people. Our plan was to spend the first few days...more

“Paradise Found”

Talalla Retreat

5 of 5 stars
M0ntrealgirl
Fujairah, U.A.E.
Dec 14, 2009

If you are looking for that pristine empty beach a little off the beaten path and a boutique hotel atmosphere at a very reasonable price, you need look no further. Talallah retreat offers all that. ...more

“Lattitude Six - Great place to spend a few days, weeks or even months!”

Latitude Six

5 of 5 stars
NatnGlenn
Perth
Nov 18, 2009

If you are into surfing, chilling out with awesome people and seeing one of the most beautiful countries in the world, you could not do much better than to spend some time at Lattitude Six Guesthouse...more

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