Lilley

Being British in Little Britain & the Kandy Kids What better place to watch the Royal Wedding, a Sri Lankan’s favorite; Nuwara Eliya, nicknamed Little Britain, the once playground for the upper classes, a rich green land with every inch cultivated, decorated with quaint timber cottages, rose gardens, an impressive golf course, and 5 star hotels. This is the place to not just fantasize that you’re from high society, but live it out without breaking the bank. So Alex and I indulged for 5 days, first staying at the Hotel Glendower, a mid range colonial alternative, then downsizing to the bohemian dwelling the King Fern, complete with Bob Marley Memorabilia. We strolled through flower gardens hand in hand, nibbled on cakes from our High Tea spread served in the Grand Hotel, played snooker with our new ... read more

This blog is dedicated to the memory of little Jimi, a stray puppy who sadly died in a tragic road accident outside my guesthouse in Midigama. Little Jimi was buried by myself and the guests Dave and Sab in the grounds of Rams guesthouse (The guesthouse and owner are written about in the lonely planet), 12th April, 2011. Two months has sped by, firstly traveling with my youngest brother Billy, with a teary farewell on the eve of his departure back to Birmingham, uk. Recently engaged he is now in domestic heaven in his new flat shared with with his fiance Alexis Soul Grey and her two cats. We both new this was a unique and special trip with many shared moments and I feel privaliged to have this time with him. Highlights from our trip ... read more

Can't believe I'm hear on the 27th floor, staying in a spectacular apartment with a wonderful host the Miss Emma. This stylish sanctury overlooks the famous Galle face green and what better soundtrack could you ask for, the chorus of prayer. You can see most of Colombo from here. I'm 5 hours ahead of you, so while your waking up I'm having lunch and when I'm sleeping you are stuffing your face with your lovely homecooked dinner. Talking of dinner I'm cooking tonight, heading to the market to buy local veggies and yummy and unusual fruits, ( I wonder what the sinhalease aquilevent of TWO FOR A POUND DARLING) will let you know.... The flights were in total a speedy 12 hours On arriving at the airport, Billy(as named in the family, William to you ;0)) ... read more