Linger in Sri Lanka

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(Free-Press-Release.com) February 28, 2006 -- You could be forgiven for wanting to spend all week on the beach in Sri Lanka. However tempting this sounds, this resplendent isle offers so much more than just a beach holiday. directline holidays (Tel 020 8239 3399) has a good deal to the resort of Negombo, departing Gatwick on 15 March for seven nights in beachside accommodation for �558pp.

With 1000 miles of coastline, the white sand beaches are extremely enticing but inland Sri Lanka is a profusion of dense forests, spice gardens, Buddist Temples and waterfalls. The fishing village of Negombo situated 40km north of the capital Colombo yet only 20 minutes from the airport, has grown into a relaxed holiday resort. Watch the fishermen on their primitive catamarans with the catch of the day or mending their nets on the beach. Needless to say, the local seafood is a must on the menu. Visit the nearby Kochikade Market for an authentic experience of Sri Lankan life.

Accommodation is at the friendly 3* Browns Beach Hotel overlooking the golden sands of a superb stretch of coastline. The hotel has a large range of activities, watersports and nightly evening entertainment, suitable for all ages.

The price of �558pp is based on two sharing accommodation with breakfast and includes return flights from Gatwick to Colombo and local transfers.