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What is the local food like in Sri lanka?
How much does the food cost?
Is there a special etiquette?
What are some places to eat?
What local dishes to try in Sri Lanka?
What can I eat in Sri Lanka as a vegetarian?
Can I drink tap water in Sri Lanka?
Is there a tea and coffee culture in Sri Lanka?
Where to buy alcohol in Sri Lanka and how much does it cost?
What are the restrictions regarding alcohol consumption?
What alcoholic drinks to try while in Sri Lanka?
Are there any grocery stores with Western food?
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What soft drinks are available?
International brands of soft drinks – Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Sprite – are widely available and cheap, but it’s much more fun to explore the glorious range of outlandish soft drinks produced locally by Olé, Lion and Elephant. These include old-fashioned favorites like cream soda and ginger beer, and unique local brands like Portello and the ultra-sweet, lollipop-flavored Necta. Ginger beer is particularly common, and very refreshing – the Elephant brand uses natural ginger, which is meant to be good for the stomach and digestion. The slightly sour-tasting coconut water (thambili) isn’t to everyone’s taste, although it’s guaranteed safe, having been locked up in the heart of the coconut.
I'm afraid of snakes. Are there any snakes in Sri Lanka? Can you find snakes in hotels?
... Sri Lanka has quite a lot of snakes but they usually keep out of open …
How do I rent a car in Sri Lanka?
... Some companies will allow you to rent their cars if you have an International Driving …
What do I need to know about driving in Sri Lanka?
... The department is located in Werahera (address: Department of Motor Traffic Rd, Boralesgamuwa, Sri Lanka), …
What are the restrictions regarding alcohol consumption?
... However, it’s not prohibited to consume alcohol that you purchased prior to the Poya days …
Where to buy alcohol in Sri Lanka and how much does it cost?
... You can buy alcohol from wine stores, restaurant bars, hotel bars and from some supermarkets. …
Should I take any health precautions when traveling to Sri Lanka?
... Try to avoid being bitten by mosquitos – they can carry diseases such as dengue …