Sri Lanka: Five-Star Shangri-La Beachfront Luxury 7 Nights from AUD$2,199/room

Sri Lanka is one of the world’s hottest travel destinations right now for those in search of fragrant food, lazy days on the beach, once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences, cosmopolitan cities, lush tea plantations and five-star hotels – including Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa. Discover more of Sri Lanka with our travel guide, or learn about the best places to safari. What You’ll Love… The Hotel – World-class service and facilities Experience a new level of luxury nestled on the beachfront of Sri Lanka’s pristine southern coast as you stay at the 58-hectare Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa, ranked the number one hotel in the area on TripAdvisor. Expect world-class service and unbelievable facilities including three swimming pools, a tranquil spa – where you can enjoy an included massage each - exotic dining venues, an 18-hole golf course (the only resort course in the country!) set on a coconut palm plantation and a unique Artisan Village where you can interact with local craftsmen. Your Room – Choose from garden, golf course or ocean views Stay in a 48sqm Deluxe Garden room featuring furnishings that reflect the beauty of the surrounding nature and local culture, as well as a glass-enclosed shower, deep-soak bathtub, plush king-size bed, complimentary Wi-Fi and magnificent views of the resort’s tropical gardens. Upgrades Premier: Enjoy stunning views over the resort’s golf course which is set on a coconut palm plantation. Premier Ocean: Spend hours gazing at views of the Indian Ocean from your private balcony or terrace. Premier Ocean Suite: Unwind in a huge 96sqm suite complete with separate living and dining area, premium Shangri-La amenities and a balcony offering spellbinding views of the Indian Ocean. The Food – Daily breakfast, nightly dinners and nightly cocktails included Start each day in paradise with your included daily buffet breakfast served with garden views in Bojunhala restaurant, where the food is served at live cooking stations. Dine on an impressive spread of Sri Lanka and Indian dishes, eggs cooked to your liking, noodle soups, bacon, sausages, cereals, sushi, cold cuts, pastries, fruits and more. Packages also include daily buffet dinners featuring an ever-changing selection of local and international dishes such as Italian pastas and risotto, Mexican quesadillas, Mongolian seafood, Arabic kebabs and kofta, Sri Lankan curries, Chinese wok dishes and much more. Each evening you can also enjoy a nightly cocktail chosen by the bar manager. See & Do – Safaris, hot springs and natural beauty Located along the ancient Spice Route, Hambantota is known for its natural beauty and wildlife with nearby safari parks including the famous Yala, Udawalawe, Lunugamvehera and Bundala. It’s here that you can catch a glimpse of a herd of Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, deer, buffalo, crocodile, snakes and an abundance of bird life. Beyond the national parks, you can also visit the Hambantota fishing port to see the local’s bringing in their catch of the day; unwind at the Mahapelessa Hot Springs or visit the charming Mulkrigala Temple located at the top of a sheer rock. Perfect for couples or small families exploring Sri Lanka If you’ve always dreamed of visiting Sri Lanka, then take this opportunity to add a relaxing beachside stay near all of the best safari parks to your itinerary. Plus, you can bring one child along for free (see the ‘Fine Print’ for more information)