You are advised to make sure first about the tourism office whether it is licensed or not and available flights via internet. It is better to arrange your visit through licensed travel agents, or international Airlines.

Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Bentota, Nagambo and Galle, Those cities are known among the Arabs. And there are other cities like Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Yala, Kataragama, Pasikuda and Pottuvil.

You can reach Sri Lanka directly from Doha via Qatar Airways (there are three flights daily), also Sri Lankan Airlines which has daily flights or any other flights operating in between Gulf countries and Sri Lanka.

There are road networks linking between cities. The preferred mode of transport is to hire a private vehicle through the tourism offices or hotels. There is a network of trains and public bus transportation between the cities, but they are very crowded. Also there are Air taxies, which are small in size with the capacity for a limited number of passengers moving between Colombo and many other Sri Lankan cities. It is worthy to note that the advantage of this kind of Air taxi is, it lands in the water.

You can get the visa easily at the Bandaranaike International Airport on Arrival or via the Internet site (www.eta.gov.lk).

Sri Lanka has warm climate, moderated by ocean winds and considerable moisture. Lowlands and coastal Sri Lanka have hot humid climate. On the hills the climate is salubrious. Both types of climates are separated by a few hours motoring. In Colombo, the commercial capital, located on the west coast, the temperature differs from 26.4 C to 27.8 C, and some time it exceeds 30 C. Relative humidity is 70% during days while at nights it reaches 90%. Lowland country enjoys tropical climate. The climate is quite cool in hilly regions. At the altitude of nearly 2,000 meters such as in Nuwara Eliya the temperature goes down to 16ºC or less. May, June and July are the hottest months of the year.

Rupee (LKR): 1 QR = 40 LKR / 1 US $ = 150 LKR. 

There are many small shopping centers in Colombo such as "Odel", “ Romafour” "Majestic City" "Liberty Plaza" House of Fashion" “No Limit" and “Glitz” for clothing, and there are a range of shops called "Laksala" for souvenirs and handicrafts and also there are a range of shops such as "Zam Gems," for precious stones and their products.

The period of stay in Sri Lanka depends on the desired program for the trip. The average period is preferably not to exceed more than 15 days to visit the areas mentioned above.

In coastal areas it is preferred to wear light clothes. Do not forget that Nuwara Eliya is very cool and preferably take winter clothes, especially for children.

 It can be arranged through the tourism agencies in the country, or by some well-known tourism companies in Sri Lanka by contacting them directly or via e-mail.

Yes, most of the places and sights are on the roads between the cities.

 There are few places alongside the roads. It is difficult to stop for meals anywhere. It is also difficult to get proper washrooms sometimes.

Sri Lanka offers many options for the accommodation. There are star class hotels, resorts and villas and chalets in most cities. There are some cities may have below 4 star hotels. But those are in good condition. 

Travel & Tourism Offices offer a vehicle and a driver for every tour, covered with Accommodation and fuel. In case of personal booking you may request it from the offices or hotels.

 Yes, In terms of accommodation, most of the hotels provide facilities for children such as places for play & meals etc. There is a Leisure world water park in “Avissawella” area, which is located far about 45 km from Colombo. 

 There is no embarrassment from wearing Niqab in Sri Lanka, a country with a large proportion of Muslims in all regions, and number of their women wears Niqab. Wearing dresses according to Shareea is normal. 

Sri Lanka has around 14 national parks. You may visit them and see the different types of animals and nature, but some parks are dry during dry season.

Credit cards can be used. Payments can be made in cash in most places. Also, credit cards may be used in shopping centers.

There are several Telecommunication companies in Sri Lanka. But the best one is (Dialog) because excellent coverage in all parts of Sri Lanka, and its reasonable charges.