Sri Lanka at last January 10th 2013

Landing in Colombo

Sri Lanka at Last...

Breakfast is at the food court opposite, generally the reserve of airport staff and associated fringe companies, so unsurprisingly a few amused looks as I roll through the entrance. So, here we are, back to some of the best food I have ever tasted in the world! Breakfast is a Malaysian type of Roti - essentially an omelet wrapped in flat bread, with a dipping sauce. Throw in a cup of strong sweet tea and a very tasty meal for 95p, just about 4 1/2 ringgit.

Just a small matter of getting Air Asia to reinstate my lost bookings, so it's off to the LCCT in anticipation of arguing my case and having to produce evidence of payment etc...  "No problem", says the boy at the counter for problems. Within 10 minutes all is confirmed again and I'm definitely on my way to Sri Lanka. The 3 1/2 hour flight is on the Airbus A320 and is leaving on time - thankfully!

Colombo Airport

Descending into Colombo through lightening storms, rain lashing at the windows and of course it's a rocky ride as the plane is buffeted side to side. The landing is smooth enough though, all credit to the pilot in control. So, here we are - Welcome to Sri Lanka, 10th January, on Schedule, on time and very wet, but at least it's warm.

Formalities completed, again quite expediently. The Europeans, especially the British, have something to learn here! Now to get to Negombo without being scammed, cheated or arrested.