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Hard Times for Hotels, also at ArugamBay

Published on 09/10/2008 in hotels, Money Matters, people, press coverage and the bay. 0 Comments

SRI LANKA: Livelihoods at risk as tourism sector slides

COLOMBO, 9 October 2008 (IRIN) – Sri Lanka’s struggling tourism industry – hard hit by the conflict between the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and government forces, and with security concerns increasing in Colombo, the capital – is banking on the island’s traditional attractions to lure tourists back again.

Government and industry officials have renewed promotional campaigns marketing a varied assortment of attractions, including safaris tracking wild elephants, eco-tourism, nature tours and visits to archeological sites.

The promotional campaign comes at a time when the industry has been hard hit by the tense security situation. Tourist arrivals have recorded alarming slides, according to industry officials. In August 2008, monthly tourist arrival figures fell by 31.4 percent compared to last year, according to Tourist Board statistics.

In July the drop was 25 percent and in the first eight months of 2008, arrivals indicated an increase only in January, March and May, while during that eight-month period overall arrivals fell by 8.2 percent to 288,000 from 313,000 in 2007.

Tourism contributed about US$1.03 billion, or about 3 percent of gross domestic product, in the last year, according to the Sri Lankan Tourist Board.

“Arrivals have dropped because of what has been happening [on the security front] and things have been difficult for the industry,” George Michael, secretary to the Ministry of Tourism, told IRIN. The slide in the industry has been continuing since 2007. The Department of Census and Statistics said in its economic performance report for 2007 that arrivals had fallen by 11.7 percent in 2007 to 494,000 (from 559,000 in 2006). The conflict escalated in late 2006.

Village economies affected

Hotel operators warn that the downturn in the industry will not be limited to the number of falling arrivals or occupation rates.

“Entire village economies can depend on a single hotel,” Dayal Fernando, the general manager at Amaya Reef Hotel, a beach front hotel at Hikkaduwa on the scenic southern coast, 100km south of Colombo, told IRIN.

“When the hotels lose business, the suppliers in turn feel the pinch and it will impact their employees and those in the transport sector or on the farms that provide food for the tourist trade,” Fernando said. “Most of the hotels also employ a lot of people from the area and if retrenchments start, the local economies will be the first to feel the heat.”

The Census and Statistics Department’s Labour Force Survey for 2007 found that over 100,000 people were employed in the restaurant and hotel sector and of that 56 percent were employed as informal employees.

A recent World Bank report said the Sri Lankan tourism industry had lagged behind regional growth levels for over two decades.

“Tourist arrivals have not increased significantly compared to 1982 despite a six-fold increase in tourist arrivals in East Asia and the Pacific during the same period,” the Bank stated in its World Bank Country Assistance Strategy for Sri Lanka released on 6 October. The report also said that tourism was one of the areas identified for future assistance.

Tourist Ministry Secretary Michael feels that there are already small signs of a recovery. “There is a slight increase in forward bookings in the winter season (from November 2008 onwards). Our hope is that the trend will continue.”

However, hotel manager Fernando feels that a permanent turnaround for the fickle industry can only be expected once the violence ends.

“We really don’t need marketing gimmicks,” he said “It is a beautiful island and if there is no war, tourists will flock to it.”

Hotel operators said they had not yet assessed the impact of the global credit crunch but expected it to put further strains on the industry.

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Live Music Evening @ SVH (Fri.)

Published on 10/09/2008 in accomodation, bars, Blogs, From our own Correspondent, front page, hotels, parties, people, press coverage and restaurants. 1 Comment

AbaY Walk 2008

Published on 08/07/2008 in accomodation, bars, Blogs, cabanas, From our own Correspondent, front page, guesthouse, hotels, Money Matters, people, restaurants, services, shops and the bay. 1 Comment

In the middle of the year, we supposed to have “High Season” at Arugam Bay.
Every July, Arugam. info walks from bridge to bridge, simply armed with a little camera.

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From bridge end to the other end of AbaY
This year we have a new USAIDs bridge to the North of our hamlet.
The Southern, Panama end bridge remains in poor shape.
Over the years every single sign and sign post has been documented in that way.
You are welcome to compare each year and study the ‘progress’ – or the opposite thereof…!?
Since 2005 the files are in Arugam.info ‘s our Inderal shards of order Picasa Album, see link below.
http://picasaweb.google.com/arugamsurf/AbaYWalk2008

Stardust – Arugambay by Athol Travel

Published on 16/06/2008 in Blogs, guesthouse, hotels, press coverage and restaurants. 2 Comments

East Coast
(Arugam Bay)

Stardust Beach Hotel has the finest accommodation at Arugam Bay, on Sri Lanka’s stunning east coast. Stardust is situated between Arugam Bay beach and a large lagoon, with all the best surf breaks within easy reach.

East Coast Surf

Sri Lanka’s east coast gets swell from the southern Indian Ocean, and is best from May to September when the prevailing wind is offshore every morning. The beach break in front of the Stardust Hotel can be OK for body surfing, but the best waves are right-hand point breaks.

Well-known Arugam Point (“The Point”) is a 15-minute walk from the hotel. Pottuvil Point and Crocodile Rock (“Croc Rock”) are less than 30 minutes away in a local ‘tuk tuk’. Several other points can be reached by road.

Stardust Beach Hotel

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The main building at Stardust Beach Hotel was designed by architect and owner Merete Scheller, and completed in 2005. The spacious double rooms include private bathroom, telephone, fridge and your own terrace with views over Arugam Bay. Comforts include quality mattresses, mosquito net, ceiling fan and natural cooling from the delightful sea breeze.You can go surfing, relax on the beach, watch the fishing boats or shop in the local market. Visit some of the historic temples near the village, or check out the lagoon where elephants have their evening ‘shower’. Do a day trip to Lahugala National Park to see wild elephants, or visit Yala National Park, which is home to an astonishing range of birdlife.

Tour Packages
Atoll Travel can book a stay at the Stardust Beach Hotel, whether you’re looking for a low stress surf holiday or a relaxing stopover on a tour around fascinating Sri Lanka.

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Stardust – Arugambay

Published on 16/06/2008 in accomodation, Blogs, guesthouse, hotels, press coverage and restaurants. 0 Comments

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Stardust Beach, Arugam Bay

Stardust Beach Hotel is situated in the east coast of Sri Lanka, close to Pottuvil. This area is considered one of the 10 best surfing destinations in the world. The east coast is at its finest between May and November when it is ideal for surfing.

Perched at the end of the bay the Stardust Hotel sits between the lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Stardust offers comfort, cleanliness, excellent food and a genial atmosphere. There are three classes of rooms (Beach Cabanas, Double Bungalows and Deluxe Rooms) with comfortable mattresses, mosquito nets and overhead fans. They also have a private terrace or balcony with a sea or garden view.

The Stardust is famous for its sumptuous Sri Lankan and international cuisine that includes delicious home made ice creams and cakes. Meals are prepared using fresh vegetables from the local market and seafood brought right to the doorstep by local fisherman. A selection of wine is also on offer.
Arugam Bay is considered one of the top ten surf destinations in the world and the surfing season here, starts in May. There is a beach break in front of the Stradust Hotel that is good for body surfing and beginners. Three of the better point breaks for surfing A?a??a?? The Point, Pottuvil Point, and Crocodile Rock are all within an hour from the hotel. Bicycles and canoes are available for those interested in exploring the nearby lagoon areaA?a??a??s natural wilderness that is home to monitor lizards, birds, and monkeys. The hotel is also located close to the ancient jungle shrine of Katragama, as well as the Yala and Lahugala National Parks.

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Siam View & Beer

Published on 13/06/2008 in bars, Blogs, hotels, press coverage and restaurants. 1 Comment

Hotel Rating: SVH, Arugam Bay
From my experience, the SVH produces and sells the best beer in Sri Lanka.
AbaY Erythromycin solution for acne where to buy Natural beer is on tap, all ten types of it, only at the Casodex and lupron treatment Siam View.
The hotel itself lost most rooms in the Tsunami, but half dozen or so remaining are in top condition.
Solar hot water, stand-by generators, aircon and an authentic Thai restaurant make this establishment into the focal point of remote Arugam Bay.
Very family friendly, open to very late, good value for money!

Right on the beach, near famous surf point.
All major sport events are shown on a giant big screen.
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  • Comparison: less expensive than average
  • Address: Siam View Hotel, Arugam Bay, PottuVille, East Coast, Sri Lanka 32500
  • Phone: 0094773200201
  • Directions: In the middle of the Bay, seaside
  • Website: www.arugam.com
  • Other Contact: www.arugam.info
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    Published on 22/03/2008 in accomodation, Blogs, cabanas, guesthouse, hotels, press coverage, restaurants and the bay. 0 Comments

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    #50 Siam View Hotel

    Published on 06/01/2008 in bars, Blogs, From our own Correspondent, guesthouse, hotels, Money Matters, people, press coverage, presse-deutsch, restaurants, services, surf and the bay. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

    Good Morning Friends!

    Today we have Good News!
    (for a change…!?, but Why?)

    Because this is our last Newsletter from Arugam Bay Emsam sale !
    Why? Who is giving up?
    Nobody!
    It’s because you now have you very own, daily, Newsletter from AbaY
    It is:

    www.arugam.info
    Local news, as well as reviews, are already published on our new look, interactive home page.
    Anyone can now add photos, comments, questions!
    Please take a look and help to develop Greg’s brain child by participating. Just a little bit!
    Contents are already changing EVERY day on our new style web pages, simply click link above and take a quick preview.

    Feedback required
    Folks, remember we are just simple guys trying to help ourselves and promote our area.
    Your comments, suggestions, ideas are most welcome and very valuable to us.
    Please tell us what you like to see, what you want, what you would like us to include.

    What has happened since June 2006?
    As this might be our final, direct message to you we take this opportunity to report on some results and developments since we contacted you with our June Newsletter. And we can tie up some old ends in that way.

    Season:
    The 2006 Surfing Season went actually much better than feared. Given the situation in the rest of the island we have done quite well.
    We had a good crowd in town, great surf conditions and a very peaceful time here at Arugam Bay.
    Sadly it was a very much shorter season; strange it seems to be over so early.
    Because the swell is actually best right now….at the end September.
    All NGO’s, our last year’s only customers, have largely gone home as well. Just as well. No great loss for us or the Bay. See “Attitudes 2006” below.

    N.s.s. Simon
    Due to his local popularity Simon’s present predicament was at once known and was already widely discussed even before any publication, anywhere. We are still observing an unexpected, international interest judging by the flood of emails on this very subject.
    Relax. Everything possible is being done.
    Sadly this is uncoordinated as usual; because many guys trying to help, but they don’t know of each other’s efforts …..

    SVH Holiday Homes Idea:
    There has been some interest in our offer to construct a few dream homes/offices/studios by the sea, but no firm takers so far.
    Understandable, with the ongoing civil unrest not many wish to invest in Sri Lanka at this point in time.
    However, we are convinced that once peace is settled, any early investment into property will prove to be a very wise one.
    Rich Middle Eastern Property Speculators already keenly monitor our area; read the link below.
    Please form your own opinion what top guns in the Arab Emirates think of Eastern Sri Lanka:
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    Actually time is near perfect right now to make a real bargain.
    Whilst prices are equally as depressed as potential vendors ….

    New, for the SVH is the fact that we now work on a new design study by a disciple and former student of Sri Lanka’s greatest ever Architect, Geoffrey Bawa. The entire concept also benefits from my own, highly advanced civil engineering techniques.
    As a result the new Siam View will not only be beautiful, right on the Eastern Sea but of course it will be 100% Earthquake, Tsu/Flood and Typhoon resistant.
    Please drop us a line or call my number if you are interested in further details.
    My personal phone number is mentioned right below together with a summary and link to background info about Bawa’s great visions, in case you haven’t heard of this great visionary as yet.
    SVH’s unique location:
    We are aware, but only now, that we are sitting on a beautiful, still very rough diamond.
    Only experts will be allowed to cut and improve it in future.

    There is NO doubt the SVH will go far one day. We just have to take our time. And chose our partners carefully.
    And we must prevent to fall into the common trap of cluttering our beautiful beachfront with dangerous sheds and silly cabanas like everyone else has to do, just to earn a quick buck.
    But the locals are here to earn money, many try to get rich. We were rich and are only here to live and retire.
    Income and money only concerns us when we can’t afford to pay local staff or bills.

    Right now we possess everything else, including a brilliant reputation and the best position near surf point, all with a good view and a vision.
    We even have potential guests and good bookings; if had the rooms….they would be full.
    All we need is just a bit of financial help, that’s all.
    And a dream will come true. Not just for us, but our friends as well.

    “Enjoy” NGO’s
    Good News! At last we have succumbed, we have actually given up and hope that we will not mention them anymore
    Our daily observations simply are too depressing. Let us not spoil what is left of a fine day.

    World Cup Coverage and our June Projector appeal
    Thanks Folks! We really had a great time.
    With our BIG screen, open air cinema setting overlooking the open sea and perfect surround sound from our huge Party systems it was almost like being back there in Germany.
    Our June appeal for help resulted in just one single contribution of 65$ from Aussie Dan, but we still managed to find an old projector and the rest of the cash from our own resources.
    Even the Italian NGO’s loved it; see yourself on the link right below.
    We have created a popular Gallery specially for you:
    http://picasaweb.google.com/arugamsurf/WorldcupCoverageLiveAtArugamBay

    Photo Album:
    The entire, new photo gallery has been so popular that we decided to incorporate the whole concept into our new home Page
    www.arugam.info
    In addition we hope, with Markus’s super expert’s help will soon offer online ratings and voting facilities.
    To make it more democratic than ever.

    Best Surf Photo/ Most romantic Photo competition
    To stimulate even more interest, to show the nice side of Sri Lanka life and promote the peaceful nature of Arugam Bay we decided to offer a price in each selected category. Maybe YOU can win a free holiday in the Bay for two?
    We promise to take care and publish YOUR photo! The best shot -with online voting- is the winner! If it is sent to:
    ArugamFoto@Gmail.com

    Security considerations
    Sri Lanka has slipped back into the dark ages.
    Outrageous murders of many innocent have taken place, Again
    Only in the last few days there are signs that common sense will surface
    Sides seem to agree on cordial meetings, in Oslo. Again
    Lucky for the Bay, we have been spared and it is still very safe and peaceful here.
    Maybe it is even better and more secure than Colombo, London or any other place these days?
    Arugam Bay and all its approach roads are perfectly safe!

    Loans
    Sadly nothing has changed this year as yet.
    As mentioned our total (non-self earned-) income since 2005 still comes to about 10,000 Euro .
    Most of this are kind loans, only some of it represents a grant to us.
    It came from true friends who (still?) trust us. Nothing at all was ever given to us or the Hotel Association from any official source, like Governments, Companies or Organizations.
    We are very sad that we still owe loan cash to two of you, and much longer than hoped and agreed.

    Unless a proper finance can be arranged, or we see good upturn of income we simply don’t know how we can cope with the present, serious cash flow situation.
    As we don’t even earn enough to pay all our staff; what can we do?
    The long term future however is still very bright!
    Our advice: Buy shares in Siam View Projects (Pvt.) Ltd., back a winning horse and you will part of a great future
    (Sorry, this is just another new idea we are working on – if all fails)

    Guide Books
    We are honoured to have received many very positive entries in new editions of many travel books.
    The best on the market at present seems to be the German Loose ” FA?hrer !”
    Sorry for this, folks, I believe it is just a Deutsches Wort for “Leader” – but most of you will known this anyhow.
    Some relevant author’s comment, in German though, have been scanned and can be inspected below:
    http://picasaweb.google.com/arugamsurf/TravelGuideGermanLooseFuehrer

    Cash & Business
    The SVH Company Inc. & Co this year actually reached record turnover figures.
    Each day, Millions pass through our hands.
    Sadly all of it just is handled by us in trust representing many huge transactions on behalf of others
    The main volume of transaction originates from the Oil rich Arab States destined for this poor Muslim area….

    Throughout this year many wonder why the SVH the only place within a 2- 3 hour drive is which:

    Provides cash advances for all Credit cards
    Pays out all local Western Union money transfers
    Pays out PayPal transactions
    Transfers money globally as instructed, with low or even NO charges

    Our bank should be impressed. But they don’t assist at all. Rather the opposite.
    Fact is that the sad case of Bank of Ceylon rent arrears since Tsu day will now go to Court.
    SVH Fred fighting another Goliath …..

    The SVH: Suitable for the Disabled and Blind
    What happened to the blind man?
    We still think he is brilliant & gifted, and he is still welcome
    But so far he has not been able to join us.
    Any new construction at the SVH, however, is undertaken with disabled people in mind in any event
    One never knows when it is needed and by whom.

    Attitudes 2006

    A nice Swiss family rewarded us with kind words for working honest & hard.
    On departure, they actually paid us double the due amount!
    Something like this has happened 3 times already this year already; things are looking up!
    Some see it as a direct support for guys who don’t want to rely on donations or organisations.

    Great! But:
    An Italian NGO woman refuses to pay our staff 40Rs./ for one forgotten soft drink she consumed.
    The whole issue ended just short of a fist fight ….. you can see how very serious this case was for her….
    As a result, and her interaction with our Thai manageress the dear Senorita might not return in a hurry, so Somlak says
    After her release from Base Hospital…;-)
    If I had not interviewed her colleagues would no doubt still be hanging around waiting for the 10Rs./ change we simply didn’t have in the till…..
    I admit, sometimes Somlak often plays a game with such tight guys and lets them wait until the boy returns from the shop, Bank or even from Colombia, Colombo or where ever with a huge stack of change for which a EURO equivalent simply does not even exist and the average German toilet cleaner would reject: And you know what? They actually hang around until they get their last Loopee! Four hours if need be.
    If I ever see this show it I am very happy give them my last 100Rs./ note: We are not that poor and we will have to keep a ‘good’ customer happy; specially the humanitarian helpers to this Nation!
    They obviously have a complex about spending too much cash on location.
    Or being accused of wasting money by some sarcastic clown like me.

    Friends
    Maybe it’s us, the so called ‘non believers’ – maybe it’s just them, the ‘others’ with hats on?
    Due to huge, suddenly surfaced lifestyle differences, locally common two faced attitudes and real bad experiences of selfish behaviour we do not consider some locals as our close friends anymore.
    We are happy to report, however, that during 2006 a much better understanding and mutual respect has developed between all but one of the Expats in town and also between most other modern thinking residents.
    It is a sheer pleasure to have a dialogue with people who can actually tolerate each other’ opinion…
    But even our German Holy Father had to be careful these days; it’s far too easy to upset intolerant guys these days
    Believe it of Not!

    Cheers & continue to E.N.J.O.Y. your life!
    Just as everybody else, here on holiday, here seems to do!

    SVH Team
    & AbHa
    Arugam Bay
    Eastern Sri Lanka
    0094 – 773 200 201

    Ps.: Prolific Geoffrey BAWA (1919 – 2003) believed to let NATURE into each home he designed.
    Modern developments seem to exclude nature with multiple walls, doors and windows
    Part of the new SVH concept is:
    From every new room,
    From every bed if you wish
    The first thing you will see when you open your eyes each morning will be:
    The deep, blue, tropical sea right in front of you.
    Dotted with hunky surfers, and hopefully also decorated with the odd bikini girl.
    Could this not be a brilliant beginning for a days work or play?
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Bawa

    To finish this letter we have just only one single request:
    Once a month, please take at least one quick look at
    www.arugam.info

    —
    Have you looked at our new Home page?
    Our Picasa Web Gallery is also worth a visit.
    Please support us by leaving a Comment!
    www.arugam.info

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    Introduction to “Hotels”

    Published on 19/10/2007 in accomodation, bars, cabanas, guesthouse, hotels and restaurants. 0 Comments

    Arugam Bay is basically a simple, straight 2km Beach Road, and nearly all Hospitality places are located here, either sea or land side.
    This “SunRise Strip”, AbaY ‘Broadway’ or “Marine Walk” has no name or indeed house numbers.
    To give you some idea of their position, as from 2006, we list all “hotels” with a #prefix followed by a number starting with #01 Stardust at the Lagoon bridge.
    The tractor washing bridge at the Panama end might one day see #100 or so.

    (see annual Mid Year AbaY Photo “Walk” in the photo gallery)

    We list all of them, one by one, and we include at least one photograph as well as a brief introduction giving you a little bit of history.
    Once they are all numbered and properly in line, special buttons will be added leading directly to their respective Home Page and an email editor.
    If you like what you read and see you one click and you can book directly with them. No need to go back to Google!

    When you have returned home, simply leave a comment! So you can help other travelers with your impressions, recommendations, or warnings.
    AbHa hopes to improve services and standards this way and we want to assist you to form a closer link with the Bay and our respective establishments.
    Remember! Not everyone has a home page or a guest book.
    Charming, understated #59 Ruwangi “I think” has no own home pages….I think..
    It is also very transparent for all to see. And discuss matters if need be.

    Purchase himcolin cream “Hotel” is to be understood as a place where you can either sleep, eat or drink – any or all of it.
    Sorry, folks! This is how it is: It’s just the Sri Lankan word for ‘Hotel’; it could be a simple tea shed right now.
    Should one day more visitors arrivals warrant a little expansion this little shack now called ‘Cool Spot’ might soon bloom into Price of lamictal 100mg AbaY’s “Hot Spot”!
    But:….It could be even worse. Maybe it will be “The Hilton”, a Galadari or perhaps The AbaY ‘Kalahari’ one day…….who knows?

    Q & A

    Published on 03/10/2007 in Blogs and hotels. 0 Comments
    Arugam Bay

    Saby_Baby
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 15:00
    Hiya,
    Has anyone been to Arugam Bay? Or stayed at any of the guesthouses there? I would like to know everything if at all poss. Or if you would recommend staying soemwhere else i would like to hear it.
    Thanks
    Sarah
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    KenR-UK
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 17:52
    Hi
    We stayed in Arugam Bay last year.
    Suggest you take a look at the following site which give some good information and blogs, comments etc about Aurgam Bay and hotel, facilities etc. https://www.arugam.info/category/accomodation/
    We stayed at the Siam View Hotel (SVH) when we were in Arugram bay. Accomodation there is very basic but the restaurant and bar are excellent; best food in ABay. They only a few rooms left after the tsunami destroyed most of the hotel, as with a lot of the hotels and bars in Arugam Bay. We stayed there mainly to provide practical support after the tsunami – Arugam Bay received very little or no funding from the various Non Government Relief organisations. If you read some of the blogs on the site you will see that the author (Fred) is very bitter about the lack of support.
    I think Arugam bay is definitely worth a visit as part of a tour, the beach, surf, swimming and diving are probably the best in Sri Lanka. The best accomodation is probably the Star Dust Hotel –
    see http://www.arugambay.com/
    If you are going there I would recommend staying at the Star Dust but eating and drinking at the SVH.
    You may find that you have to contact the local AB hotels to arrange transport – some of the Colombo based taxi drivers give misleadiing info about the safety in the area. It’s perfectly safe.
    Regards
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    Saby_Baby
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 20:00
    Thanks for the info.
    How much is food and drink? We are looking at staying in that area for 10 nights. Is there lots of activities to do?
    Thanks

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    Sarah
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    KenR-UK
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 20:50
    Hi Sarah
    Food and drink in the Siam View Hotel was very reasonably priced. When we were staying there were quite a few surfers and students from OZ and the UK using the restaurant. Most of them didn’t have a lot of money.
    I can’t recall the exact price, but it was one of the cheapest places we visited in Sri Lanka.

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    If you are there during Full Moon they have big Poya beach parties at night.
    If you want to find out more, suggest you post a question on the Arugam.info site.
    Regards
    Ken
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    KenR-UK
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 20:59
    Sorry, forgot the add that if you are into water sports and surfing this really is excellent. You can hire a surf board for the week for not a lot of money.
    If you can’t surf, then I suggest getting paying for a few lessons from one the beach boys. The beach is really exccellent for learning to surf; the waves sweep across and into the bay, so it’s a great place to learn. If you are an expert surfer then you can go a few miles south to the point where the waves are much bigger, but they sweep across at right angles to the shore.
    There are also a number of locals who will take you sailing or rent a boat, also I believe that you can hire diving equipment as well.
    There isn’t a great deal else to do at Arugam Bay, it’s very much a beach bum and surfers location.
    It may be possible to go further south down the coast to Yala East National Park to do a safari, but you would need to check if this is open. it was closed at one time.
    Regards
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    Posted on: 16 September 2007, 21:32
    Thanks for all of the aswers. How did you get to Arugam Bay from Colombo? We were looking at making it a 2 day trip by train and bus. Any suggestions?
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    KenR-UK
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    Posted on: 17 September 2007, 17:36
    Hi Sarah
    We hired a van and driver for the whole holiday which included 4 days in Arugam Bay.
    However if you are going to spend a significant period in AB and don’t need a vehicle and driver then there are a number of alternatives:-
    1. You could get the Hotel in AB to arrange a pick up at the Airport – that can work out quite expensive. I don’t think there are any direct bus services to Arugam Bay, only pre-arranged pick up by AB Hotels/taxis. They charge about $80/person
    2. A good (and spectacular) alternative would be to get the train from Colombo to Ella or Badulla; then negotiate with a local driver to drive your party to Moneragala and finally arrange with the Arugam Bay Hotel to send transport from Aurgam Bay to pick up up at Moneragala. The train trip from Bandarawela to Ella is amazing, the track even loops over itself in order to gain height.
    The reason you will probably have to do the road part in stages is that it’s sometimes difficult to get drivers to drive to Pottuvil and Arugam Bay even though it’s perfectly safe – but they are normally ok going as far as Moneragala. There may even be a bus from Ella or Badulla to Moneragala but Sri Lanka buses can be a bit rough – but an interesting expperience.
    You may find that most drivers going to Moneragala from Ella or Badulla prefer to take the longer route via Wellawaya as the road from there to Moneragala will be better, so getting out at Ella may be better.
    Maybe Erik or Dave can advice, we didn’t travel on the A22 from Badulla to Moneragala so I don’t know the state of the road or if there are buses – I can only speculate.
    From Moneragala to Arugam Bay there is only 1 big Police/Army checkpoint at Siyambalanduwa; the road is good but goes through a jungle area near Lahugala which is the bit that seems to worry some of the Colombo drivers – but it’s really safe.
    Take a look at some of the blogs from Fred on the www.arugamBay.info site about travel to Arugam Bay.
    You might even want to have a stopover somewhere on route such as Bandarawela or Ella, we stayed a couple of nights at the Bandarawela Hotel which is an old fashioned Hill Station Hotel and ok
    Hope this helps
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    Posted on: 17 September 2007, 18:59
    Thanks so much for all of your help. Were so excited and just cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!xx
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    Posted on: 27 September 2007, 16:17
    Hello Sarah!
    Know you’re probably overloaded with all the great info that’s gone before but I had to chip in with one other accomodation reccomendation!
    My cousin runs a place in Arugam Bay called the Galaxy Lounge (it has it’s own website so take a look.) It’s at the quieter end of the beach which means you can sleep at night when there are parties going on but it’s only a 5 min walk down the beach to the ‘action’!! You stay in beachside cabanas + the food is really great. Proper traditional Sri Lankan food but you can ask them to cool it down a bit if you’d prefer!!
    As others have said, chilling + surfing aside there’s not much else to Arugam Bay but I spent the last week of my holiday in June at the Galaxy + it was awesomely relaxing!!
    Have a great time wherever you end up!!
    Rach.
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    Posted on: yesterday, 19:37
    Thanks for you info. I have had a look at the website and the place looks amazing. Im going to send them an email this week for rooms! Thanks Sarah xxxxxxxxxx

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    #62 Palm Grove Holiday Inn

    Published on 02/10/2006 in accomodation, bars, hotels and restaurants. 2 Comments

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    The place is popular with local hard drinkers, due to its remote location. Sri Lankans do not enjoy a drink in view of the wide public.
    There is a busy off license, with somewhat inflated bottle prices – but who cares when the next legal competitors are a 2-3 hrs. drive away from here?
    In addition to the local bar there is a fine, but not busy restaurant as well as a collection of a/c and non a/c rooms.

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    Most foreign tourists may come to Arugam Bay for the beach, and Palm Grove is set well inland, so the appeal is rather limited by its location.

    #50 Siam View Hotel -SVH-

    Published on 02/10/2006 in accomodation, bars, guesthouse, hotels and restaurants. 24 Comments

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    However no record of this place can be found anywhere, at least locally.
    Neither Mercy Corps or their sponsored Tourist Association Web sites, or indeed any Governmental Departments seem to list this establishment.
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    The facade appears rather ramshackle and unattractive, but this hotel has the honour of being the oldest wooden construction on the east coast of Sri Lanka and as such is on the National Heritage list of protected buildings. Go behind the facade and you will make a few interesting discoveries, not least of which has to be the excellent food served on the terrace and a wide selection of draft beers brewed in accordance with an old German tradition which allows only the use of the purist ingredients. You will also discover a special breed of people, an important piece of local history and a vast number of brilliant innovations. Without the Siam View Hotel, which opened in 1979, Arugam Bay would not be what it is today. Dr. Fred Netzband-Miller, an engineer of Dutch/German A?a??a?? English extraction and a handful of friends built this unpretentious landmark on what was, in the late 1970A?a??a??s, a deserted stretch of beach. Since then, it has served its visitors in many ways: during the worst phases of the civil war it was declared a weapon free zone respected by all parties. It has always been and still is: a haven for homesick ex-patriots and for adventurers of all nationalities, a meeting point for surfers and a place where NGO workers can come to discuss their ideas, exchange information and work on plans for future projects to benefit the local population.

    A?a??A?WeA?a??a??re not here because we want to get rich, weA?a??a??re here because we enjoy itA?a??A?, emphasises Fred, who does not, even these days, have a brochure or visiting card for his hotel.

    A?a??A?The name Siam View is intended to suggest that theoretically it would be possible (if the earth were flat) to see ThailandA?a??A?, explains the 56 year old, who lived there for many years and as the son of a diplomat grew up in Africa and feels that the whole world is home. It is one of his dreams to cross the 2000 km stretch of ocean on a jetski. That is not necessarily as unrealistic as it may sound: in 1977 Fred left the Isle of Man on a motorbike and succeeded in travelling the entire distance to India by land, then finally crossing to Sri Lanka by ferry. There is probably no one with a better knowledge of this corner of the world. Fred has counted 63 bays on the way to Hambantota. At one time, Fred served as a Liaison Officer for the British Army and was stationed in Potsdam. He has already twice negotiated the dense jungle and crossed the rivers of the Yala East National Park on a Unimog with a specially adapted and waterproof motor. His intention was to reach Colombo and as he says: A?a??A?That was the shortest wayA?a??A?.

    It is therefore not surprising that, at least until the Tsunami struck, the Siam View Hotel offered its guests the use of six ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and during the specially conceived A?a??A?Full MoonA?a??A? parties massive 1800 watt loudspeakers created an unforgettable atmosphere as the disco played music from the hotelA?a??a??s 8000 CD library.

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    Now 4 satellite dishes feed in television channels from around the world and provide an international telephone connection. In January 2004 a permanent high speed internet connection was installed and is still the only one on the entire east coast.

    Although this costs nearly $1000 a month to run, locals are able to surf the net without charge. Everyone in the immediate vicinity also benefits from the 180 hp Mitsubishi Generator, which provides a standby source of electricity in the event of power cuts and there are very good reasons to believe that it once stood in Saddam HusseinA?a??a??s Republican Gardens.

    This generator, which uses between 7 A?a??a?? 9 litres of fuel per hour, initially saw service in Siam View in 1990 to provide a power source for the first air conditioning units. The hotel is particularly proud of a number of environmentally friendly innovations. One of these is the hotels own very efficient and clean sewage treatment system. Plastic bottles are collected and re-cycled to be used roof insulation.

    The Tsunami left only the shell of the main building standing and of the original 26 rooms only 4 now remain. But, the disaster served to further enhance the hotelA?a??a??s legend. At about 08:45 on the morning of 26 December, the gardener persisted in waking up all the guests; not an easy task as most people had only just gone to bed after the previous nightA?a??a??s lively Christmas party. The old man had noticed that the ocean was behaving strangely and he was convinced that a terrible catastrophe was about to happen. The disaster was not long in coming and within a few minutes, a gigantic 15 metre wave struck the small town. Thanks to the timely warning, all 165 guests survived, but everywhere else the retreating flood left behind horrific scenes of death and devastation. In this apocalyptic world, the Siam View became a symbol of survival, hope and regeneration. From the recovered food stores over 500 free meals were distributed to survivors in the first few days. A?a??A?More importantly, were the stocks of alcohol and cigarettesA?a??A?, remembers Fred and adds that in the middle of this chaos, his hotel managed to put on a modest New YearA?a??a??s party.

    Fred is convinced that the terrible Tsunami disaster taught him more about physics than all the years he spent at university. And it is this knowledge, which he has put to practical use in rebuilding the hotel. The new supporting concrete pillars are triangular in shape in order to deflect boats and other debris which would be swept against the structure should another tidal wave occur. The water tower has been fitted with three large sirens with a range of 700m. Other features of the Tsunami Early Warning System are three computers permanently connected to seismological monitoring stations in Alaska, Hawaii and Bangkok. Even the matter of emancipation is one which has been given consideration at the Siam View Hotel. The new beach bar, which has been constructed entirely from natural materials, has a second floor which bears the name A?a??A?Ladies LoungeA?a??A?. It is available to female guests only, but men may be allowed to enter on rare occasions, if specially invited.

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    #45 Sooriya’s Hotel

    Published on 02/10/2006 in accomodation and hotels. 12 Comments

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    Leaving fairly new establishments aside, such as modern hotels and others who may have copied the old traditional style of hospitality at Sooriya’s you will experience Arugam Bay in a way it has always been:

    Good fresh, local food prepared by a brilliant and most interesting world traveled chef (Ram), romantic setting in a simple restaurant and a good crowd of regular guests, who seem to visit every year and remain loyal to their second home in the Bay.

    Sooriya’s is of such international importance that in 2006 a book was published by Claudia Ackerman “Der Krokodilfelsen”. Set in the early 1980’s she recounts her experiences with Ram, at Sooriya’s and life at the Bay at this time.
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    0094 776 75 17 82 (mobile phone)

    #42 Point View Hotel

    Published on 29/09/2006 in accomodation, hotels and restaurants. 13 Comments

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    #39 Arugam Surf Resort

    Published on 29/09/2006 in accomodation, bars, guesthouse, hotels and restaurants. 13 Comments

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    Formerly known as “The Hilton” the extra Sale mircette “L” may have been added to avoid confusion or international A?law suits from the somewhat greater chain of Hotels.
    The owner is Mr. Rahim, an ambitious former rotti shop manager from nearby PottuVille.

    Mr. Rahim worked himself up in life very well, making the best of any chance offered to him.
    This may have been with the help of some good business partners.
    The result is a fine, strong concrete building facing sideways towards the open ocean.
    This design feature saved the structure from serious damage in 2004.
    A fine court-yard restaurant exists, which has been popular with many NGO’s.
    A further notable feature are the popular eco tours the(former) A?Hillton offers.
    These canoe trips explore and explain interesting mangrove shores of the PottuVille lagoon.
    Compliments to Mercy Corps, Mr. Rahim also is the President of the local Tourist Association and he managed to remain friendly and in close contact with all other organizations.

    Below is an article published recently in “Explore Sri Lanka magazine:

    Arugambay Surf Resort: Feel The Nature

    As we step into this beachside guesthouse, we are greeted by a friendly a??helloa??. Cabanas, complete with thatched roofs, stand on one side, while we are led into an open restaurant overlooking the Eastern coast, where surfers climb the rising waves. Wea??re at Arugambay Surf Resort, where the cheerful owners are ever ready to welcome their guests with open arms inviting them not only to just feel the nature of Arugam Bay, but also to be part of their family.

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    Located just minutes away from the Arugam Point, regarded as one of the best surf points in Sri Lanka, the guesthouse has been designed very much in keeping with the nature of the area. Having been born as a small shop that served the weary fisherfolk of Arugam Bay, the Surf Resort traces its roots to the 1970s.

    a??My father started this,a?? says M H A Raheem, its Managing Director, recalling the early days. Once a simple fishing village, Raheema??s father who had come to Arugam Bay in the 1970s made a living by selling rotti to the fishermen. As time went, a few tourists were also seen roaming the area, and as more people sought his rotti, several beachside huts were set up for visitors to dwell in.

    His father had then received help from a lady who was working at the Hilton in Sydney, says Raheem, adding that she trained him to prepare dishes to suit the food styles of the Westerners. The name Arugambay Hilton was also coined during this time. Raheem later joined his father, helping him develop the guesthouse, and currently works with his four brothers at the hotel. A few others have also joined the staff of the Surf Resort.

    With time, the business gathered momentum, and the name was changed to Arugambay Hillton and new facilities were introduced. Later, it was renamed Arugambay Surf Resort and currently it provides 12 guesthouses including cabanas and luxury rooms. Both Eastern and Western menus are served at the beachside bar, and guests can sway in the breeze while they lie down on the outdoor hammocks. Mexican dishes are a newly introduced specialty of the guesthouse.

    It is located in close proximity to a range of attractions in and around Arugam Bay, such as the Magul Maha Viharaya and the Muhudu Maha Viharaya. For the wildlife enthusiast, the Kumana National Park is just an houra??s drive from the guesthouse, while for those who seek some thrill and adventure, there are the sand dunes of Panama and the waves of Arugam Bay to surf on. Whata??s more is that Arugam Bay Surf Resort operates safari and taxi services and will guide you with all the necessary information.

    The Kumana National Park is just an houra??s drive from the guesthouse, while for those who seek some thrill and adventure, there are the sand dunes of Panama and the waves of Arugam Bay to surf on

    Raheem believes that in order to grow the business ita??s vital to maintain cordial relationships with each visitor. With tourists giving tips as to how to cook and what to cook, therea??s much Raheem and his team look for. Recalling one particular incident he relates how an Italian couple taught them to bake a type of pizza and even started taking orders from guests!

    As for the future, Raheem says that they will continue to develop the guesthouse, while building on the already established foundations of trust and care. a??When youa??re at Surf Resort you dona??t need to wait for somebody to assist you, we just do,a?? says Raheem.

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