Wednesday 7 May 2014

paradise in paddy field

We headed inland a little to Aranwella, where we were staying next.  Our small and charming hotel is right in the middle of paddy fields.  It was very different to the scenery at Yala. 
 We enjoyed our welcome cocktails.
Our "hotel".  The main house is over 100 years and was converted into 2 very beautiful rooms. It was perfect for us. And the pool was the best, especially after 2 days of dusty safaris.
The reception area.
 Ella had a quick dip as well.
I practiced my snorkelling skills.  I worked out I could sing into the snorkel!
 Not sure if Ella found her lilo as relaxing as daddy found his.
The beautiful hotel grounds.
 We roamed the garden before breakfast the next day.
 Yummy breakfast, although it took a long time to arrive!


I think the pace is really slow this part of the world.

 The buffalos were all out by mid-morning.
Nature's sun block.
 Somehow Jessica managed to find someone to push her on the swing.  She is always so assertive!

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