Known for its pristine sun drenched beaches and exciting water sports, the island of Sri Lanka offers the perfect coastal getaway. This enchanting tropical paradise providing many exciting experiences that take you on a unique journey of discovery, as you learn more about the country’s rich cultural and natural heritage as well. A great destination to visit the whole year through, Sri Lanka is also an ideal place to herald in the New Year. Spending the 31st of December on the coast is well worth experiencing and one of the best locales to do so is in Negombo.

Located along the West Coast, Negombo is conveniently situated near the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake making it a great base for those entering and leaving the country. Being a coastal town, Negombo is an idyllic locale, well suited for sun bathing, swimming, water sports and cultural sightseeing too.

It is in this backdrop that one can look to celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. New Year celebrations in Negombo are mostly centred along the beach areas which are major attractions in themselves. The shore lined with soft golden sands and bordered by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean gives you the chance to enjoy the laidback island lifestyle as you await the midnight hour.

Beach parties are popular events that take place during this time and the coastline offers the perfect setting in which to party and dance the night away. Amidst all this revelry one may also find firework displays which light up the night sky. As midnight approaches the frequency of fireworks and crackers increase providing a unique New Year audiovisual experience. One can also visit the pubs in the area which provide plenty of food and drink to keep you satisfied.

When the New Year finally dawns, look to be on the beach where you can share this special moment with family, friends or that special someone.

If you are heading to this picturesque part of Sri Lanka and are looking for a beach hotel Negombo has to offer, then consider Club Hotel Dolphin. This hotel in Negombo provides an ideal base from which to explore the town as well as celebrate the New Year.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+