Monthly Archive for April, 2009
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Observations of Brahminy Starling, Chestnut-winged Cuckoo, Yellow Wagtail and Malayan Night-heron are noteworthy records. Most significant observation recorded in the system was the sighting of Cost of triamcinolone injection
Goliath Heron Cheap pristiq australia at Arugam Bay by Salindra Kasun Dayananda on 10th March. Goliath Heron was reported only in handful of occasions in Sri Lanka and therefore considered as a vagrant. Detailed report on this observation will be published shortly.
Arugam Bay Wildlife- File photo
source:
http://srilankabirds.blogspot.com/2009/04/birds-observed-during-march-2009.html
Dove released in peace
A rare arugam.info editorial:
Congratulations!
OurA? island’sA? long, bloody and very painful war has been won.
It was not easy, and very costly in every way. To achieve a military and specially aA? propaganda victory.
But now, after all those terrible years we have a clear winner.
There will be no more LTTE. They lost all round, incl. all remaining sympathy.
This alone should stop their feared ‘underground’ regrouping chances.
If handled well,A? a realistic chance exists to win the hearts and minds of the people.
That may be an even harder task.
So far, only distant hope is expressed by folks in the East and North.
We know the emotions in the West and South may differ.
We hope, wish and pray for a united, peaceful island Nation.
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New Delhi: The Sri Lankan government plans to turn the country’s war-torn northeastern region, which boasts of some of the island’s most scenic beaches, into a tourist attraction as the decades-old conflict with the Tamil Tigers seems to be nearing its end.
“The battle between the Sri Lankan forces and the LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam) is nearing its end, paving way for long awaited peace and development in these areas. Against this backdrop, Sri Lanka Tourism is gearing up for a post conflict strategy focusing on development of the tourist potential in the northeast,” said an official statement issued here.
“The development of the east is of specific focus for the government as the beaches there are some of the best in the island. Arugam Bay is famous as one of the best surfing destinations in the world,” the statement said. Continue reading ‘Sri Lanka draws tourism plans’
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Arugam Bay Guide 2 – Hotels and Restaurants
Arugambay is full of places to stay. None of them are super posh but they’re usually cheap. LKR 700 was the cheapest rate I was quoted and LKR 5000 was the most expensive.
To find a place to stay, we just walked along the beach south from Stardust, walking into beach front guest houses and hotels and checking them out. Continue reading ‘Arugam Bay Guide 2 – Hotels and Restaurants’
Friday, April 24, 2009
Arugambay Travel Guide 1 – How to Go
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When to visit:
Arugambay is full of foreigners during the surf season (June to August) but seems empty otherwise. While surfing is good, I prefer swimming. And what makes the off season bad for surfers (no waves) makes it great for swimming. The waves break really close to the shore so if you slightly beyond, you can just float for hours. Continue reading ‘How to Go to Arugambay Pt.1’
To add a splash of colour this summer, Bangalore city this weekend witnessed the launch of a flip flops from Purchase depakote er Arugam Bay. Diclofenac price in india 
From the magical shores of Sri Lanka, Arugam Bay enters India with its new range of fashionable and colourful rubber flip flops. Arugam Bay, a beachwear brand will start marketing its colourful flip flops in Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad. The colourful flip flops were unveiled with a fashion show by none other than Bangalorea?? fashion guru- Prasad Bidapa.
The brand has its name derived and inspired by the magical beach on the east coast of Sri Lanka called Arugam Bay. This beach is considered Continue reading ‘Arugam Bay now in Bangalore’
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- Eastern Sunrise, covered by clouds
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- Message from Nature: Make LOVE- Not War!
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- At Arugam Bay. Where else?
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- Waiting for the BIG swell
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- View from Crocodile Rock
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- Arugam Veddah
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Hotel in Arugambay Sri Lanka – #03 Galaxy Lounge –
Arugambay is a lot like Hikkaduwa. The accomodation is cheap but the majority of places are holes. They have fancy names (#39 Hillton!) and big, digitally printed signboards but are still holes.
Originally, when we decided to go there for the long, long weekend, I’d booked into Ranga’sA? #05 Beach Hut. When my wife found out Ranga’s had shared bathrooms, she had a fit, called me unspeakable names, names a wife should just not call a husband, and booked a place she found on the web called Galaxy Lounge. Continue reading ‘#03 Galaxy Lounge’
With 9M2, 12M2 and a 14M2 kite loaded in the car, we headed 300 odd KM’s to the Bay of Arugam. Unfortunately the weather Gods were playing tricks on us, one minute blowing gentle puffs while the next gale force winds blowing at 30 knots plus! 
Yohan had fun with his trainer kite until the line snapped due to the strong wind! What else to do other than Surf till you drop dead. Arugam Bay was not quite season in full swing with none of the shore breaks functioning. It was only the main point with its super sharp coral that left us sliced quite a bit – battle scars we call them. 
Arugam Bay is certainly a lovely place. A bit hyped too much that we actually were expecting something else. Nevertheless, now we know, and one thing is sure, the kitesurfers will be there in May, June and July when the Winds pick up!
http://kitesurfsrilanka.blogspot.com/2009/04/kitesurf-sri-lanka-goes-to-arugam-bay.html
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This morning a tiny earth tremor caused no damage at all, but some concern amongst the village people of Arugam Bay. Ophthacare online games
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As usual, fears of another Tsunami surfaced. Some ran away into the opposite direction. Just as they did end of 2004, towards Lahugala.
Arugam.info still maintains a highly efficient Early Warning System. Due to our own strong Thai connections we receive very quick and first hand warnings directly from the world’s most advanced centre at Silom Road, Bangkok.
There was not a hint of danger – so our sirens were not activated.
However, we are also informed that a mast (see photo) has recently been erected on the hill overlooking the Bay. It is however not known to us if this system is active and tested so far.
Our own opinion:
Clonidine depression treatment The next real Tsunami will come! The question is: When?
The ONLY real answer is: Build Tsunami resistant structures.
Or construct low level dwellings well away from the sea as indicated by the Government 100 or 200 Meter zone, earlier.
Do NOT reconstruct low level, low quality buildings near the sea front! As this will endanger the life and security of residents and visitors in future.A? For sure.
(Text by BEVERLEY JANSZ) The sunny golden beaches of Arugambay in Sri Lankaa??s East Coast, which was almost devoid of tourists for the last 20 years due to the ethnic conflict, has come alive again. It is back to sun, sea and sand for both foreign and local tourists in their numbers in the wake of the Governmenta??s peace initiative.
Chairman, Arugambay Beach Resort, Dr. Param sothi, who built the resort over 20 years ago, but was unable to even visit it for over 10 years due to the ethnic war, was all smiles and showed signs of relief. Continue reading ‘#04 Arugam Beach Resort’
Systematic plan to develop tourist hot spots in East
The best tourist destination in the country, the Eastern Province will be developed under a systematic tourism plan. Tourist destinations in the Ampara, Batticaloa and Trincomalee districts will be developed under the Negenahira Udanaya, reawakening program, Nation Building Minister Susantha Punchinilame told the Daily News yesterday.
 Surfing in Arugam Bay. File photo |
Development of eco-friendly tourist resorts from Kokilai (Kukulawa) to Kumana and Pothuvil along the eastern sea coast will be developed as the first step to encourage local tourists who were deprived of entering these areas, he said.
People would get an opportunity to enjoy the best beaches in Passikudah, Arugam Bay, Nilaweli, Marble Beach and enjoy water sports and watch marine life, fish, whales, birds and enjoy their leisure after the development of tourism activities were over, he said.
It will be certainly the beginning of another chapter for the people in these areas, unlike in Hikkaduwa where tourism was not properly planned when the tourist industry was first started. Continue reading ‘Arugam will be better planned than Hikkaduwa’
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- Keep a safe distance! Show respect for the wild life.
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- Elephants live longer than cars. Even VW’s
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I just returned to Arugam Bay from Colombo. I left at 07:00am and landed around 16:00hrs. non stop in my rattling old rusty VW van. In the capital city interest in the East Coast has increased. Many guys asked to visit Arugam Bay in April. They have one full week off! Poya day (9), Good Friday (10), Easter weekend, Tamil & Singhala New year (13 & 14).
Driving along the A4 as usual I received a few calls from my new Colombo friends. The usual questions: Is it safe, what is the security situation like etc.
Therefore, here is one further word of advice:
All is VERY safe! Do come. We have NO problem here in the Bay or on its approach roads!
But: If oncoming traffic, day or night is flashing at you. Anywhere after Simbalanduwa.
No! There are NO speed checks at Lahugala!
(The last 40km are too bad for that anyhow)
It most likely is the odd elephant on or near the (unfenced) road, the main A4.
Back off. Show them respect: And all all is well.
They simply disappear into the forrest.
Above are a few shots to drive the message home
(No, the photos of VWA? safari couple have NOT been taken around here!)
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We await final confirmation and will post more details as we receive them.
National and International News are buzzing with reports that the STF have found a group suspected of attacks, mainly around Buttala and south of Panama.
Locally, however, a STB bus accident with an equal loss of life at the 10 mile post would have caused more talking points, concern and disruption to the public at large.
Arugam.info is happy to assure everyone that at NO point security to the public, visitors and travelers was endangered.
Indeed, a team from SunTel arrived in the Bay on Friday morning, and they left via Lahugala in their van towards Colombo later that day.
They did not notice anything at all!
Read more, see the local news as we see it: From the Internet. Beware of the photos.
http://www.spot.lk/article2701-stf-eliminates-ltte-killer-squad-13.html
As long promised, Arugam.info is committed to report and publish ALL Order eldepryl for depression Cheap confido tablets security related incidents concerning our region.
This particular case was first shown in the BBC link on this very web site (here, below) within a few hours of the event taking place. BBC news are automatically updated (below) every few minutes.
Obama Body Surf at AbaY?
Sources indicate that our Facebook memberA? Obama Barrak is planning to unwind a few days in remote, peaceful Arugam Bay.
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This hard working statesman will surely need rest and enjoy our true unspoiled nature.
Following the G20 success on London, the NATO summit in Stressbourg it is time to go Baden – Baden indeed.
The surf season has alreadyA? started, so beginner’s surf lessons for the two girls Sasha and Malia are also scheduled. They will be joining the first couple on their Easter school break at Colombia airport, Karamtunayukie.
Courtesy of Paddle4Relief, Taunton, UK.
Obama himself is said to be a keen Kite Surfer and close friend of expert Dillsiri.
Arugam Bay is – as well known – a true All-Year Destination.
Facebook sources confirm that this is what prompted him to be one of the first fans of the popular and growing “Arugam Surf” social networking site.A? Obama actually signed up and became an insider of AbaY a long time before he became president. A forward thinking man indeed!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Arugam-Surf/34935689893?ref=share
On hearing the news, Arugam villagers are exited.
Will he be just on holiday/vacation?
After changing the world – will he be able to bring real changes to the Bay?
Will this wise power house of a man continue to ‘listen’?A? Talk just to the DS?
Or to some locals and and maybe even to the odd, side railed expat? What can we learn from past mistakes? Will he want toA? know how Mercy Corpse and the Whimpy Opera have Fooled the local and US public? Ever since April, 2005?
Will he help Order ditropan 5mg US to “Focus” forward in his unique style?
How can we bury the past?
Security issues prevent Order etodolac 300mg Arugam.info to reveal more details.
But we have been informed that Obama regardsA? the T & S New Year as an excellent opportunity to “Make a Change” .
!!One that even Sri Lanka people could believe in!!
Therefore, rumor has it that the two Presidents will have informal discussions at Temple TreesA? – orA? TisteStar during his vacation.
The “Bottom Line” is:
Will the “Tide be turned”?
Will our own, Hon.A? Mr. President allow his US counterpart to visit and gain impressions from thisA? underdeveloped, but fully ‘cleared’ Eastern area ?
Meanwhile, the villagers can only sit back and hope this historic visit not be canceled on security grounds.
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