Shangri-La invites guests to ‘Eat, Play, Love’ in Sri Lanka this summer

• An invitation to experience the island’s soul—one dish, one discovery, one deep breath at a time

This summer, Shangri-La Hotels in Sri Lanka unveil a bold and evocative invitation to travellers around the world: ‘Eat, Play, Love’ — an immersive campaign that redefines what it means to travel well. Whether one is chasing sunsets, uncovering hidden culinary secrets, or simply indulging in slow moments of serenity, the campaign is a heartfelt ode to meaningful travel, set against the magnetic rhythm of Sri Lanka.

From the heart of the capital at Shangri-La Colombo to the southern shores of Shangri-La Hambantota, the campaign offers curated experiences that explore the island’s heritage, its flavours, and its spirit of connection.

Eat: A feast for the senses

In Colombo, “Hoppers & Happiness” celebrates Sri Lanka’s iconic breakfast dish in a way you’ve never tasted before — a hands-on masterclass led by expert chefs at the breezy Tiki Bar. Picture a morning of swirling batter, spice-scented sides, and joyful laughter, wrapped up with a family-style lunch and a keepsake recipe kit.

Further down the coast in Hambantota, “Spice and Soul” takes guests deep into Sri Lanka’s culinary heartland. At the resort’s Artisan Village, guests cook side-by-side with village chefs, mastering age-old techniques like grinding spices on stone and simmering clay pot curries. The highlight? Prawn Ambulthiyal cooked over open flame, served on banana leaves under the sun.

Play: Discover the unexpected

Colombo’s “Uncover the Soul of the City” is a guided, story-rich journey through ancient temples, bustling bazaars, and hidden architectural gems. From the candy-striped Red Mosque to the aromatic corridors of Pettah Market, every turn reveals a new tale. The experience ends, fittingly, with a fresh island juice back at the hotel — a toast to your newfound connection with the city.

In Hambantota, “Sunset at Godawaya” takes one from sea level to summit. Guests can hike or cycle to a dramatic cliffside where a hand-curated picnic awaits. With the Indian Ocean stretched out in a wash of gold and flame, it’s a moment one will remember long after the tan fades.

Love: A ritual of reconnection

Whether shared with a partner or gifted to oneself, the “Serenity” experiences are about slowing down and tuning in. At Shangri-La Colombo, a Swedish massage soothes away tension and invites stillness. Meanwhile, Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Hambantota offers personalised treatments tailored to the mood — be it a foot revival after a long day of exploring or a targeted massage to melt away deeper tension.

Each stay includes a daily gourmet breakfast and personal choice of one signature experience per night — a trio of indulgences crafted to help you recharge, rediscover and reconnect.

This is more than a vacation. It’s a state of mind

Rooted in the belief that the most cherished travel memories come from moments that surprise, nourish, and transform, ‘Eat, Play, Love’ was created as a gateway to deeper connection — with place, with people, and with oneself. It’s a gentle reminder that joy is found not only in faraway lands, but in the small, soulful encounters that linger long after the journey ends. It’s time to fall in love with travel all over again — in a place where joy is always in season. 

To book your ‘Eat, Play, Love’ experience, visit: www.shangri-la.com/colombo/shangrila,  

www.shangri-la.com/hambantota/shangrila