Welcome to Spain. If this holiday to Spain is your first, be aware that the country is hard to get out of your blood after you’ve visited once. You may plan to come for a long week spent relaxing on a Spanish beach, or you may plan to tour all the big cities by foot.

Situated in what is known as Sri Lanka’s hill country, sits the sleepy little town of Ella. Although only a handful of shops and restaurants are located in the town, you will find abundant adventure in the outlying areas. A particularly interesting excursion comes with exploring the temples in, and around, Ella.

Sitting just 320 km east of Colombo is Arugam Bay of Sri Lanka. The laid-back surfing town will teach you how to catch a wave for yourself. If you’re looking to unwind, eat seafood and enjoy a mellow party scene, Arugam Bay is the place to be.

As time winds down before you head to Sri Lanka on holiday, undoubtedly your web searches for “Sri Lanka beaches” and “Sri Lanka landmarks” will go up. It’s easy to daydream about the fun you’ll have once you get there, but sometimes it’s hard to get a sense of a country or culture before you arrive. One of the best ways to jump-start your immersion into a country is to read novels or books about the place.

Surf ‘n’ Turf isn’t just a popular meal that you might enjoy in Arugam Bay. The main draw of Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka is and has been surfing for a long time. In fact, it has been deemed the 5th best place in the world to go surfing. You don’t need a special suit or license to jump in the water, you can just come to Arugam, throw a towel down and get surfing. The beach at Arugam is perfect for beginners and experts alike. After a long day of surfing and swimming and sunning, you’re sure to work up an appetite. Back on dry land, use Cover-More’s guide to local restaurants for good food that will get you back in the water in no time.

Taking over almost the entire bottom half of South America is the vibrant and flavourful country of Argentina. In a country where you can experience the supple Atlantic Ocean beaches, the largest ice cap outside of Antarctica and Greenland, one of the world’s most popular (and luxurious) waterfalls, and the highest mountain peak in South America, it’s hard to make a short visit to this country.

The best time to visit Uruguay is from October through March when the sun is shining and the temperatures are perfectly mild. Punta del Este is overflowing with tourists in the summer months and if you want some

Nepal doesn't officially require any immunisations for entry into the country, but the further off the beaten track you go, the more necessary it is to take precautions. Travellers who have come from an area infected with yellow fever are required to be vaccinated

Float on Phewa Lake After a long and mighty trek up the Himalayas, you'll probably be in need of a well-deserved rest. Look no further than the cool and calm waters of Phewa Tal Lake in Pokhara.

From jungles to skyscrapers, this island – once called the finest of its size by Marco Polo – boasts a variety of diverse destinations sure to keep tenacious tourists on their toes. Whether you’ve already booked your flight to Colombo or are simply coming down with a case of wanderlust, here are the dos and don’ts of a Sri Lankan getaway.