Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

All new seaside getaway in Panadura

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Luxury comes to Panadura in the form of ‘Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing’, an all new property promising the best of lavish comforts with spectacula­r views of the Indian Ocean. Break away from routine life and bask in the home of Sri Lankan hospitalit­y, an easy alternativ­e as ‘Jie Jie by Jetwing’ is located one and a half hours away from Colombo.

Placed on a popular strip of beach, this tropical escape takes you into a world of its own with its ethnic design and open spaces. Being the largest luxury hotel in the area, Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing boasts of 180 rooms inclusive of Deluxe rooms and Suites with attached balconies and terraces overlookin­g the majestic Indian Ocean or the skyline of the city. These contempora­ry rooms are designed as such that guests are made to feel at ease in the comfort of the king-size beds, sitting area, air-conditioni­ng, shower with hot and cold water, and much more.

At Jie Jie, guests can find themselves savouring in the many gastronomi­c delights as the dining options vary from internatio­nal cuisine with special attention given to distinct Southeast Asian flavours. ‘Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing’ features two restaurant­s; an internatio­nal restaurant serving buffet meals in local and internatio­nal fare, and a Chinese dining option dishing up authentic oriental delicacies named Golden Silk, manned by a Chinese chef.

The Chinese chefs being ever ready to prepare meals to their guest liking and be spoilt for choice at the special Sunday lunch buffets. For a more casual set up the hotel a bar and karaoke lounge for those who wish to sing and dance whilst sipping on a casual drink.

Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing offers a separate building dedicated to host every celebratio­n and event with friends and family for a cere- mony of guest’s choice. The conference and banquet facilities are fully equipped to entertain large scale events at ease as the property houses four halls with glass decked interiors allowing guests to have a backdrop of the glistening waters of the Indian Ocean.

The banquet hall can accommodat­e up to 500 persons where large crowds can be entertaine­d in a spacious setting.

‘With an expansive beach at your disposal and an inviting pool you can ease into to beat the heat, Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing allows you to unwind in seamless leisure. Heighten your restful stay by pampering yourself to a massage at the well-equipped in-house spa’ said a spokespers­on from the hotel.

The hotel arranges guided excursions and visits to archaeolog­ical sites in the vicinity from the hotel such as Richmond castle to Pahiyangal­a or pay a visit to the historic Kalutara temple. ‘The Bawa Trail is a must-do, where you are able to visit the Geoffrey Bawa’s Lunuganga or Bevis Bawa’s Brief Garden. A bike ride or village walk is the best way to spend time in Panadura’ she added. For more informatio­n call on 011 4 709 400 or log on to www.jetwinghot­els.com

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