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The land on which this unique hotel stands, has been beautifully landscaped, going by its name Hotel Flower Garden.
The guest rooms offer star-class facilities including A/C, satellite TV, IDD facilities hot/cold water, room service etc.
The beautiful and large swimming pool is said to be the largest pool in Unawatuna. The landscaping and designing of the swimming pool had been the hard work of Chairman/MD, K. Sashi.
The hotel has a restaurant which could accommodate over 100 guests. It offers delicious Western, Eastern, Chinese and an 'a-la-carte' menu.
Chairman/MD, Hotel Flower Garden, K. Sashi began his hotel career in 1987 at the Ceylon Hotels Corporation and after successfully completing a five-year course in Hotel Management, left for Switzerland and followed a course in Hotel Management and obtained a degree in Food and Beverage. Sashi in one of those Sri Lankans who conducted courses in F & B in Switzerland.
A new hotel complex designed and built by Sashi with 12 luxury cabanas overlooking the Unawatuna beach is also to be opened very shortly. - LJ
Life for tsunami victims
GALLE: Live music, live voice and puppets on strings! Thanks to the work of German volunteer, Steve Brick who provided a bit of life and laughter to tsunami victims.
The show held at the beach lawn of Lighthouse Hotel and Spa, Galle which is a Jetwing Hotel, was a big success thanks to Jetwing, Brick said.
This was the first puppet show for tsunami victims many more are to be held along the coast of Galle, Matara and Hambantota.
At the puppet show at Lighthouse Hotel, children were given the opportunity to interact with the puppet and make friends, even though for a few hours. This was proved to be beneficial to children in helping them deal with the ghastly effects of the tsunami.
General Manager, Lighthouse Hotel and Spa, Sanjiva Gautamadasa said "what bigger privilege than to be associated with the revival of this dying art of puppetry and under such moving and emotional conditions".
Puppetry has proved its appeal by captivating the hearts of both children and adults. Following the success of the show at Lighthouse Hotel and Spa, Brick in association with Sir Arthur C. Clarke commissioned Sri Lankan playwright Sarath Gunaratna to write more puppet plays with the tsunami in mind. - LJ
Valentine Special
GALLE FACE HOTEL
COLOMBO: Valentine's is a time for love to set sail into your heart in different ways. At the Galle Face Hotel every dining area will be brought alive by melodies of love and romance.
The Verandah Restaurant will offer a grand 5-course sit down menu. This venue is legendary to lovers by the side of a spectacular view of the ocean.
If you feel like heading into a totally new experience, step into "The 1864". The exclusive surroundings of this restaurant will be decorated in hues of silver and red.
The Sea Spray offers a spread of culinary delights ranging from the best of seafood to the finest cuts of meat, prepared just for the two of you. Be serenaded by a solo jazz player while you enjoy a romantic dinner.
So come to Galle Face Hotel on February 14 and experience love anchoring in your heart, while every lady receives a fresh red rose, each couple is treated to two glasses of Pink Sparkling Wine, and chocolates to get romance sizzling... All with the compliments of the Galle Face Hotel, says Senior Marketing Manager Drvvi Gunasekera.
A photographer will be on hand to take a picture of you if you would like to have a memento of a very special evening.
HOLIDAY INN
COLOMBO: Holiday Inn, Colombo sets this romantic venue for all happy couples and families with an exotic candle light dinner, live band providing scintillating music, bringing in a romantic air.
To add that extra touch of romance, all lucky ladies will be greeted with a rose on arrival and will also receive a complimentary glass of wine, Valentine chocolates.
PALM BEACH
MT. LAVINIA: Palm Beach Hotel celebrates Valentine's day on February 14 with a very special Gala BBQ - scrumptious seafood buffet at Pool Terrace and Atrium Lounge which also includes a variety of music and dancing.
GALADARI
COLOMBO: The Galadari Hotel offers a very special Valentine package for you to help you show your love for the one who really matters. Start the evening at the Lobby Bar, breathes in the ambience as you enjoy our array of special Valentine cocktails.
Should you require unique flower arrangement made for your special someone, try our florist located in the lobby level of the Hotel. Flower arrangements could be made with fresh or artificial flowers.
MOUNT LAVINIA HOTEL
MT. LAVINIA: Mount Lavinia Hotel, the monument of love, between a colonial Governor and a local dancing girl 200 years ago, has lined up some truly romantic events for Valentine's Day on February 14th.
Whether it's a romantic dinner for two, or a quiet evening with a loved one, or a family get-together, we have something special for everyone, to celebrate this Valentines Day in style.
Three exclusive couples have the opportunity to experience a private, romantic 5 course sumptuous dinner beginning with an 'eternal flow of love' which is a delicate dish of minted crab and jicama lime salad in absolute privacy.
The venue for this dinner is a secluded cabin built on stilts and a lifeguard hut opening out into the Indian Ocean, converted for the night into a romantic dinner spot.
If you're looking at surprising your Valentine, here's the chance to have your own private barbecue, to set your hearts on fire. What's more, treat your valentine to dinner on 14th February, at any of the venues at the Mount Lavinia Hotel and be entitled to enter the Hut for free!
CINNAMON GRAND
COLOMBO: There's romance on the menu in each of Cinnamon Grand's restaurants as Crazy Cupid gets ready to set hearts aflame on February 14th. Be it a table for two under a star studded sky or a more elaborate seven course dinner for two, there's something for everyone on Valentine's Day.
At the Lagoon you can get hooked on each other and the best of seafood, as Cupid sets anchor. On offer are special tables for two, set amidst the placid waters of our beautiful Lagoon. Prefer a more lavish spread of indulgence? Taprobane will lay out a special Valentine's Day buffet in grand style. A rose for all the ladies and plenty of surprises to go.
Then there's also the London Grill to serenade the love of your life with a special gourmet menu, roses, chocolates and champagne... With its elegant setting and quiet ambience, the restaurant provides the perfect place to recapture those memories or even make new ones!
That's not all; check out our range of Valentine's Goodies at the Coffee Stop, including a special Valentine's Day Hamper with a box of chocolates, roses and half a bottle of Champagne if you want to do something extra special.
Or if you'd rather say it with flowers beautiful posies and bouquets are available to give expression to your feelings.
DELI MARKET
COLOMBO: It's that time of the year when love is in the air for all and the Deli Market at the World Trade Centre has a fun program for the whole family on the 14th for Valentines celebrations.
The day's programme will include special Valentines Raffle Draw at lunch, Valentines food deals, Happy Hour for couples 5-7 pm with 2 Free Valentines Desserts for every 2 cocktails.
Dinner would promote a 20% discount for a family reservation for 4 or more for Valentines Dinner, special dinner deal's including a glass of Pink Lady sparkling wine by Alpha Orient, 2 for 1 beer deals, entertainment, promotion on cocktails, mocktails and smoothies.
AMAYA REEF
COLOMBO: The Valentines Day celebrations at Amaya Reef will be held on 14th February, 2006. Ladies are given a Rose button and gents are entitle for a complimentary glass of beer.
Ladies are served with a specially innovated Valentine's Day long drink. Entertainments from special one man band who has performed in Denmark and Sweden for last 25 years. Specially created romantic ballet show will be held at the Amaya Reef.
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