THE LITTLE ISLAND OF MADOL DUWA

has been immortalized in the writings of the late Martin Wickremasinghe,
and if you're planning to holiday in the Koggala area, you mustn't miss the opportunity offered by Club Horizon to spend the day on the island, attended by their staff who dress up as aboriginal 'veddas'.

Many of the guests who come to Club Horizon stay for about two weeks. It's a great place for a family holiday and, in keeping with its 'club' theme, is a hive of activity. There are 8 animators on the premises who initiate a variety of activities from 10am until late night, at which point the in-house nightclub takes over. During the day, you can play water polo or water volleyball in the large pool, just hang out by the pool bar, work on your tan or go for a swim in the natural rock pool. With billiards and pool tables, archery, basketball, mini golf and a host of other amusements available, you won't lack for things to do. The amphitheatre comes alive at night with comedy shows, live music and cultural dance troupes.

Club Horizon also has a Kid's club and Nature Club, as well as an Ayurveda massage center. The spacious Fisherman's Cove restaurant serves eastern and western food, buffet-style. You can sample international cuisine ranging from Japanese and Chinese to Italian and Indian every night.

There are 71 small and comfortable rooms here, of which 22 are cabanas and there is also a luxury suite. All the rooms face the sea, are air conditioned, have hot and cold water, phones and local radio channels. The club has a very informal and cheery feel to it and is easily accessible for the disabled. The extremely friendly and attentive staff will look after all your requests, from special meals to babysitters. The life here is idyllic - no touts, 24 hour security, and peace and quiet on the clean beach.