LOCATED 22 MILES NORTH OF NEGOMBO AND SET IN 22 ACRES OF LAND

between the Indian Ocean and a tropical lagoon, Club Palm Bay is hard to beat for a beautiful, unspoiled setting. Surrounded by an eco-reserve, incorporating the lagoon, mangrove swamps and a bird sanctuary, it's a nature lover's and bird watcher's dream.

There is a perfect stillness and absolute tranquility that is only possible in such a remote, environmentally protected area. The resort itself is new, and well constructed, making the most of its unique location. The attractive, cottage-style rooms are secluded amongst flowering shrubs and trees, each with a private terrace and many with superb views over the lagoon. Boat trips to explore the lagoon are a must to fully appreciate the natural beauty of the nature reserve.

Although the location makes the resort a nature lover's paradise, it manages to combine this with a broader appeal. Children too will love it here. The resort as a whole is very family-friendly, with a kiddie's playground, many toys, and one of the most child-friendly swimming pools in Sri Lanka. A huge pool, with a cascading pyramid waterfall, it is encircled by a shallow channel divided but not separated from the deep water. The resort's appeal also extends to all sports enthusiasts, who can enjoy tennis, squash, snooker, table football, and a beautiful nine-hole putting green for golf fanatics.

The meals are all buffet with a tempting variety of tasty dishes. The restaurant opens onto the pool and evening meals are often accompanied by a live band. The resort frequently caters for day visitors from Colombo and groups using the conference facilities, in which case the restaurant acts as a lively central meeting point.

Club Palm Bay somehow pulls off the seemingly impossible - offering a quiet, secluded natural paradise, along with a full range of vacation activities, without compromising either aspect. The secret is the size of the property; enjoy the luxury and the sports, or retreat to the lagoon for utter peace and tranquillity.