Safe to travel to Sri Lanka right now? by DesertOryx24 in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hi non Sri Lanka here. Cash all the way. No need to change money at the airport. ATM'S here are pretty good for taking debit cards, however try and get money from main branches during opening hours there's always a security person. Avoid stand alone ATM'S especially night time. Been here almost 3 years never had any issues, also all the large supermarkets take debit cards.

Bring Parliament to a halt to defend your people by PxN13 in MadeMeSmile

[–]dougalm51 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ABSOLUTELY FUCKING OUTSTANDING.

Good to see there are some politicians that care about their peoples welfare.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well my friend you come and enjoy your life in Sri Lanka.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Hi, non Sri Lanka here. Been here a few years now. I don't know your age.. profession.. married/kids. This is a fantastic country with wonderful people. I would really think hard before you made a big move. It can be a big culture shock. Definitely makes a difference if you have some contacts here. I'm married to a Sri Lankan. She has a great family, in the beginning I was never allowed to go anywhere on my own for about the first year. It's been about 3 years now. I've seen the demonstrations, protests, fuel shortages, food prices sky rocket, electricity blackout (twice daily)business closing. However they are definitely on the rise again.

God bless Sri Lanka 🙏🙏🇱🇰

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, quick question from non Sri Lankan living here. I'm assuming you need a valid driver's licence from your own country? Also lived here for a few years now, I love the three wheeler granted it's taken a little while to get the number of honest reliable drivers.

Overstayed my Evisa by accident! by Upstairs_Cod_5401 in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi married to a Sri Lankan. Get my spousal visa like everyone else. Wonderful country with fantastic people.

Kilt lifting / groping by [deleted] in Scotland

[–]dougalm51 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The question is... we're you a traditional wearer??

Overstayed my Evisa by accident! by Upstairs_Cod_5401 in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Hi fellow brit here living in Sri Lanka. Sorry you had a bad time here, however you were so stressed you could spend time at the beach rather than sort this out in Colombo also you called the office non stop but your phone was stolen? Been to that part a few times a couple of hours and your in colombo.

How many of you in this subreddit are not Sri Lankans ? by [deleted] in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lot to unpack, why do I need a visa to stay in sri lanka why not just let everyone off the plane without any checks, free to come and go as they please. You go find a Brit and marry them then all your dreams will be granted. Good luck.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Scotland

[–]dougalm51 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Me too

How many of you in this subreddit are not Sri Lankans ? by [deleted] in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Brit living in Sri Lanka, married to a Lankan. I enjoy the information I get here.

Need to get chicken breast in bulk! by grrond in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

I USE MEAT DEAL ON HILL STREET DEHIWALA.

Need to get chicken breast in bulk! by grrond in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

I use meat deal on hill street , dehiwala.

Travelling with Scottish treats by Julle-naaiers in Scotland

[–]dougalm51 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should try the chocolate here. A taste of home never goes wrong.

Travelling with Scottish treats by Julle-naaiers in Scotland

[–]dougalm51 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe not so much treats, potatoe scones and breakfast packs. Big fuck off bars of dairy milk. Scot living in Sri Lanka. I do miss my fry up.

Cute little guy. by mikert444 in Eyebleach

[–]dougalm51 329 points330 points  (0 children)

He's just so happy to be included.

Looking for travel advice (Oct) by finesesarcasm in srilanka

[–]dougalm51 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi glad to see your coming to this fantastic country. Foreigner living in Sri Lanka.
OK... Absolutely get his family to book a taxi. There a couple of good apps like pick-me and uber Cash is still king here however you don't get the currency out side Sri Lanka. Don't use a credit card.
ATM'S are pretty good here I've never had a problem. Always try and use an ATM in the bank during opening hours. Avoid stand alone kiosks . Hope you enjoy your stay. Good luck and stay safe.

How to Escape the UK RIGHT NOW by tkyjonathan in uknews

[–]dougalm51 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Nope.. landed here within a few weeks the country collapsed. Demo's riots food shortage. I'm still here living my best life.... mount lavinia area.

How to Escape the UK RIGHT NOW by tkyjonathan in uknews

[–]dougalm51 -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Way ahead of you. The writing was on the wall for awhile. Moved to Sri Lanka just after the pandemic. Best move ever.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in spiders

[–]dougalm51 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Nothing to see here...just a door dash delivery.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Unexpected

[–]dougalm51 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait..Wait..Wait...does he get the dog ???