National Geographic Traveller (UK) has spotlighted Sri Lanka’s rich tea heritage as part of a global feature on food-focused travel experiences.

The article emphasizes how culinary traditions enhance travel, with tea tourism in Hatton, Sri Lanka, singled out as a prime example. 

Highlighting Ceylon Tea Trails within the Dunkeld Tea Estate, the feature showcases an immersive experience into Sri Lanka’s renowned tea industry.

Visitors can tour the historic Dunkeld Tea Factory, observe the tea-making process, and enjoy tastings amid scenic highland landscapes.

 The tour, led by estate expert Bernard, takes guests through each stage of production from withering to curing, revealing how these steps shape the flavor and quality of the tea. 

The article also mentions nearby attractions such as the Castlereagh Reservoir for kayaking and Adam’s Peak, a popular pilgrimage site. 

Alongside Sri Lanka, other top gourmet destinations for 2026 include Italy’s Le Marche, Sweden’s Bohuslän, Rwanda’s Kigali, and Japan’s Tokyo, among others.