Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Arugam Bay has been named as Asia's most attractive beach in the latest survey published by Conde Nast Traveller Readers Choice Awards for 2026.

Sri Lanka has claimed four places in Asia's Top 20 Beaches in the 2026 Conde Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards, with Arugam Bay taking the No. 1 position. Its score of 98.84 was the highest among the beaches in the published regional lists, giving the east-coast destination a standout international accolade.Sri Lanka Travel

Bentota, Tangalle and Negombo also made the Asia ranking. Together, the four places showcase the variety of Sri Lanka beaches: a celebrated surf destination, a popular resort coast, quieter southern coves and a beach town close to the international ...