Press
Every place has a pulse. This is where you hear ours.
Explore features, interviews, and media coverage from travel publications and podcasts tracking our journey on Sri Lanka's south coast.
- The Story: Outside perspectives on what we’re building.
- The Origins: Interviews exploring the roots and ideas shaping Gaia Soul.
- The Community: Stories of the people and village around us.
Sober Sunday Sunset to Be Featured in Park n Beach Sober 2026
We're honored to share that Gaia Soul's Sober Sunday Sunset Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous will be featured in Park n Beach Sober 2026, the twentieth book in the Global Sober Series, featuring 101 outdoor meetings held in parks and on beaches around the world.
The series celebrates the idea of G.O.D. as the Great Out Doors, encouraging people in recovery to think "outside" of the box and connect with nature, fellowship, and a power greater than themselves.
Started in 2023 after we discovered there were no AA meetings on Sri Lanka's south coast, our rooftop gathering overlooking the Indian Ocean has grown into a small but blossoming fellowship. We're grateful to be included among recovery communities from around the world.
Gaia Soul Featured Among the World's Must-Visit SkateBNBs for Summer 2026
We're stoked to share that Gaia Soul has been featured in SkateBNB's list of "Must-Visit SkateBNBs for Summer 2026"!
As a guesthouse built around surfing, skateboarding, yoga, and community, it's an honor to be recognized by both BoardBNBs and SkateBNBs, two platforms dedicated to connecting travelers with skate-friendly accommodation around the world.
Whether you're looking to skate our backyard halfpipe, surf the waves at Maaliyadda Beach, or simply connect with fellow travelers who share a love of board sports, Gaia Soul offers a unique slice of tropical skate culture on Sri Lanka's south coast.
A huge thank you to the SkateBNB and BoardBNB communities for the feature. We look forward to welcoming more skaters from around the world to Kaluketiya.
Keep pushing. Keep surfing. Keep exploring.
Gaia Soul featured on Pineapple Press - More Than a Stay
We’re stoked to share that Pineapple Press recently profiled Gaia Soul in their latest piece on hospitality in Sri Lanka. 👉🏽 Read the full article
Moving Beyond Tourism: At Gaia Soul, hospitality isn't just a job - it’s a pathway. Operating without rigid hierarchies, our team learns by doing, building confidence through daily guest interaction and shared decision-making.
Real Impact: Our former housekeeper now runs her own successful local cafe.
Local Roots: Neighbours have become integral parts of our daily operations.
Beyond the Stay: We invest in people so the benefits reach local families and the village economy.
The Big Picture: Gaia Soul is more than a place to stay—it's where positive change shifts things for our guests, our team, and our village.
How Gaia Soul Began: A Conversation with Lina
In this interview with Lina from Living in Sri Lanka, we go back to the early days of Gaia Soul—before it became what it is now. We talk about how it started, the decisions that shaped it, and the quiet, often unpredictable path of building something on Sri Lanka’s south coast. A simple conversation about beginnings, place, and what happens when an idea slowly takes form. 👉🏽 Follow Lina on YouTube
This is how it began. Now come experience it for yourself.
Gaia Soul Among the Top Boutique Stays on the South Coast
Featured by Pineapple Press as one of the top boutique stays near Hiriketiya. Gaia Soul sits between surf, skate, and slow coastal living on Sri Lanka’s south coast. A place shaped by community, ocean energy, and simple design. 👉🏽 Read the full article
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