Sri Lanka has been named among the top five destinations in Kuoni's annual poll of where UK customers want to spend their holidays, the annual Travel Trends report said on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka also retained the number one destination for weddings, according to the report.

The 20-page report also tracks hot travel trends and the top destinations for weddings and honeymoons, for families, for solo travelers, for pampering spa holidays, for the most exciting adventures and authentic experiences as well as the best destinations for those that care about the planet.

The report also highlights changes in holiday behavior and includes trends in holiday booking behavior, such as the importance of social media in driving holiday choices.

Sri Lanka retained the number one destination for weddings, and the Kuramathi Island Resort in the Maldives kept the top slot for family destinations, as did Thailand for solo holidays.