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UK holidays, short breaks, and wonderful weekends in Wales
A safe welcome back
COVID-19 Coronavirus: We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors back to Wales in a way that is safe for staff, community and visitors alike.
Learn about the cultural landmarks of Wales - from your sofa
Discover a wealth of Welsh heritage by visiting these historical sites virtually.
Enjoy the exhibitions and resources of Welsh museums - from your sofa
Take in some wonderful Welsh art and culture by going on a virtual visit to these museums.
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Mid Wales
Mid Wales
Spotlight on Machynlleth
Things to do in and around the quirky Mid Wales market town of Machynlleth.
Accessible Mid Wales
From activities to relaxing canal boat cruises, Mid Wales has lots to offer people with disabilities.
Mid Wales' special places of faith
Your guide to a showcase of some of the best places to experience our faith heritage in Mid Wales.
An insider's guide to Aberystwyth
Lydia Jones' insider's guide to Ceredigion's largest town - Aberystwyth. Discover her favourite places to stay, eat amazing food and have a tasty cocktail, shop and chill out.
Five days with a five year old exploring Mid Wales
Jude Rogers aces the school holidays by taking her husband and son on an all-ages, five day Mid Wales adventure. Read on to discover what they got up to.
Cardiff - capital of Wales
Cardiff - capital of Wales
Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of Cardiff Bay
Treat your senses to a day out with a walk along the barrage between Cardiff and Penarth.
Cardiff's indie food scene
Cardiff has a buzzing indie food scene that’s hiding in plain sight among the arcades, side-streets and suburbs of our capital city. It just takes a little local know-how to discover it – and Jane Cook, the award-winning blogger behind Hungry City Hippy, knows just where to look.
Cardiff Castle
From the gargoyles on the castle walls to secret tunnels, Cardiff Castle is brought vividly to life.
Urban adventures in Cardiff
Getting into the nooks and crannies of Cardiff, urban style.
Discover the best dark sky spots in Wales
Explore the best dark sky discovery sites across Wales.
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North Wales
North Wales
Must do on Anglesey
Celtic folklore, the Roman invaders of 60AD were scared witless by Anglesey's fearless Celtic druids. Visitors are welcomed more warmly these days. Find out what you can see and do on Anglesey.
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There's plenty to explore in accessible North Wales
Easy access attractions in North Wales for families with pushchairs and people with disabilities.
Exploring the Menai Strait by boat
With over 800 miles of coastline, Wales offers watery excitement for kids of all ages. Travel writer Jeremy Head, wife Karen and 8 year old son Joe spent a day exploring the Menai Strait between Anglesey and North Wales at the Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre
The best of Bethesda, by 9Bach’s Lisa Jên Brown
Find out why the mountains of Bethesda in North Wales are such a draw for singer, songwriter and actress Lisa Jên Brown, of 9Bach.
Hop on! Enjoy the North West Wales coast by train
Experience the highlights of The Coastal Way along one of Britain's most scenic railway journeys.
West Wales
West Wales
Discover the hidden heritage of West Wales
From standing stones and ruined castles to industrial heritage, West Wales is full of hidden history.
Ideas for rainy days in West Wales
West Wales is a playground of natural splendour. It’s also a fantastic area for indoor explorations
Gower: 10 things not to miss
Ringed by sparkling beaches, this tongue of land is so adored by walkers, birdwatchers, sunbathers and surfers that it’s always scooping awards. Read on to discover more about Gower in West Wales.
Must do in Swansea
Visit the waterfront of Swansea Bay leading to the Mumbles and onto the beautiful Gower Peninsula. Here's ten things to do when on holiday in Swansea.
10 essential things to do in Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire has historical monuments, wonders of nature and a bountiful harvest of food.
South Wales
South Wales
Sun-dappled trails
William Wordsworth sighed over its “steep woods, lofty cliffs and green pastoral landscape.” JMW Turner immortalised it in his paintings. Over two centuries later, the Wye Valley is still as enchanting as ever. It’s a superb choice for an active break, exploring by kayak, on horseback or on foot.
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Five days in South Wales
A family trip around South Wales unearths some of the major tourist attractions.
An insider guide to Newport
Newport native Darragh Mortell gives an inside guide to Newport; its history, where to eat, drink - and where to hang out.
Family-friendly activities in the valleys
The South Wales Valleys is one big adventure playground for all the family! Find out where you can ski, mountain bike or kayak your way to a great day out!
Insider guide to Abergavenny
Broadsheet journalist Jude Rogers on what to see, eat, drink and do in the Welsh foodie heaven of market town Abergavenny
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