UK breaks and family holiday destinations

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Enjoy a short stay in Cardiff

Cardiff is a vibrant, cosmopolitan hub with a warm Welsh welcome. Find out what's on offer.

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Cardiff

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Trips on water to float your boat

Take to the water to enjoy the wonderful scenery along our coasts and canals.

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Romantic retreats

Some of the most romantic places in Wales for an unforgettable stay with your special someone.

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Celebrating 10 years of the Wales Coast Path

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Explore the Wales Coast Path

Scenic views, friendly towns and rare wildlife are just some of the great reasons to walk the Wales Coast Path.

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Family cycling adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Travel Blogger Kirstie Pelling outlines a selection of family bike rides along the Wales Coast Path.

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Friendly towns on the Wales Coast Path

Tempting food, fascinating history, sea views, warm welcomes and fish’n’chips all included.

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Van life on the Wales Coast Path

Explore sections of the Llŷn and Snowdonia Wales Coast Path in a campervan with award winning guidebook writer Vivienne Crow.

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Accessible adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Nine easy access sections of the path for wheelchairs, buggies and trikes.

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Planning a Wales Coast Path walk

Get top tips from guidebook author Paddy Dillon to help plan your walk along the Wales Coast Path.

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Addo: make your promise

Let’s look after each other, care for our communities and protect this epic land.

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The National Botanic Garden of Wales through the seasons

Discover the National Botanic Garden of Wales through the seasons. No matter what time of year you visit, there's plenty to see and do.

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West Wales

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Six reasons to choose Wales for a sustainable holiday

Here in Wales we're serious about sustainable travel. Find out why.

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Visit our UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales

Find out how to make the most of your visit to each of the four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

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Discover our seven National Museums

For Welsh history and culture, our seven, free entry National Museums take some beating.

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Get more from your holiday by volunteering

Taking a holiday in Wales to work? Believe us, it’s more appealing than it sounds.

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Find out more about Wales' regions

Find out about the regions of Wales: dramatic North Wales; rolling Mid Wales; the coastal West; and the urban South.

North Wales

The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. Find World Heritage, one of Europe’s oldest living languages, and the UK’s best adventure. Within the region of North Wales you'll find Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey).

Landscape of the attractions at Cardiff Bay seen from the water.

South Wales

Home to Cardiff, the young and creative capital city, South Wales is a hub of sporting events and Welsh culture. Discover coastal hikes, vibrant communities and the serenity of the Wye Valley. Within the region of South Wales you'll also find Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Merthyr, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen, RCT, and the Vale of Glamorgan.

Mid Wales

Mid Wales is the green heart of Wales. The clear seas, bright harbours and hidden coves of the Ceredigion coastline give way to red kite-filled skies, busy market towns and dramatic hill walks. Within the region of Mid Wales you'll find Ceredigion and Powys.

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West Wales

Cultural and coastal West Wales is home to our second city, Swansea. Ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within the region of West Wales you'll find Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.