Get all your Christmas shopping in Wales
Choose Wales for your Christmas shopping with its markets, local handicrafts and stylish brands.
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UK holidays, short breaks, and wonderful weekends in Wales
Sensational shopping in the capital city
Find surprising independent delights nestled amongst your big brand favourites in Cardiff.
Wales' independent shops
Wales has countless inspiring and independent shops for fashion and unique finds.
Festive swims in Wales
Burn off those Christmas calories and raise money for charity - check out these chilly festive swims.
Skate your way around Wales
Unleash your inner figure skater at one of Wales' ice rinks - no experience necessary!
Rob Morgan's guide to Gower
Rob Morgan's favourite hidden places on Gower during the colder months.
Great activities to do in winter
Ideas to make the most of the great Welsh outdoors and enjoy some fun winter activities.
Traditional Welsh winter celebrations
Celebrate this Christmas in Wales and welcome in the New Year with alternative Celtic traditions!
Food and drink for a festive Christmas and New Year
A feast of Welsh treats
Lowri Haf Cooke's favourite Welsh food and drink to enjoy this winter.
Enjoy our markets
Some of the great places to sample Welsh produce and buy oddments you won’t find anywhere else.
A taste of Welsh cheese
Find out what makes Welsh cheese so good and locations across Wales to sample and buy some.
The Welsh whisky revival
Discover the history of the Penderyn distillery in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons).
Emma Inch's guide to Welsh ales and breweries
Beer expert Emma Inch tells us about the Welsh beers you can buy and breweries you can visit.
Events and days out in December
Looking for events and festivals in December in Wales? Check out our exciting calendar of events.
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Events and days out in January
We've picked top events in Wales to help you plan your next day out in January.
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Short breaks in Wales
Indulgent mini-break ideas
Go on, spoil yourself. Luxury hotels, five-star restaurants, a hot spa, something cold and fizzy…
Perfect hotels for fun family breaks
Family hotels in Wales come with all sorts of extras - pools, spas, activity centres and more.
Make memories with your mates on a weekend away
With great activities and accommodation choices, Wales makes planning a weekend group trip a breeze.
Top things to do in two days in South Wales
Discover the top things to do in 48 hours in South Wales - history, wine tasting and brilliant shops.
Adventure and exploration
Explore the deepest underground slate mine in the world
Adventurer Chris Knight challenges himself to explore an abandoned slate mine with experts Go Below
Gem Hubbard's fabulous three days in North Wales
Join Gem Hubbard of 'Wheels no Heels', as she explores attractions and accommodation in Wales
Top tips for an epic adventure in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Outdoor enthusiasts Harry and Lydia hit the mountains of Eryri for some autumnal adventuring.
Explore easy-access walks in every part of Wales
A selection of great easy-access walking trails across Wales suitable for wheelchair and buggy users.
Tips for traversing Crib Nantlle
Join outdoor enthusiast Chris Knight as he explores Crib Nantlle (Nantlle Ridge) in the Eryri National Park.
Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales
Discover the best stargazing experiences Wales has to offer
Explore the best dark sky discovery sites across Wales.
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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).
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.
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.
Action packed itineraries, Discover Wales by trails
Enjoy a three day family adventure
Looking for inspiration? We've planned a family holiday itinerary of fun activities in Eryri (Snowdonia).
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Five days in South Wales
A family trip around South Wales unearths some of the major tourist attractions.
A six day trip along the North Wales Way
Epic castles, eons of history, rugged scenery, fine food and drink - just waiting to be discovered.
A week from the mouth to the eye of the River Wye
Here are some of the many things to see, eat, drink and do along the shores of the River Wye.
Big skies and big adventures in rural Mid Wales
Immerse yourself in the outdoors around Llanidloes and Clywedog in the Cambrian Mountains.
History and heritage trails
Follow the trail of Gwynedd’s majestic castles
The county of Gwynedd, in North Wales, provides a trail of majestic castles to explore.
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Discover our seven National Museums
For Welsh history and culture, our seven, free entry National Museums take some beating.
Wonderfully quirky places to visit
Discover our eccentric heritage with some wonderfully unusual places to visit.
Wales’ most soulful abandoned abbeys and castles
Discover the Welsh abbeys and castles that inspired JMW Turner, William Wordsworth and Dylan Thomas.
Wales Slate: The quarry communities of Gwynedd
Discover the quarry communities of Wales' UNESCO World Heritage site and their vibrant cultural landscapes.
Walking trails
Walking our long distance trails
Discover our waymarked long-distance routes that offer inspirational walking in Wales.
Wild walks that are a stroll for toddlers
Take your kids into the wild, but not the mud. Discover plenty of pushchair friendly walks in Wales.
Accessible adventures on the Wales Coast Path
Nine easy access sections of the path for wheelchairs, buggies and trikes.
Pick your favourite walk on Glyndŵr's Way
It’s got history, heritage and scenery. Take in some of the most beautiful views in Wales on Glyndŵr's Way.
Walking in Wales: region by region
Discover some of the best places to stretch your legs in Wales.
Delicious trails
Cooking up a storm - Cardiff's indie food scene
Fancy a bite? Here's the lowdown on the coolest cafés and most excellent eateries in Cardiff.
Wales' Michelin supper stars
Join Lowri Haf Cooke on a gastronomic grand tour of Wales' Michelin star restaurants.
Join the Welsh gin revolution!
Go on a gin distillery tour, sip and sample the spirits and even try making your own.
Interesting eats along the Welsh border
Kacie Morgan of The Rare Welsh Bit blog discovers an edible treasure hunt along the Welsh borders.
Cook yourself a traditional Welsh treat
Bara brith: our traditional Welsh recipe
Bara Brith is a rich fruit loaf made with tea. Here's our recipe for making this favourite Welsh tea-time treat.
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How to make crempogau - Welsh pancakes
Traditional Welsh crempogau are thick pancakes and traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday.
How to make cawl
How to make Cawl - a traditional Welsh stew that can be made with meat or fish.
How to make vegan Glamorgan sausages
Avant-garde vegan chef Gaz Oakley shares his recipe for tasty Welsh classic, Glamorgan sausages.
Enjoy making a Welsh rarebit
Dating from the 18th century this Welsh dish is a kind of ‘posh cheese on toast’ with a Welsh twist.
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