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Wales has a rich variety of towns and cities, each with its own unique character and charm.

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Take a romantic break in a boutique town in West Wales

Lose yourself in the green countryside, beautiful coast and chic towns of West Wales.

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Perfect places for coffee in Cardiff

Discover the best coffee shops and cafés for a perfect coffee in Cardiff.

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Cardiff
Views of the promenade, coastline, pier and cable cars from a high vantage point.

Enjoy a trip to the North Wales coast

Llandudno and Colwyn Bay are the perfect places for exploring beaches, nature, castles and more!

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Llandudno and Colwyn Bay
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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.

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  • Food
  • Restaurant
Cardiff
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Great ways to explore Carmarthenshire

Biking, walking, shopping and more - Carmarthenshire is packed with things to do.

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  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Geography
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Carmarthenshire
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An insider’s guide to Arberth (Narberth)

A whistle-stop tour of Pembrokeshire's liveliest high street, with local writer Beth Alexander.

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  • Restaurant
  • Drink
  • Shopping
Pembrokeshire
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A sporting break in Swansea

Heading to Swansea for a sporting fixture? Make a weekend of it. There's loads to do for all the family.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Family
  • Urban
  • Shopping
  • Outdoor
Swansea Bay
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Must-visit local foodie spots around Llandudno

Feeling peckish? Here are some great places to eat in and around Llandudno.

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  • Food
  • Restaurant
Llandudno and Colwyn Bay
Aerial view over Swansea town at early evening toward Mumbles Head.

Must do in Swansea

From museums to markets, discover things to do in Swansea and on the beautiful Gower Peninsula.

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  • Annual holidays
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Swansea Bay
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Explore the 'Kingdom of Builth'

This Mid Wales market town makes a fine base for walking, cycling or a trip to the Royal Welsh Show.

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  • Historic places
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  • Food
Powys
Cardiff Castle with Pride and Y Ddraig Goch flags flying

Out and about in the Welsh capital

Cardiff's lively LGBT+ scene sits amidst the city's shopping district and historical sites.

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  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
  • Touring Park
  • Urban
  • Drink
Cardiff
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Unmissable experiences along The Cambrian Way

Top things to see and do on this journey through the heart of Wales.

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  • Urban
  • Eryri National Park
  • Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park
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A seven day trip along the Cambrian Way

Fancy an adventure? Try this for soaring views, heart-pumping activities, historic houses and more.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Rural
  • Urban
  • Eryri National Park
  • Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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