It’s that time of year where I start to think about where I want to go on holiday, but I want to be a little bit more careful with my pennies this year. My pound isn’t worth much abroad anymore and flights don’t seem to be quite as reasonable as they used to be. In fact, I’m worried that if I book a flight at all the company will go bust before I’ve even had a chance to get to my destination (take me there first and leave me stranded in the tropics that’s fine!). » More: Summer Holiday In Wales In A Cottage?
Posts Tagged ‘holidays in Wales’
Choose Luxury Holiday Cottages In Wales
July 28th, 2010If you are going to stay in Wales, there a loads of cottages for hire, that are not only well priced but are also easy to find. There are a fantastic amount of holiday cottages on offer in Wales, high quality b&bs and self catering apartments.
Some of the best holidays in Wales are available if you rent a self contained cottage or bed and breakfast. » More: Choose Luxury Holiday Cottages In Wales
5 Places to visit in Wales (Part 1)
June 26th, 2010Castles
This county has many fabulous castles and amazing fortresses, some originating in the Middle Ages. It is fair for Wales to claim to be the home of the most romantic castles in the UK, including Caernarvon and Conway topping the list.
Scenic Rail Journeys
One fun way of seeing the best of the countryside and stunning views, is to take a trip on one of the vintage railways. » More: 5 Places to visit in Wales (Part 1)
What Makes People Come To Wales?
May 11th, 2010Traditional rivalries to one side, it is good to see that tourism in the ‘valleys’ of Wales is thriving. It could be a mixture of things like the nightmare of airports, the current value of the pound or the recession. Maybe people have woken up to the fact that it can be good to visit somewhere nearby for a change. » More: What Makes People Come To Wales?
Holidaying in a Cottage in Wales
May 10th, 2010Slowly tourists are moving away from the hotels and serviced apartments and looking for other ways to enjoy the seaside. Seaside cottages bring with them, all the conveniences. Many of the cottages are found close to the seaside, with lots of information on things to do to make your stay a great one. » More: Holidaying in a Cottage in Wales
Staying in a holiday cottage in Wales
May 10th, 2010Slowly tourists are moving away from the hotels and serviced apartments and looking for other ways to enjoy the seaside. Seaside cottages bring all the different conveniences with them. Most of the cottages are located on the seaside with proper information on where to stay and what to see in Wales to make your visit a truly memorable one. » More: Staying in a holiday cottage in Wales
When in Wales do as the Welsh – and have a takeaway
April 11th, 2010As a dyed-in-the-wool English person, I have to confess a passion for the Welsh and for my trips to Wales. I love the scenic routes when travelling up to the north to meet friends who live in Angelsey. I love the passion of the people and largely hospitable a friendly attitude to me an ‘outsider’, and moreover I love the cuisine that you can find there. » More: When in Wales do as the Welsh – and have a takeaway
Who can ignore the beauty of Wales
April 9th, 2010Consider Wales, and what comes to your mind? What I see are: rugged mountainous regions, rolling hills and of course the sheep grazing in the valleys. In a world where unspoilt landscapes are rare, Wales retains a simplistic rustic charm. » More: Who can ignore the beauty of Wales
Great breaks in Wales
March 8th, 2010When considering a luxurious holiday, maybe Wales does not spring to mind – but dismiss it and you risk losing a great holiday.
Wales is well known for the Valleys, the singing prowese, sheep and maybe to the younger generation – Torchwood the Doctor Who spinoff. Yet there is much more to Wales than this. » More: Great breaks in Wales
How to have fun in Wales
March 8th, 2010Whether you are on a short trip, weekend or slightly longer, it is important to make the best possible use of your time. The key to getting the best value from your stay is the use of day and half-day trips – and Wales has lots of these to keep you entertained.
I have listed below a selection of activities that awaits a visitor on any short breaks in Wales, or weekend breaks in Wales. » More: How to have fun in Wales
