Wales

Beautiful National Trust Properties in Wales

Written on May 2, 2012 by

Wales is a destination with a lot to offer. It is a vibrant and atmospheric place with its own unique culture and spirit. It has cosmopolitan cities, picturesque villages, stunning scenery and landscapes just made for outdoor activities. A trip to Wales will be Continue Reading →

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British Photo of the Week: Lost Gardens of Dewstow, Wales

Written on March 26, 2012 by

The Dewstow Gardens and Grottoes in South East Wales were originally built after 1895 but buried for 50 years after WWII. In 2000 efforts began to restore this little treasure. Learn more here.   (Image credit)  Continue Reading →

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Visit England: Holidays at Home are Great!

Written on March 10, 2012 by

If ever there were a year to spend your holidays in Britain, 2012 is it. If you’re British, there are a lot of reasons to scrap your plans for Spain and stay at home. Visit England has begun a campaign to encourage nationals to take advantage of all the amazing Continue Reading →

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Visit St. Davids on St. David’s Day

Written on March 1, 2012 by

What better way to celebrate St. David’s Day then to spend the day in St. Davids? Awarded city status in 1995, St. Davids is the UK’s smallest city with a population of approximately 1600 people. St. Davids’ jewel in the crown is the cathedral Continue Reading →

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British Photo of the Week: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in Wales

Written on February 13, 2012 by

The longest and highest cast-iron aqueduct in the world, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct spans the River Dee in Wrexham and is a Grade I listed building. Learn more about this fascinating piece of ingenuity here. #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; Continue Reading →

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British Photo of the Week: A Very Swansea Christmas

Written on December 19, 2011 by

Every Christmas the grounds of the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea, Wales is turned into a Waterfront Winterland. Pictured here is the Admiral Giant Wheel. (Image Credit)   Watch the fun: #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:12px Continue Reading →

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Great Pubs in Cardiff

Written on November 9, 2011 by

Cardiff is the capital city of Wales and the 10th largest city in the UK. Cardiff only became a ‘city’ in 1905 but is now the base for one of the most popular stadiums in the UK and is the commercial centre for Wales. Cardiff has grown as a city break location Continue Reading →

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British Photo of the Week: Abereiddi Blue Lagoon, Wales

Written on October 3, 2011 by

This photo had me searching  for Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins running around with fig leaves covering their bits and pieces. Wowser! What a beautiful sight, eh? The Abereiddi Blue Lagoon is a flooded slate quarry just a short walk from Abereiddi Beach Continue Reading →

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Britain’s Blue Badge Guides turns 60.

Written on March 15, 2011 by

The UK’s Blue Badge tourist guides are professional guides who work in every part of the United Kingdom. The Guild was founded 60 years ago to provide a quality alternative to what the press at the time called ‘the spivs and touts’ who were targeting visitors Continue Reading →

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Must Visit Pubs In Wales

Written on February 9, 2011 by

If you’re visiting Wales and love a good pint, then aim to make pit stops at each of these fantastic pubs and inns. Wales is a place of beauty, so it’s really worth dusting off your sat nav to explore the green rolling hills and beautiful stretches of sea. Continue Reading →

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