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For such a small country, Wales sure packs in a lot of adventure. Wherever you end up, let the landscape lead the way – whether that means climbing mountains, hiking along the castle-strewn coastline, or venturing into underground caverns. Harlech Castle, overlooking Cardigan Bay, played a key role in the national uprising led by Owain…
When to travel to Wales depends on a few factors – namely your budget, your tolerance for rain, and whether you have an unquenchable desire to try bog snorkeling. Adventures that suit all types of travelers can be experienced year-round in Wales, but it’s worth timing it right for an experience that best fits your…
Discover the Best Places to Visit in Wales With three epic national parks, reams of beach-studded coastline, an underrated capital, and more chocolate-box villages than you can shake a love spoon at, small but mighty Wales has a wealth of locations worth adding to your itinerary. Planning a Welsh adventure but not sure where to…
Best Road Trips in Wales Wales is home to some of the UK’s most beautiful drives. Beyond the more densely populated south, where you’ll find the only highway, narrow, undulating lanes criss-cross the land, meaning travel can be slow. However, there’s no need to rush when your surroundings consist of sky-skimming mountains, deep green valleys,…
From vast belts of golden sand and rolling surf to under-the-radar bays, beaches in Wales are plentiful and delightfully unspoiled. No need to hold out for blazing sunshine; these beauties are spectacular whatever the weather, so long as you’re wearing the right clothing. If you’re looking for a crowd-free Welsh coast experience, traveling outside peak…
Getting Around Wales: A Comprehensive Guide Wales is made for lovers of the great outdoors, and many of its most scenic travel routes are best explored on foot or by bike. The 870-mile (1400 km) Wales Coast Path winds its way around the entire Welsh coast – a world first when it launched in 2012…
Chef Xanthe Gladstone on Foraging and Adventuring in North Wales iBestTravel is proud to feature Xanthe Gladstone, an organic grower and chef based in North Wales, who plays a pivotal role in food sustainability at the Hawarden Estate’s Good Life Experience festival, farm shop, and Glynne Arms restaurants. Moreover, her connections extend to Glen Dye…
Venture into the prettiest parts of the country Small but mighty, Wales is a land of secret beaches, quirky towns, vast national parks, and epic mountain ranges. Discover the most beautiful places in Wales to explore during your next staycation. Aberaeron Crayola-coloured houses dot the harbour in the fishing village of Aberaeron, among them is…
SNOWDONIA Bryn Cader Faner Stone Circle, Harlech This is one of the most spectacular stone circles in Britain, yet very few people venture up here. It’s actually a burial cairn of a Druid Prince, more than 4,000 years old. The stones sit proud like a crown of thorns on an ancient trackway that once linked…
Stunning Welsh Villages to Discover While places like The Cotswolds and Cornwall are rightly celebrated, the charm of Welsh village life offers equally enchanting experiences. From traversing moors to winding country lanes, the scenic paths lead to picturesque villages adorned with low stone cottages, inviting pubs, and breathtaking landscapes. Here are some must-visit Welsh villages…
Great Britain contains multitudes, in every direction: lots of lakes, countless castles, a profusion of pubs, and much, much more. So if you’re planning a journey to the island’s edges, which direction should you head – north to Scotland or west to Wales? We explore why each corner of the UK holds its own unique…
Sydney Modern Project: A New Architectural Marvel When it comes to striking architecture, Sydney is perhaps best known for its iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge. However, a new and exciting architectural highlight will soon open its doors in December—the Sydney Modern Project. The Sydney Modern Project is the new museum for contemporary art being…