Traditional hostilities aside, things are really looking up for the tourist sector in the ‘valleys’. It could be a whole bunch of things such as the hassle of being stranded at an airport, the high 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. Continue reading “Wales: The Perfect Vacation Destination”
Apr 09 2010
How to enjoy a holiday in a cottage in Wales
Focus on Wales in your mind, and what pictures do you see? 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. Continue reading “How to enjoy a holiday in a cottage in Wales”
Dec 09 2009
The top Welsh festival: The Eisteddfod 2010
if you have grown used to travelling abroad during the summer for your vacactions, you might be interested in something more ‘local’. Look west to a small country, with its own charm and unique culture.
Anyone considering weekend breaks in Wales or looking for things to do in Wales would be well served by a visit to the biggest annual Welsh language and cultural festival – The National Eisteddfod. Continue reading “The top Welsh festival: The Eisteddfod 2010″
Dec 09 2009
Have we let the recession curb our love of eating out?
We seem still to the midst of a recession with eating out and hotel occupancy rates dropping nationally, but the experience in Wales suggests that people who like their food and drink are still willing to eat out, provided the quality is right. Between cost and quality there exists a subtle line.
Luxury hotels Wales or upmarket restaurants both share the same commitment to quality, which has more to do with their inherent sense of style and purpose than any notions of luxury. Continue reading “Have we let the recession curb our love of eating out?”
Sep 29 2009
The National Eisteddfod of Wales
The National Eisteddfod is what exactly? It is possibly just another one of those strange Welsh word sfor most Englishmen. But to the initiated, or the Welsh, it actually is synonymous with the culture of the country. Continue reading “The National Eisteddfod of Wales”