Wales

Aerial view of Flint Castle ruins, featuring large circular stone towers and walls, surrounded by green grass and located near a coastal shoreline. The castle has an open layout with visible remnants of the fortification, and a path leading into the ruins. The surrounding landscape includes trees and water in the background.

Flint – the backdrop of an iconic Shakespeare play

Flint, Wales is a hidden gem located in the northwest corner of the country. This small village is known for its stunning natural beauty, sitting on the border of the Snowdonia National Park and the Irish Sea. It is a popular destination for hikers and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the cities. Close to Liverpool, Flint

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Llanddulas – a quaint Welsh village with beautiful nature

The tiny Welsh village of Llanddulas is nestled between the slightly bigger villages of Old Colwyn and Abergele. It is part of the county of Conwy, in the North of Wales; around 23% of people in the town have at least some knowledge of the Welsh language. The mainly suburban-style settlement is so small that its population in the 2011

Colwyn Bay – from award-winning gardens to quirky festivals

Situated on the northern coast of Wales, Colwyn Bay is a vibrant and picturesque seaside town with a variety of things to do and see. With a stunning beach, spectacular views, and plenty of activities overlooking the Irish Sea, Colwyn Bay is the perfect destination for a family holiday or a day trip. History Colwyn Bay has a long and

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Barry, Barry Island and the home of Gavin and Stacey

Barry is a small coastal town located in the Vale of Glamorgan, a county in the southeast of Wales. Barry is rich with history, once a significant port, and is now a thriving seaside resort. In easy reach of Cardiff – only 9 miles south – it is the perfect beach escape from the busy city. Barry had a population

Borth, Wales – a petrified forest and wildlife gem

Borth is a small fishing village and seaside resort. Located in Ceredigion, the village lies only 7 miles north of Aberystwyth and is a great secluded spot for wildlife watching and hikes. In 2011, the population was only 1,399. History Throughout history, Borth has remained constant as a historic fishing village in Mid Wales. Surrounding towns have experienced growth from

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Laugharne, the home of a famous poet and playwright

Laugharne is the main borough in the Laugharne Township, located in the county of Carmarthenshire – South-West Wales. With its population hovering around 1000, this charming town retains the feel of a small village whilst competing with the attractions of any major city. The town, sitting on the Afon Taf estuary and flanked by rural scenery, is perhaps best known

Bangor – a historic university town in Wales

About Bangor is a small but lively university city located in Gwynedd, northwest Wales. Known for its history and gorgeous architecture, Bangor is the oldest town in Wales and is filled with relics of the past, from its 12th-century gothic cathedral to its fairytale-worthy castles. However, the allure of Bangor does not lie solely in its history; it is also

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Harlech: with its infamous castle, aircraft crash and Guinness-world-record street

Harlech, in the county of Gwynedd, is a small town blessed with its location inside Snowdonia National Park. It lies on Tremadog Bay, a large inlet with magnificent views over the surrounding countryside. Nestled within mountains and rolling hills, the small town has a population just shy of 1500; over half (51%) of locals habitually speak Welsh. Harlech manages to

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Cycling the West Coast of the United Kingdom

John O’ Groats to Land’s End is a route that takes adventures from the very top of mainland Scotland to the bottom of England, hugging the scenic West Coast along the way. There’s no official route for this iconic journey. Instead, travelers by bike, car, or even foot can construct their own adventure based on their travel desires. The fastest

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Historic Aberystwyth – the unofficial capital of Wales

Aberystwyth is a vibrant seaside town located on the west coast of Wales. The unofficial capital of Mid Wales, this small town makes up for its size – only amassing 10,000 permanent residents – with its intriguing past and prominent attractions. History Aberystwyth has a rich history, dating back to 700 BC. You can trace the footsteps of time with

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The charming village of Bull Bay (where the SS Dakota sunk)

Bull Bay is a charming little village, with pretty views and a cove that belongs in an Enid Blyton book. Located on the northern coast of Anglesey, Bull Bay is actually the most northern village in Wales. It looks out onto the Irish Sea and is a prime spot for fishing, rowing and escaping the busyness of the city. It

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Historic Caernarfon – the playground of royals

About Located on the Menai Strait, the royal town and port of Caernarfon is small but bustling. With a population of only 10,000, the town has a long and illustrious history, drawing visitors from all over the UK and even further afield. The town also retains its Welsh character, with the majority of the population speaking Welsh as their first

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