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Hiking at Rhossili Bay, Wales. attilio pregnolato/Shutterstock

Oct 4, 202613 min read

12 Best Places to Visit in Wales

A castle on an island just off the shore of a sandy beach.

Jun 21, 20265 min read

11 of the Best Beaches in Wales

From Pen-y-Fan to Anglesey, Wales is a land of landscapes and legends. Helen Hotson/Shutterstock

Aug 1, 202515 min read

A First-Time Guide to Wales

Famous for its bookstores, Hay-on-Wye is also a great base for exploring the Welsh borders. P A Thompson/Getty Images

Jul 18, 202510 min read

The 12 Best Things to Do in Hay-on-Wye, Wales

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) sign along the Pyg Track in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Andrew T Bennett/Shutterstock

Jun 26, 202512 min read

The Lonely Planet Guide to Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park

Castle towers surrounded by a moat and bright green grass, with homes and trees in the distance on a sunny day.

Jun 18, 202513 min read

12 Not-to-Miss Historic Gems in Wales

Wales is alive with wildlife, from seabirds to dolphins and grey seals. Tony Baggett/Shutterstock

Jun 17, 202511 min read

The 10 Best Wildlife Experiences in Wales

Not all outdoor adventures demand adrenaline, try a tranquil canoe on the River Wye. Billy Stock/Shutterstock

Jun 16, 20258 min read

An Outdoor Adventure Lover’s Guide to Wales

The hike up Pen-y-Fan is one of Wales' loveliest walks. Paul Maguire/Shutterstock

Jun 13, 20259 min read

A Lonely Planet Guide to Hiking up Pen-y-Fan in Wales

The Gower Peninsula has some of South Wales' loveliest beaches. Billy Stock/Shutterstock

Jun 11, 202510 min read

Take a 3-Day Tour of Wales’ Gorgeous Gower Peninsula

Hiking on the Llŷn Peninsula, Wales. Alan Morris/Getty Images

Apr 24, 202514 min read

12 of the Best Hiking Routes in Wales

Kidwelly is one of more than 400 castles in Wales. Leighton Collins/Shutterstock

Apr 21, 20255 min read

The Best Time to Visit Wales Is Nearly Anytime

The view from the top of Caernarfon Castle, Wales. Sergii Figurnyi/Shutterstock

Apr 15, 202512 min read

The 12 Best Things to Do in Wales, from Star Gazing to Sheep Trekking

Natural splendor in Snowdonia. Pajor Pawel/Shutterstock

Apr 10, 202510 min read

The 6 Best Road Trips in Wales, from Dizzying Mountain Passes to Coastal Drives

Along Glyndŵr’s Way, hikers can take in the Welsh countryside – and feel the spirit of legendary medieval leader Owain Glyndŵr © VWB photos / Getty Images

Sep 27, 20237 min read

How to Arrange a Multi-Day Hike on Wales’ Glyndŵr’s Way

Puffin gathering on grassy knoll, Skomer Islan

Aug 25, 20216 min read

Introducing Wales’ Epic National Parks

Nov 30, 20202 min read

The UK's Longest Mountain Bike Trail for Beginners Is Now Open

Climbers on Crib Goch, Snowdon © Kevin Eaves/Shutterstock

Aug 6, 20202 min read

Wales' Highest Mountain Could Start Charging Hikers

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Nov 15, 20192 min read

Wake up on a Double Decker Bus in the Rolling Welsh Countryside

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