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Get the latest Wales travel news and insider tips - direct from the team at Visit Wales.

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  • An important part of any visit to another country is the chance to meet the local people..... Posted by: Heledd date: 17 April 2008
  • If you're interested in top British gradens, Carmarthenshire is a great place to include in your itinerary. Posted by: Clare Date: 17 April 2008
  • We've had a few questions recently regarding accommodations in Wales that have a story or legend attached to them. Posted by: Laura Date: 17 April 2008
  • Check out the lastest suggestions as listed in The Guardian. Posted by: Rob date: 16 April 2008
  • Wales - the perfect backdrop for a good walk. Packed with interesting landmarks and areas of natural beauty, anyone planning to visit Wales for a walking holiday will be spoilt for choice. Posted by: Tracey Date: 16 April 2008
  • A new traffic-free path for walkers and cylists in the Wye Valley. Posted by: Jo Date: November 29 2007
  • It's one of our national dishes - a thick, chunky soup of meat and vegetables, served with crusty bread and butter and a thick wedge of cheddar cheese! Posted by: Jo Date: November 14 2007
  • Fancy staying in a log cabin, romany caravan or 17th century farmhouse?... Posted by: Mike Date: October 30 2007
  • If you are travelling using your BritRail Pass, remember that you can use the ticket on all Arriva Buses in Wales too! Posted by: Jade Date: October 11 2007
  • A boutique hotel complete with private cinema. Posted by: Judith Date: October 8 2007
  • If you want to experience history without lots of crowds, then head for the town walls at Denbigh. Posted by: Judith Date: October 7 2007
  • Autumn is an extra special time to visit because the valley has an extra dimension with the tree's autumnal colours. Posted by: Judith Date: September 14 2007
  • If you're travelling from Llangollen to Holyhead along the A5, it's worth stopping off at one of the largest organic farms in Wales. Posted by: Mike Date: September 6 2007
  • The sun shone, the wetsuits weren't as bad as I'd expected and it turned out to be one of the funniest things I've done in ages. Posted by: Jo Date: August 17 2007
  • Unusual Tours for Discerning Travellers. Posted by: Jo Date: August 16 2007
  • Daniel Craig visits North Wales. Posted by: Tracey Date: August 14 2007
  • Looking for things to do and what’s on in North Wales? Posted by: Tracey Date: August 13 2007
  • A new woodland walk suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs opens in Betws-y-Coed, North Wales. Posted by: Tracey Date: 7 August 2007
  • Check out the Abergavenny Food Festival from 15 - 16 September. Posted by: Annmarie Date: July 17 2007
  • We've found a new shop in Cardiff Bay devoted to these delicious little cakes. Posted by: Jo Date: July 4 2007
  • For a proper road trip around Wales, how about hiring a motorhome. Posted by: Mike Date: June 28 2007
  • The Observer newspaper recommends scenic retreats in South West Wales. Posted by: Geraint Date: June 11 2007
  • Dolphin and whale watching in South and West Wales - 23rd June to 1st July. Posted by: Mike Date: May 15 2007
  • If you're driving to Wales or hiring a car when you get here, you'll find some great scenic drives in North Wales. Posted by: Annmarie Date: May 14 2007
  • A fantastic barn conversion on a farm in a private valley. Posted by: Neil Date: May 8 2007
  • Last night I went to Mimosa Kitchen & Bar in Cardiff Bay (it’s partly owned by the Welsh actor Ioan Gruffudd!). Posted by: Judith Date: April 27 2007
  • Nash Point is a hidden gem on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Posted by: Claudia Date: April 26 2007
  • Home hosted dinners are a great way to enjoy traditional home cooked Welsh food whilst getting to know the locals. Posted by: Annmarie Date: April 23 2007
  • April 2nd sees smoking banned from public places in Wales. Posted by: Judith Date: April 12 2007
  • If you're thinking of finding out more about your Welsh ancestry on your trip to Wales, visit our homecoming site to get a few hints on where to start your search. Posted by: Jo Date: April 4 2007