It doesn’t take a genius to work out that Britain’s road networks are in dire need of an overhaul, crowded at the best of times, grid locked, noisy, smoggy and stressful at the worst. This makes the everyday journey to the office as much of a displeasure as having to go to work itself, bad enough for the average Joe just trying to get to work as quickly as possible but terrible for the enthusiastic motorist! Yes some of us actually enjoy driving, but this is being stunted by the increasingly bad levels of congestions on our highways. continue reading »

It’s that time of year where I start to think about where I want to go on holiday, but I want to be a little bit more careful with my pennies this year. My pound isn’t worth much abroad anymore and flights don’t seem to be quite as reasonable as they used to be. In fact, I’m worried that if I book a flight at all the company will go bust before I’ve even had a chance to get to my destination (take me there first and leave me stranded in the tropics that’s fine!). continue reading »

Tourist are gradually deserting hotels and serviced apartments in favour of a nicer way to enjoy the seaside and have some fun. Seaside cottages bring all the different conveniences with them. Many of the cottages are found close to the seaside, with lots of information on things to do to make your stay a great one. continue reading »

As a dyed-in-the-wool English person, I have to confess a passion for the Welsh and for my trips to Wales. I love the scenic routes when travelling up to the north to meet friends who live in Angelsey. I love the passion of the people and largely hospitable a friendly attitude to me an ‘outsider’, and moreover I love the cuisine that you can find there. continue reading »

Let’s look at some of the fascinating castle architect in this region of the UK. Below are described some of the castles you might not first think about when choosing holidays in Wales.

Powis Castle
The castle was designed and built in the 12th century and followed all of the usual norman rules and guidelines. continue reading »

When your stay is only a short or weekend break, it is important to maximise your time and make the best possible use of it. Day or half day trips are generally the key to obtaining the most out of a short trip to Wales, and as luck would have it, there are plenty of activities on the bill.

I have listed below a selection of activities that awaits a visitor on any short breaks in Wales, or weekend breaks in Wales. continue reading »

If you have been accustomed to travelling to Europe or further afield for your holidays, you may well be interested in a more local setting. Focus your attentions on the west of the UK, to a country with its own specially unique cultural charm.

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 »