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Wales Holiday Area Map
Cardiff is the capital and gateway to Wales, where you will find a variety of holiday opportunities. Using Cardiff as your base, you can explore the contrasts of Wales. Starting from the South, the areas of Wales and their special character are listed below.
South East Wales
(Areas 10, 11, 12, 13 on the map)
For more information on South East Wales
click here.
Swansea Bay, Mumbles, Gower, Afan and the Vale of Neath
(Area 9 on the map)
Unwind in the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, relax on award-winning beaches, explore unspoilt countryside. Some of the UK’s best locations for walking, cycling, watersports and golf, together with Swansea, Wales’s vibrant maritime city by the sea.
T +44 (0)1792 468 321 E tourism@swansea.gov.uk
www.visitswanseabay.com
Carmarthenshire – the Garden of Wales
(Area 8 on the map)
Find out what inspired Dylan Thomas at his Boathouse. Visit our traditional market towns, some dating back to Roman times. Cycle or walk the 12½-mile Millennium Coast Park, or sample many other outdoor activities, including pony trekking, golf and watersports.
T +44 (0)1267 231 557 E tourism@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
http://www.visitcarmarthenshire.co.uk/
Pembrokeshire
(Area 7 on the map)
Choose between lively Tenby and Saundersfoot or peaceful St Davids and Newport. No other county in the UK has more Blue Flag Award beaches, all set in the magnificent Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Perfect for outdoor activities or just relaxing.
T +44 (0)8705 103 103 E tourism@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
www.visitpembrokeshire.com
Ceredigion – Cardigan Bay
(Area 6 on the map)
Some of the UK’s finest coast and countryside. Holiday areas include Aberporth, Tresaith, Llangrannog, New Quay, Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, Borth, Cardigan, the Teifi Estuary and Valley, Devil’s Bridge and Cambrian Mountains. Popular pursuits include mountain biking, cycling, walking, sailing and angling.
Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons
(Area 5 on the map)
The green, peaceful heartlands of Wales have something for everyone – outstanding scenery, activities, outdoor adventure, culture and history. Stay at charming country towns and villages, enjoy good food and a warm welcome from an inviting range of accommodation.
Snowdonia Mountains and Coast/Eryri Mynyddoedd a Môr
(Area 4 on the map)
An exciting destination that includes the Snowdonia National Park, Llŷn Peninsula and Cambrian Coastline. A wide choice of quality accommodation, attractions and activities – castles, narrow-gauge railways, golf, cycling, walking, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Heritage Coast.
The North Wales Borderlands
(Area 3 on the map)
A wonderfully diverse area – the mountains and valleys around Llangollen, the rolling countryside of Wrexham, the beautiful Vale of Clwyd, the wildlife haven of the Dee Estuary. You’ll find a wealth of history and a wide range of activities.
T +44 (0)1352 759 331 E mold@nwtic.com
www.borderlands.co.uk
Llandudno, Colwyn Bay, Rhyl and Prestatyn
(Area 2 on the map)
Four great coastal resorts with award-winning beaches, first-class entertainment and top indoor and outdoor attractions, all within easy reach of Snowdonia. Enjoy relaxing Llandudno/Colwyn Bay or Rhyl/Prestatyn for that fun-filled family vacation. Wide choice of great-value quality accommodation. For Llandudno/Colwyn Bay:
T+44 (0)1492 876 413 / 530 478 E llandudnotic@conwy.gov.uk /colwynbaytic@conwy.gov.uk
http://www.visitllandudno.org.uk/ www.visitcolwynbay.org.ukFor Rhyl/Prestatyn: T +44 (0)1745 344 515 / 355 068 E rhyl.tic@denbighshire.gov.uk
The Isle of Anglesey
(Area 1 on the map)
Endless beaches, excellent food, and great fun! Come and experience for yourself the best-kept secret in the British Isles. Families, couples and individuals have rated us time and time again as their number one short break destination.
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Activities for all
Wales is the UK’s activity capital. To find out more take a look at the websites below.
Adventure Wales
Everything from climbing to kayaking, caving to white-water rafting, all between two covers.
www.adventure.visitwales.com
Cycling Wales
Varied routes for enthusiasts and family cyclists on scenic, peaceful roads from 11 specially chosen Cycle Break destinations, plus details of long-distance trails.
www.cycling.visitwales.com
Fishing
Wales’s 750-mile coastline and countless rivers and lakes all add up to a paradise for sea, game and coarse fishing.
www.fishing.visitwales.com
Golf Wales
The secret’s out! More and more players are discovering and thoroughly enjoying 'Golf as it should be' in Wales.
Mountain Biking
Wales is now regarded as one of the world’s top mountain biking destinations. Find out why with this handy pocket guide.
www.mbwales.com
Walking Wales
Walking is Britain’s most popular leisure activity and Wales, with its wonderfully varied landscapes, is the best place in which to enjoy it.
www.walking.visitwales.com
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