Wales Holiday Cottages and Apartments
Wales Holiday Cottages and Apartments
Did you know...Wales is home to the world’s longest railway station name?
Holidays in Wales are the perfect choice for families who fancy a getaway somewhere unforgettable, yet who don’t want to travel overseas. The holiday cottages in Wales available from Blue Chip Holidays enable guests to truly experience the best of both worlds - combining the convenience of a family break within easy distance - with locations in a unique and beautiful country. Wales is made up of some of the most impressive natural landscapes in the UK, and the country’s unique sense of identity can’t fail to charm visitors of all ages.
- Wales has three National Parks
- Wales is officially bilingual, and around 20% of the population speak Welsh
- Wordsworth climbed Mount Snowdon and detailed the experience in The Prelude
Wales Tourist Information
Wales, with its rolling mountains, brilliant British countryside and dynamic cities, is an unspoilt and diverse country. The traditional holiday in Wales is the perfect setting to enjoy a getaway in the great outdoors – no matter what your interests. Wales is within two hours’ travelling time from the UK’s major cities, and is well-connected by rail, so it is perfect for family holidays. Cardiff Airport has its own station which connects terminals to Cardiff and Bridgend. With the world's longest station name - Llanfairpwllgwyngyll-gogerychwyrndrobwll-llantysilio-gogogoch - the station sign at Llanfairpwllgwyngyll makes for a unique holiday snap!
With three remarkable National Parks – Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire Coast and Brecon Beacons – Wales offers the perfect location for walking holidays and family days in the countryside. Snowdonia National Park includes Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales, which can be climbed with a guide via several routes.
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Wales Family Attractions
A holiday in a self-catering holiday cottage in Wales will place guests in a country where nature and history flourish at every turn. A varied landscape of beaches, valleys, mountains, forests and Celtic sites is home to all kinds of activities, opportunities and experiences. Wales has hundreds of cycle and walking trails that can be enjoyed by the whole family, and are a popular way to discover the country. The Celtic Trail cycle path stretches for over 370 miles and is largely traffic-free. The award-winning Millennium Coastal Path is another favourite with active visitors!
In addition to its treasured landscapes and views, Wales is home to increasingly vibrant cities, including of course its capital, Cardiff. Cardiff and Swansea are the country’s largest cities and both attract visitors on all kinds of Wales holidays, whether for shopping, nightlife or sports – Wales’ cities more than hold their own amongst Britain’s best.
Click here for more on family attractions in Wales and the history of Wales.
Beach Holidays in Wales
Wales boasts 750 miles of spectacular coastline on three of its sides, and its visitors have their pick of unique beaches and bays to enjoy during beach holidays in Wales. Wales is strewn with award-winning beaches from its north coast to the south, so there is a sandy stretch for every type of getaway! Wales offers some of the best surf in the UK, so why not choose a popular surf spot for your stay?
The Gower Peninsula has some of Wales’ finest beaches and is a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Pembrokeshire is the only coastal National Park in Britain, and its remarkable views and scenery can’t be rivalled. For those who prefer resorts with all the charm of the traditional British seaside - Barry will not disappoint!
Click here for more on beach holidays in Wales.
Did you know...Wales is home to the world’s longest railway station name?
Holidays in Wales are the perfect choice for families who fancy a getaway somewhere unforgettable, yet who don’t want to travel abroad. The holiday cottages in Wales available from Blue Chip Holidays enable guests to truly experience the best of both worlds - combining the convenience of a family break within easy distance - with locations in a unique and beautiful country. Wales is made up of some of the most impressive natural landscapes in the UK, and the country’s unique sense of identity can’t fail to charm visitors of all ages.
· Wales has three National Parks
· Wales is officially bilingual, and around 20% of the population speak Welsh
· Wordsworth climbed Mount Snowdon and detailed the experience in The Prelude
Wales Tourist Information
Wales, with its rolling mountains, brilliant British countryside and dynamic cities, is an unspoilt and diverse country. The traditional holiday in Wales is the perfect setting to enjoy a getaway in the great outdoors – no matter what your interests. Wales is within two hours’ travelling time from the UK’s major cities, and is well-connected by rail, so it is perfect for family holidays. Cardiff Airport has its own station which connects terminals to Cardiff and Bridgend.
With three remarkable National Parks – Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire Coast and Brecon Beacons – Wales offers the perfect location for walking holidays and family days in the countryside. Snowdonia National Park includes Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales, which can be climbed with a guide via several routes.
Wales Family Attractions
A holiday in a self-catering holiday cottage in Wales will place guests in a country where nature and history flourish at every turn. A varied landscape of beaches, valleys, mountains, forests and Celtic sites is home to all kinds of activities, opportunities and experiences. Wales has hundreds of cycle and walking trails that can be enjoyed by the whole family, and are a popular way to discover the country. The Celtic Trail cycle path stretches for over 370 miles and is largely traffic-free. The award-winning Millennium Coastal Path is another favourite with active visitors!
In addition to its treasured landscapes and views, Wales is home to increasingly vibrant cities, including of course its capital, Cardiff. Cardiff and Swansea are the country’s largest cities and both attract visitors on all kinds of Wales holidays, whether for shopping, nightlife or sports – Wales’ cities more than hold their own amongst Britain’s best.
Beach Holidays in Wales
Wales boasts 750 miles of spectacular coastline on three of its sides, and its visitors have their pick of unique beaches and bays to enjoy during beach holidays in Wales. Wales is strewn with award-winning beaches from its north coast to the south, so there is a sandy stretch for every type of getaway! Wales offers some of the best surf in the UK, so why not choose a popular surf spot for your stay?
The Gower Peninsula has some of Wales’ finest beaches and is a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Pembrokeshire is the only coastal National Park in Britain, and its remarkable views and scenery can’t be rivalled. For those who prefer resorts with all the charm of the traditional British seaside - Barry will not disappoint!
