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Every country has its own traditions that they like to stick to, especially when it comes to New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and Wales is not shy of showing off its own custom practices. This special occasion only comes around once a year, so why not make this New Year’s the best one yet by following some Welsh traditions whilst visiting Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion or Carmarthenshire? So if any...

There’s plenty going on to entertain everyone this New Year’s Eve in West Wales, so throw on your glad rags and join in the fun! We’ve put together a little round-up below, so wherever you’re staying in Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion or Carmarthenshire you’ll find something to suit.  And if you’ve not planned a stay yet, maybe now is the perfect time!

The Tour de France is well underway and as exciting as ever, filled with nail-biting finishes, epic hills and the most beautiful scenery. If you’ve been watching, we’re sure you’re eager to get out and about on your bike too. So, if you’re planning your next holiday and looking for places to cycle in West Wales, bring along your bike, helmet and cycling kit (or just some comfy clothes and...

Llandeilo and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire are two wonderful market towns. They are filled with beautiful buildings, independent shops and a great range of activities and places to eat. Whether you want to learn fascinating history, get close to nature or see the scenery on horseback, there is plenty to enjoy in this part of West Wales. We’ve put together a list of places to eat, sleep and play in this...

Beautiful Cenarth is known for its Falls - which is no surprise at all! However, it's also perfectly placed between coast and country, with plenty of activities and attractions for you. Check out our Eat/Sleep/Play rundown here:

Happy St David’s Day! In Wales, on 1st March, we celebrate St David (Dewi Sant in Welsh) who was the patron saint of Wales. Born sometime around the start of the sixth century on a cliff-top in Pembrokeshire during a fierce storm. Some believe he lived for more than 100 years and died on 1st March 589. It’s a very patriotic day in Wales and makes us very proud to...

Cawl is a symbol of Wales and in celebration of St David’s Day, we are going to share our special Welsh cawl recipe with you!

Stargazing is a hobby where participants enjoy observing celestial objects in the sky using the unaided eye, binoculars, or telescopes. Wales boasts some of the best places in the world to go stargazing, with a number of Dark Sky Discovery sites and International Dark Sky Reserves. Make the most of clear, frosty skies in winter, or warm evenings of summer to enjoy the light show. Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire are labelled as some of the best spots...

We were delighted to sponsor the ‘Self Catering Accommodation of the Year category at the Carmarthenshire Tourism Awards ceremony. We had a fantastic evening at the Western Diplomat Hotel and Spa. Entertained by The Llanelli Male Choir and treated to a delicious 5-course meal.

Merlin’s Carmarthenshire, or Myrddin, the magician and foreteller of prophecies, has tales about him from across West Wales. Linking him with Arthurian legend and prominent sites in the landscape. There are a variety of sites to visit where you can explore his myths yourself! Gerald of Wales wrote about Merlin in the 12th century, who is thought to have been born in Carmarthen. Another written history is the Black Book...