Welsh travel and lifestyle inspiration.https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/best-hikes-in-wales/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/best-hikes-in-wales/From coastal paths to mountain ridges, these are the best hikes in Wales for big views, quiet moments, and unforgettable days outdoors.Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/brecon-beacons-best-places-to-eat/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/brecon-beacons-best-places-to-eat/From standout country pubs to relaxed favourites, these are the best places to eat near the Brecon Beacons, ranked by genuine local love and visitor praise.Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-bay-barrage-walk/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-bay-barrage-walk/A flat, breezy walk across Cardiff Bay Barrage with sea views, coffee stops, and sunset calm, ideal for locals and visitors who want an easy reset.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-city-centre-parking-guide/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-city-centre-parking-guide/From easy multi-storeys to lesser-known car parks, these Cardiff city centre parking spots make visiting the capital simpler and calmer.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-bay-parking-guide/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-bay-parking-guide/Cardiff Bay parking made simple: the new Mermaid Quay multi-storey, the Red Dragon Centre's free-parking trick, the overflow options, and what to do on event days.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cwmorthin-quarry-walk/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cwmorthin-quarry-walk/Slate pools, hushed paths and a cinematic calm — Cwmorthin Quarry near Blaenau Ffestiniog is having a low-key moment among walkers and photographers.Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/dog-friendly-beaches-wales/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/dog-friendly-beaches-wales/Dog-friendly beaches in Wales, without the guesswork — how seasonal bans work, which classic beaches welcome dogs all year, and how to check before you drive.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-castle-city-centre/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/cardiff-castle-city-centre/From Roman roots to Victorian fantasy, Cardiff Castle anchors the city centre as a history-rich visit for locals and first-time visitors in Cardiff.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/four-waterfalls-walk-parking-guide/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/four-waterfalls-walk-parking-guide/Where to park for the Four Waterfalls Walk, how long it really takes, and what to know before you walk behind Sgwd yr Eira — minus the chaos.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/gareth-bale-elevens-pub-cardiff/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/gareth-bale-elevens-pub-cardiff/Opposite Cardiff Castle, Elevens is a modern sports bar with big screens, Gareth Bale memorabilia, and easy food for match days and city lunches.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/rainy-day-cardiff/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/rainy-day-cardiff/A rainy day in Cardiff, sorted — free museums, Victorian arcades, castle interiors and market food that make the weather beside the point, not a write-off.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/pen-y-fan-quiet-route/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/pen-y-fan-quiet-route/How to climb Pen y Fan the quiet way — the routes and car parks that dodge the crowds, what parking really costs, and when to arrive before the rush.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/skomer-puffins-booking/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/skomer-puffins-booking/Skomer puffin trips sell out fast — how the booking actually works, when tickets go on sale, the one licensed boat operator, and the season window to aim for.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/surfing-wales-coast/https://www.cymtravel.co.uk/articles/surfing-wales-coast/From wild Atlantic swells to welcoming beach towns, surfing in Wales offers a laid-back alternative to crowded surf scenes elsewhere.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT