Discovering UK Family Holidays
The weakened pound, especially against the Euro, was supposed to be the impetus for many more Britons taking more holidays in the UK, but equally Sterling’s fall is good news for overseas visitors to the UK. Although some figures suggest that it’s the weather that drives the choice of family holiday destination, there’s no doubt that many more people are considering holidaying at home for a number of reasons. Those need not be limited to just cost saving either as there are still some incredible deals to be had on many European and Euro zone destinations, Many potential holiday makers are “rediscovering” the charms, natural beauty and the sheer variety of holiday experiences that the UK has to offer. People over the age of 50 are increasingly spending time away from home during September and October, but these couples still spend the majority of their time holidaying in the UK with most choosing to book an additional break in Europe throughout the year.
The same is true for families who want something that will keep the kids occupied without compromising grown up tastes for scenery, good food and excellent accommodation. Reliability of the weather is the most commonly cited reason for holidaying abroad, but more families are seeking to tailor a holiday to suit their interests and their budget so that their enjoyment is not dependent on hours of unbroken sunshine. Quite a few families seek to do something a little more active than just sunning on a beach. Of all the places in the UK, Wales seems to tick several boxes when it comes to UK family holidays for those wanting to be a bit more active or on a budget. From camping and caravan sites, self catering and Welsh holiday cottages to hostels, Welsh holiday villages, B&Bs and luxury hotels, Wales has a variety of destinations and holiday types to offer, each unique and with an amazing variety in such a short distance.
North Wales offers the visitor an impressive variety of landscapes and experiences including the rugged Isle of Anglesey and the brooding Beaumaris Castle. Snowdonia National Park is the epitome of stunning natural beauty while the youngsters can enjoy the thrill of the Snowdonia Mountain Railway. History buffs can explore Conwy and Caernarfon Castles or the wildlife haven of the Dee estuary. South Wales on the other hand offers radically different experiences with holidays catering for a variety of tastes and activities. From the natural beauty of the green Vale of Neath and the Eastern Valleys to Cardiff and Glamorgan, holidaymakers can explore castles and world class shopping in exciting new waterfront developments in the capital city of Wales or stay in popular Welsh seaside resorts for the archetypical British Seaside holiday.
South Wales holidays are typified by the stunning coast and countryside of Carmarthenshire that includes scenic river valleys and parts of the Brecon Beacons National Park while Cardigan Bay is home some of the UK’s best beaches, excellent surfing and body boarding and is a haven for dolphins and seals.