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The Rough Guide to Wales (Rough Guide Travel Guides) (Paperback)

by Mike Parker (Author), Paul Whitfield (Author), Rough Guides (Author)
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  • Paperback: 576 pages
  • Publisher: Rough Guides; 5 edition (25 May 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1843536072
  • ISBN-13: 978-1843536079
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 23,329 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #1 in  Books > Travel & Holiday > Countries & Regions > United Kingdom > Regions > Wales
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From the seaside resort of Llandudno to Cardiff's awesome Millennium Stadium, the Rough Guide to Wales tells you all there is to know about this beautiful and varied country. The 24-page, full-colour section introduces all of Wales' highlights, from the world-famous Valleys and Welsh male voice choirs to the trendy bars of Cardiff Bay and the suprisingly tasteful delight of Welsh Laverbread. In addition, there are two, brand-new, 4-page, full-colour inserts: 'Literary Wales' and 'The Battle for Wales'. The guide includes hundreds of listings of the all the top places to eat, drink and stay, whatever your budget, plus brand-new 'author picks' to highlight the very best. There is plenty of practical advice on outdoor pursuits, including some of the best mountain and coastal walks, and activities from surfing on the Gower to rock-climbing in Snowdonia. The guide takes a detailed look at Wales' history and culture, from the Celts and druids to modern post-devolution politics. The guide comes complete with maps and plans for every region.

About the Author
Mike Parker has had close ties with Wales since buying himself a "Teach Yourself Welsh" book at the age of twelve and is a contributer to the Rough Guide to Britain. Paul Whitfield has had a similarly long-term relationship with Wales and is author of the Rough Guide to Alaska and co-author of Rough Guides to New Zealand and California.

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Your Companion in Wales, 19 Sep 2006
By Mrs. Avril W. Ashworth "wendyash" (Surrey, UK) - See all my reviews
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This is probably the best Rough Guide I've ever used and there have been many!

It really is all you need to find your way round this dazzling country,at least for a first visit.
Wales is surely a land of contrasts but if you make this guide your companion there should be few surprises.
As ever it is very strong on arrival,accommodation and restaurants although we did experience an unpleasant restaurant in Conwy it was for the most part extremely reliable.

The maps of town centres are invaluable and make sure you find time to read the history section before you go.

We spent a week in St Davids and a week in the Conwy valley this month and referred to this book constantly. For example it suggests you visit Bodnant Garden in late aftenoon to get the benefit of the setting sun. That tip alone is worth the price of the book.
Thank you Rough Guide.
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22 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A very honest view of both a beautiful and deprived country., 27 Nov 2000
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Some parts of Wales are simply breath-taking and beautiful. The 'Land of my Fathers'. Yet Wales has been one of the poorest regions of Europe on and off for years. This book combines these opposing qualities with a truely honest account of homely, down-to-earth hospitality with scenery to kill for! Whichever town or village you decide to visit, Rough Guide to Wales is your key to a great visit!
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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars A Little Disappointing, 7 Nov 2008
By Greg Scowen (Zürich, Switzerland) - See all my reviews
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We have now used Rough Guides to travel extensively to many countries, and have typically found there to be no better guide. Unfortunately, the Rough Guide to Wales seems to let the series down a little.

We are fans of getting off the beaten track, and we certainly did that when following this guide. However, some of the destinations we went out of way too (often by hours) just weren't all that the guide left us expecting. Often we would arrive at a muddy field with a mediocre attraction, having expected a spectacular view or ancient monument. We also failed to stay in any accommodation mentioned in the guide, but this was due to lack of availability, albeit out of season. It seems many places in Wales won't accept one-night stays. Forewarning of this would be beneficial.

Typical of Rough Guides, though, the restaurant reviews, and a couple of mentioned attractions were worth visiting. The guide appears to be written by an older person that is particularly keen on the inside of churches, and may not appeal so much to people looking for something a bit more adventurous. For us, this was fine... as history is what draws us on our travels.

In summary, my suggestion to Rough Guide to Wales readers is to not get your hopes up too high based on the guide alone. Wales is a pretty country, and has some interesting corners, but if you have been spoiled with travel in the Swiss Mountains or along beaches in New Zealand... you may be inclined to expect more than Wales has to offer.

But buy the book. We didn't find a better one. And visit Wales... everyone should go there once.
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