Friday, December 23, 2011

Holiday Homes North in Wales


North Wales is one of the most popular holiday destinations within the United Kingdom, due to the unique beauty that the area hosts, as well as the great range of things to do and places to go. If you decide that North Wales is a location that you would love to own a holiday home in, then undoubtedly; you should get one!

If you own a Holiday Home in North Wales it means you have a place to stay that you can call your own and relax whilst you’re in the area enjoying the scenery, attractions and array of activities. Whilst on breaks in the area, you can really relax and take everything you do within your stride and at your own pace, as you can return whenever you wish. Owning a holiday home offers a place to stay all year round enabling you to plan short breaks to surrounding areas and visit the numerous attractions and finding out which are the best places to eat, drink and walk, if you prefer bike riding then you will not be disappointed as there are numerous town and coastal routes offering superb scenery whilst actively building local knowledge of the area.

If your holiday home is located within a popular holiday park, there can be many advantageous opportunities; such as access to onsite facilities, entertainment, swimming pools, barbeques and much more, as well as the fantastic opportunity to meet many new friends who also enjoy the area like you do. Some holiday parks also offer the opportunity to sublet your home whilst you aren’t living there, helping you to get some returns on your property.

North Wales is a fantastic place to visit and own a holiday home due and is a popular destination for families, couples and friends due to the broad range of activities. Anyone who has been would recommend a visit at least, if you have not already; because no matter what you want to do, there is something for everyone in North Wales.

Friday, December 9, 2011

Self Catering Cottages Anglesey

The Isle of Anglesey is a popular tourist location in Wales attracting over two million visitors each year. The island is situation off the west coast of North Wales, close to the Snowdonia mountain range. Anglesey is separated from the mainland by the Menai Straight; but it is connected by two bridges, the Menai Bridge and the Britannia Bridge.

North Wales is full of history, and Anglesey is no expectation. There are many ancient ruins and medieval castles.

The island has many villages and towns, evenly spread out, including Holyhead, Llangefni, Llannerchymedd, Amlwch and Beaumaris. Holyhead is only a couple of miles away from the coasts of Ireland, and ferries leave from the town. Anglesey also featured the village with the longest place name in Britain; Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, which is abbreviated to Llanfairpwll or Lanfair PG by locals.

The entire rural coastline of Anglesey has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which has many beaches, on the east coast mostly between Amlwch and Beaumaris and on the west coast mostly between Ynys Llanddwyn and Rhosneigr. Rhosneigr is a popular spot for water sports such as wind surfing.

The north of Anglesey has more cliffs, but includes many small bays. The well known Anglesey Coastal Path stretches 124 miles (200km) around the island, with tourism being the biggest economic industry on the island.

There are many places to stay in Anglesey including self catering cottages Anglesey, bed and breakfast, hotels and numerous holiday parks. The island makes an ideal location for a peaceful holiday. There are lots of interesting places to visits, including the Anglesey Sea Zoo, which is a local tourist attraction providing an insight at the local marine wildlife. Lobsters, Conger eels, fish and crustaceans are caught around the island and place in display reconstructions of their natural habitat.

Agriculture is also popular on the island, with many different produces being developed, like cheese, wine and even chocolate.