Wales Tourism News
IXORA Hotel & Spa Unveils the Ultimate Getaway Experience
IXORA Hotel & Spa is proud to mark the arrival of a new era in Welsh hospitality. Nestled in the picturesque Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri), IXORA offers a luxurious blend of adventure and relaxation, setting the benchmark for cutting-edge hospitality in the region.
BikePark Wales and Natural Resources Wales Sign New Lease to Rewild Mountain
BikePark Wales, the UK’s premier mountain bike venue, along with Natural Resources Wales announce a stunning plan to transform 400 acres of Welsh mountainside. Natural Resources Wales (NRW), which manages the Welsh Government Woodland Estate, has worked closely with BikePark Wales since its first breaking trail in 2013, but a new lease set to be signed in June 2024 is an unprecedented step forward for both parties.
Proposed Welsh tourism tax could impact UK domestic travel recovery
With Wales proposing the introduction of a tourism tax in autumn 2022, possibly causing travelers to boycott Welsh holidays, this has the potential to disrupt the overall post-pandemic recovery of the UK’s travel industry.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Zip World Tower, south Wales
As the tourism sector reopens in Wales, Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, here visits the new Zip World Tower in Rhigos to find out how the attraction is contributing to the regeneration of the local area
UKHospitality Cymru calls for reopening in Wales
The body argued it is time to lift remaining restrictions on the hospitality industry and give visitors to Wales simple and clear messages about staying safe.
Folly Farm waves flag for sustainability in Wales
Pembrokeshire zoo, Folly Farm, has upgraded its popular outdoor go karts to sustainable, electric models as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.
Llys-y-Frân lake redevelopment comes to fruition
A new outdoor activity centre and waterside cabin is being built to support walkers, cyclists and watersports enthusiasts. It will include a food stop, meeting rooms, changing facilities and cycle hire.
Scotland and Wales remove Greece from quarantine safe list
Quarantine restrictions will be imposed from tomorrow on people travelling from Greece to Scotland, the Scottish government has announced. Welsh authorities confirmed a similar move.
Contiki launches new Wales retreat
A guided constellation walk, free flow yoga, paddle boarding, foraging, crafting and campfire cooking are all highlights of the new Wild Wellness Retreat Wales trip from youth travel expert Contiki.
voco makes European debut with first Wales property
The 142-room hotel sits on Cardiff Bay, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering guests stunning views of the waterfront, including the murmuration of starlings over the water at dusk.
Qatar Airways touches down in Wales for first time
The first Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, touched down earlier at Cardiff Airport, where it was welcomed with a celebratory water cannon salute and greeted by the mayor of the Vale of Glamorgan, Janice Charles.
Qatar Airways signs Wales marketing partnership
In anticipation of the inaugural Qatar Airways flight to Cardiff in May 2018, a marketing partnership agreement has been signed between Welsh government and the airline.