Visit Wales Introduces the new Wales Coastal Way to celebrate the Year of the Sea
"Visit Wales sent Craig and Aimee of Kinging-It (Vloggers) on a whistle-stop tour of the Coastal Way, one of three new Wales Ways launched in 2018.
They journeyed from Aberdaron on the Llŷn Peninsula in the north, following the coast all the way to Pembrokeshire and staying in some of our most unusual and magical places "
And yes Top of the Woods 🌲🌳 is one of those magical places!! 🎇🎆🏕⛺.
The Coastal Way - King-It Wales Road Trip!
Day one
Start off in Aberdaron a pretty fishing village on the western tip of the Llŷn Peninsula that sits on a wide sandy beach. To really get away from it all, make the short hop north Porth Iago, a small and secluded bay sheltered by grassy headlands.
Stay. Craig and Aimee stayed in a temporary pop-up hotel from Epic Retreats (epic retreats wales), but there’s plenty of accommodation available in the area, including a caravan and campsite at Porth Iago itself.
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Day two
See. Pay a visit to Portmeirion (portmeirion-village.com), the fantastical Italianate village perched on the banks of Dwyryd estuary built from scratch by visionary architect Clough Williams-Ellis.
Stay. Extend your visit and stay on in Portmeirion. Spend the night in one of the town’s cosy little self-catering cottages or at one of two luxury hotels.
Day three
See. Take one last look at Llŷn. Head to south-facing Porth Neigwl (or Hell’s Mouth), an unspoilt beach popular with surfers and explore the atmospheric ruins of Criccieth Castle, before travelling down the coast to Barmouth. A walk across old wooden railway bridge spanning the estuary mouth is a must-do.
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Day four
See. Go seal spotting at Cwmtydu. Also known as Seal’s Bay, this secluded cove is an important breeding ground for the charismatic marine mammals who thrive in our coastal waters. You won’t be able to access the beach in breeding season, but you’ll still be able to get a good look at all the cute, squishy seal pups.
Stay. Get back to nature in an Eco Boutique Safari Lodge at Top of the Woods, near Boncath, complete with stunning views of the Pembrokeshire National Park.
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Day five
See. Take a wander past candy-coloured buildings on the harbour at Aberaeron, before heading down the coast to New Quay for a dolphin spotting adventure with New Quay Boat Trips.
Stay. All aboard for a night in a converted double-decker bus at the Ceridwen Centre.
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Day six
See. Visit the tranquil seaside town of Newport. Less well known than some of it coastal neighbours, it’s nevertheless home to some great places to eat and drink, plus a mile-long golden sandy beach.
Stay. Caravanning with a difference in a gleaming silver US Airstream trailer at Wildernest.
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Day seven
See. Finish up on the Pembrokeshire coast at Stackpole, a National Trust estate that takes in award-winning sandy beaches like hidden Barafundle Bay, lush wooded valleys, lily ponds packed with wildlife and miles of walking trails.
Stay. Bed down at One Cat Farm, a luxury glamping experience with comfy hammocks, toasty fire-pits and steaming wood-fired baths.
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