May 2026

We loved our honeymoon in England, Ireland, and Scotland so we decided to celebrate our 10th anniversary in Wales! Between the castles, quaint towns, scenic hikes, and stunning coastal views, it’s a destination that’s absolutely worth the trip. One tip: rent the smallest car you can find, the roads are incredibly narrow and often bordered by centuries-old stone walls.

Accommodations:

• We stayed at the Coed-Y-Fron bed and breakfast in the charming town of Betws-Y-Coed. The rooms were comfortable and an easy walk to the town’s shops and restaurants. It was also the perfect home base for day trips through Snowdonia and the Isle of Anglesey.

Activities:

• On our way from England to Betws-Y-Coed, we stopped through Conwy to explore Conwy Castle and the town located within the still-standing castle walls.
• We took the historic steam train up Snowdon Mountain, the highest peak in Wales. We were lucky to have a clear day to be able to see pretty epic views of the Welch countryside.
• We hiked the loop trail around Llyn Idwal on our way to the Isle of Anglesey. It’s about a two-hour hike with waterfalls and Mountain View’s along the way.
• On the Isle of Anglesey, we explored Beaumaris Castle, played a quick round of disc golf, and wandered the beaches of Llanddwyn Island.