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Guide to Wales

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Best Time to Visit

The most pleasant weather—and the best regional produce—are found from May to September.

Getting Around

The area is best explored by car. Trains run several times daily from London's Paddington Station to Cardiff (two hours) and Swansea (three hours), where rental cars are available.

While There

Burn off the extra calories by taking advantage of the spectacular walking trails in Wales's national parks. Two of our favorites: the rugged Pembrokeshire Coast National Park (www.pcnpa.org.uk) and Brecon Beacons National Park (www.breconbeacons.org), where you'll find trails that wrap through the mist-clad Black Mountains.

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