Lady in Wales
The English love the underdog. They cheer for whomever is losing a sporting event and they favor whichever artist is ranked number two. I’m not English, but when in ‘Rome’, you gotta love the underdog....
View ArticleLady in Llandudno
As my train trundles west along the north Wales coastline, I am in awe of the landscapes. On one side is the beach, rife with holidaymakers, beach umbrellas, and children running with buckets and...
View ArticleLady Goes to the Rugby
I just applied for UK citizenship. Exciting as it is to almost be a (naturalized) Brit, I also feel like I should be a bit more…well…British. As such, I’m getting involved in the things people here...
View ArticleLady’s Winter Weekend in Wales
A few months ago I published a post on the A Lady in London blog about the best time to visit London. In it, I was a bit unfair to poor February. I wrote that it wasn’t a great month to be in the UK,...
View ArticleLady’s 5 Places You Have to See on a Day Trip to the Gower Peninsula in Wales
It’s sunny in Wales. Despite a rainy forecast, I’ve lucked out with gorgeous weather. And it’s a good thing, because I’m heading off to the Gower Peninsula for a day trip along the southern coast....
View ArticleLady’s Guide to Hiking Pen y Fan, the Highest Peak in South Wales
The best things about my home town in California are the hiking trails within a minute’s walk of my front door. They’re the things I miss most now that I’m a city dweller. But thankfully I don’t have...
View ArticleLady at the Abergavenny Food Festival in Wales
I always enjoy traveling, but when there’s food involved I love it. Food festivals are some of my favorite excuses to hop on a plane or train and immerse myself in local culinary culture. Which is why...
View ArticleLady’s 5 Weekend Breaks You Have to Take in Wales
It’s summer, and if you’re like me you’re itching for a weekend getaway or two. While I usually look to Europe for my shorter trips, I’ve learned over the years that the UK has as much to offer as the...
View ArticleLady’s 7 Places that Will Make You Want to Take a Road Trip in North Wales
My great British road trip has started strong with stops in some of England’s most beautiful destinations. But after a week on the road, it’s time to head to Wales. I’ve spent time in the Brecon...
View ArticleLady’s Guide to 2 Beautiful Days in Anglesey, Wales
My great British road trip has brought me to North Wales. One of the highlights of my time here is spending 2 Days in Anglesey. I’ve been intrigued by this glittering isle in the Irish Sea since Prince...
View ArticleLady’s 2 Magical Days in Portmeirion, Wales
I’ve wanted to travel to Portmeirion since before I moved to London. I read an article about this fairy-tale land in North Wales, and it sparked my imagination. But 10 years on, I’ve never managed to...
View ArticleLady’s 7 Amazing Castles You Have to Visit in Wales
There’s nothing like a good castle to get me excited about traveling. Which is perfect, because my great British road trip has put me in the way of a lot of them. And they happen to be in Wales. So...
View ArticleLady’s Great British Road Trip Itinerary
My great British road trip has come to an end, but my enthusiasm for traveling around England and Wales has only gotten stronger since I returned home. If you’re as excited as I am and want some...
View ArticleLady’s Guide to Things to Do in the Wye Valley
Today I want to bring you my guide to Britain’s Wye Valley. One of the things I love about living in London is that there are so many weekend trips in the UK I can take. Which is why I’m excited to be...
View ArticleLady’s 7 Inspiring Films Set in Wales
Today I want to bring you my top picks for films set in Wales. I’ve written about films set in London, England, and Scotland, so I want to continue the theme with A Lady in London’s recommendations for...
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