Welsh revival: Cardiff sheds rust-belt past for glossy future
Wales is often overshadowed by its neighbors England and Scotland, and South Wales is often passed over for the more dramatic castles and scenery in the north, but in the Cardiff region you'll get a great dose of history and a glimpse of its bright future -- all with a lilting Welsh accent.
IF YOU VISIT...
SLEEPING: Lincoln House Private Hotel has 21 traditionally decorated and neatly maintained rooms (moderate, www.lincolnhotel.co.uk). Riverside B&B is neat as a Welsh pin, with guests gathering around a big breakfast table (budget, www.riversidebandb.co.uk).
EATING: Madame Fromage is a tempting choice for mostly cheese-focused light meals, such as Welsh rarebit (moderate, 21 Castle Arcade, tel. 029/2064-4888). Tight and cozy Café Citta serves authentically delicious Italian food (moderate, 4 Church Street, tel. 029/2022-4040).
GETTING AROUND: Cardiff is walkable so the only public transit you'll need is a bus or boat ride from downtown to the port; see www.cardiffbus.com or www.cardiffboat.com.
TOURIST INFORMATION: www.visitcardiff.com.
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(Rick Steves (www.ricksteves.com) writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio. Email him at rick@ricksteves.com and follow his blog on Facebook.)
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