by Dick Morris
First published 2015
Dick Morris opens his guidebook at Pontypool, camera in hand, ready to reveal Wales beyond the tourist trails. He leads readers through castle ruins at Grosmont and Raglan, up the challenging slopes of Snowdon and Sugar Loaf Mountain, and along the peaceful waters of the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal. Morris faces the challenge every traveler knows: how to find the places that matter most when time is limited. He tackles this problem by curating over one hundred seventy locations, from the medieval stones of Llanthony Priory to the modern attractions of Cardiff Bay. His journey spans from Barry Island's seaside charm to the dramatic heights of Skirrid Mountain, from the academic atmosphere of Hay on Wye to the coastal beauty of Aberystwyth. Morris provides practical website information alongside his personal recommendations, creating a resource that bridges the gap between generic travel advice and local knowledge. The book captures his genuine enthusiasm for Welsh landscapes and hidden corners.
Genres: history, adventure, non-fiction
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: curated-experience, local-knowledge
Setting: Pontypool, Grosmont, Raglan, Snowdon, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Brecon, Monmouthshire Canal, Llanthony Priory, Cardiff Bay, Barry Island, Skirrid Mountain, Hay on Wye, Aberystwyth
110 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform