travel advice on Wales

[dbskyler]

I am trying to decide some things about an upcoming trip to Europe, especially in regard to Wales. Since I am fortunate enough to have people on my flist who've actually been there, plus others who if nothing else live a lot closer to Wales than I do and might have heard some useful information, I thought I'd go ahead and ask for advice here.

I (currently) don't have much time blocked out for Wales -- just 3-4 days. I am thinking of starting off in Cardiff, then going to Chester (which isn't in Wales, I know), and then using Chester as a base to see Conwy. So basically, I'd be dipping a toe into South Wales and then dipping another toe into North Wales, which seems pretty much all I can accomplish given the short amount of time.

Anyone have any advice on this? Any alternative suggestions of "oh no, you must do this" instead? Keep in mind that I am trying to avoid having to rent a car, and am looking at primarily traveling by train (although coach would be acceptable, too).

Comments

[dbskyler.livejournal.com]

Okay, you've got me looking into Aberystwyth (I'm going to have trouble pronouncing these placenames, aren't I?). Apparently the train ride from Shrewsbury is one of the most scenic in all of Britain. Hmm.

Probably your sensible thing to do is just wander around Cardiff bay with an umbrella looking for people filming DW

LOL. Yes, that could work.

[persiflage-1.livejournal.com]

You can call it 'Aber' - everyone does!