North Wales is one of 2017’s top ten best tourist destinations in the world, according to travel experts Lonely Planet.
The experts at Lonely Planet were impressed by the way Wales has transformed its post-industrial landscapes into a variety of world-class attractions, from inland surfing to underground trampolining, and highlighted these with 2016’s Year of Adventure campaign.
Year of Adventure ambassador Richard Parks introduced the campaign in February’s edition of Camping and Caravanning. He said: “It's wonderful to have been recognised in this way by such a prestigious institution as Lonely Planet.
“The outdoors, adventure and sport are such a large part of our culture and economy. I hope this inspires more people to come and visit Wales, and enjoy everything that we have here.”
Alongside World Heritage Sites such as Conwy and Caernarfon Castles, North Wales is home to some of the best walking and cycling in Britain, as well as a range of industry-leading attractions, all set against the spectacular mountain backdrop of Snowdonia.
Ken Skates, Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure, commented: “This is fantastic news for Wales as our Year of Adventure draws to a close.
“North Wales has reinvented itself over recent years and the addition of some cutting edge, world class facilities to match the awe-inspiring scenery has given people compelling reasons to visit the area.”
The Club has three sites in North Wales - Beddgelert, which is a Camping in the Forest site, Llanystumdwy and Bala.