Steven Jones is Senior Tourism Services Officer at Cyngor Gwynedd Council, a Welsh local authority whose not-for-profit Snowdonia Mountains and Coast website provides visitors to Snowdonia with a wealth of useful information about the region, including activities, attractions, history and culture. The site also enables visitors to search an extensive database of Snowdonia accommodation, and to plan their holidays in some of Snowdonia's most popular towns and villages.

One of the most satisfying ways to see Snowdonia's lush and dramatic countryside is by rail. It's more eco-friendly than using a car, and the novelty of riding a narrow gauge steam railway is a deligh...

Southern Snowdonia is awash with history, wildlife and family-friendly attractions. From the towering mountain of Cader Idris to the traditional seaside resort of Barmouth, a visit to Southern Snowdon...

Snowdonia's mountainous terrain and wild coastline are stunning whatever the weather, although some might say the area gets more than its fair share of rain. If you visit Snowdonia on a rainy day you ...

With its romantic landscape of misty mountains, secret caves and mysterious lakes, Wales - and in particular, Snowdonia - has inspired countless generations of poets and storytellers. This is a land o...

The Llyn Peninsula - or Snowdon's Arm - is a beautiful finger of land that stretches out from Snowdonia into the Irish Sea. This dramatic 24-mile stretch of mountainous terrain has been populated for ...

Snowdonia has been described as "the UK's number one activity centre". But there's one village in Snowdonia that seems to have more than its fair share of things to see and do. That village is Llanber...

With its dramatic landscape and mile upon mile of countryside to explore, you could be forgiven for thinking that a holiday in Snowdonia is more attractive to those who enjoy a rugged, active holiday ...

Bangor in North Wales may be one of Britain's smallest cities, but it's got more than its fair share of things to see and do. Whether you visit Bangor for business, a holiday or to attend an event at ...

When you think about Snowdonia, it's likely that one of the first things to pop into your head is "mountains". Which is fair enough - after all, Snowdonia does have a mountain or two. But what you may...

When you visit Snowdonia you'll find there's a wealth of famous landmarks, beauty spots and other attractions to see. But Snowdonia also boasts many less-publicised gems which, if you can afford to ma...

Snowdonia is famous for its spectacular natural features such as mountains, forests, rivers and a 300km coastline. But man has also been making his mark on the region for thousands of years, leaving b...

The bardic arts of song, poetry and storytelling are a strong part of Welsh culture and tradition. And every year in Wales, these arts are celebrated on a grand scale at the National Eisteddfod, a hug...