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Clubbing And Night Life In Dubai

Saturday, June 26th, 2010

There is no doubt that Dubai is one of the most incredible destinations to travel to. With world class attractions such as Burj Al Khalifa (World’s tallest man made structure), Burj Al Arab (World’s tallest Hotel), The Palm (Man made islands) and so much more, you really need a good two weeks minimum to experience this city. In all this hoopla, Dubai’s nightlife has been somewhat forgotten, but boy does it exist!

They say that if you are standing in a spot somewhere in daytime in Dubai, you wouldn’t be able to recognize the same place after dark. The city literally transforms under the lights every single day. Its packed with world class and very unique exotic restaurants, giant malls and not to mention the top quality clubs that have seemed to take over the nightlife.

However, to play on the safe side, don’t forget that it is a Muslim country and yes they are strict about their alcohol (Especially if you are drinking outside of a bar or club). As longest your are following the rules, you’ll be alright. Some common things to remember when going to a club is your passport for identification, you must be over 21 and the clubs and bars close at three in the morning.

Regrettably, there are no after hours drinking venues but that just works out fine most times. Cover charge or entry is usually around $30 dollars give and take but well worth the experience. You’ve probably heard this in your own country but drinking and driving is not a good idea and actually the ‘kiss of death’ in Dubai. No you won’t get the death penalty, but you will be fined about $15,000, one month in jail than straight deportation. Yes that is harsh indeed so try to avoid drinking and driving or drinking outside the designated areas at all costs.

Dubai is the most liberal Muslim city in the world and just like its nightlife, its growing fast. From the most expensive to the local favorites, Dubai nightlife offers a very unique experience to any visitor.

Dubai is a great place to visit and the perfect destination for the night life lover. Don’t forget to visit Dubai Clubs and hope you enjoy Clubbing in Dubai.

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Doolin Hotels - Three Great Hotels Worth Visiting In Ireland

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Doolin hotels have endeavored to compete with the larger hotels that are now becoming the norm in the west of Ireland. The three hotels short-listed here represent some of the best accommodation in the area with splendid view and great food to savor.

The 19 room Aran View House Hotel is possibly the most recognizable hotels in the village as its hilltop location makes it visible all over town. The hotel’s perched location also gives it the best views out to the Aran Islands, from which the hotel took its name.

As befits a genuine Georgian country house, the guest rooms are spacious with high ceilings and the recent renovations have raised the standard of the en-suites to a more contemporary style and quality. The hotel restaurant has a superb menu of Irish dishes, with a-la-carte options, and the family-friendly bar hosts traditional music sessions in summer to entertain the guests.

Within a short walk of Doolin village the Ballyvara Guest House Hotel is a modern build hotel which has a great mix of rooms including twin, double, family rooms, luxury suites and studio apartments.

The room facilities and furnishings are modern in all rooms. The luxury suites have more space, a king size bed and a spa bath as standard. The adjoining studio apartments are self-contained with an open plan design that includes a kitchen and dining area.

Finally, the Tir Gan Ean House Hotel is quite unique in its Celtic architecture and interior design. The hotel could almost be termed as a boutique hotel thanks to the 12 high-tech guest rooms that each feature plasma TVs, air-conditioning and ultra modern en-suites.

The hotel’s own restaurant and bar has a good mix of Irish and European style dishes available. In the mornings, the breakfast buffet is also surprising given the huge range of choices on offer with everything from scrambled eggs with salmon to pancakes and maple syrup (a breakfast rarity in Irish terms).

In many Doolin hotels and guest houses, visitors can expect to experience a warm friendly welcome along with some spectacular scenic views. This brief list brings a small selection of the hotels in Doolin that are rightly popular for providing comfort and modern amenities against the back-drop of this lovely Irish town.

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Doolin Hotels, Restaurants And Pub Menus - Four Recommend Places For Seafood Lovers

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

The days when the perception of Irish cuisine consisting purely of potatoes can now be finally put to rest. Any visitor to Ireland’s main cities will of course be aware of the numerous bars, cafes and slew of dining options covering every conceivable type of cuisine on the planet.

What will surprise many tourists is the rise in good quality dining out options in the smaller villages around Ireland. While the capital city & larger towns have the volume of customers to warrant better menus, it is the smaller villages that have better access to high quality local produce in seafood, vegetables, herbs and meat products.

One town of particular note, in gastronomic terms, is Doolin in the west of Ireland. For many years, visitors were only in Doolin for the traditional music sessions or to get the ferry over to the Aran Islands. But nowadays, Doolin hotels, pubs and restaurant are raising the standard of dining for the entire region.

For seafood lovers, Cullinan’s Guesthouse and Restaurant in the village provides a memorable dining experience with a great selection of dishes making the most of the locally caught seafood. The service is professional and the owners have added some special touches, such as choosing dessert wines to complement your desserts, which you would not find in many restaurants of the region.

For those who enjoy fine dining in historic buildings with sea views then the Ballinalacken Castle just outside of town will probably be a highlight of any visit to Ireland. This 15th century castle has its own hotel restaurant with views across the sea to the larger town of Galway. The menu makes the best use of prawns, scallops and salmon from the Atlantic in classic French cuisine dishes. Carnivores will be happy to hear that the menu also provides exceptional lamb and organic beef dishes.

If you are unsure of what type of dining option you and the family wish to take then a visit to the Aran View House Hotel just north of Doolin village has plenty of options. The completely informal option is to take the bar menu and enjoy the views out to the Aran Islands. Note this is a hotel bar so is definitely family friendly. The adjoining restaurant also caters for standard and a-la-carte dining options for a proper sit down dinner.

Any visitor to Doolin should not however miss out on hearing some of the best traditional music sessions that this town is famous for. The best places to experience this is in the two main bars on the main street, McGann’s and O’Connor’s pubs. Both also provide regular hearty pub fare with the local seafood chowder being a firm favorite along with the obligator Irish stew.

So you see, the variety of dining options in this Irish village can prove to be a welcome surprise for exhausted visitors following the traditional tourist trail along the west coast of Ireland and goes to prove Ireland’s burgeoning gastronomic skills are not merely limited to the capital and larger towns.

For more information about restaurants, entertainment and hotels in Doolin visit our website at http://doolinhotelsguide.com/doolin-ireland-information

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Five Best Hotels In Doolin Ireland

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

The choice of Doolin hotels and guest houses that are available is surprising given that this part of County Clare is a not one of the focal points for the regular tourist trail. That said the following five hotels would make a great location from which to take day-trips along the coast.

The town of Doolin has long been a destination point for tourists either heading over to the Aran Islands (on the Doolin ferry) or there to enjoy the traditional music that is played in Doolin’s bars. In either case, the following hotels are certainly worth the visit while in this part of County Clare.

Aran View House Hotel: The largest hotel in Doolin with 19 rooms. This 3 star hotel is perched on the coast road out of town with wonderful views out to sea and the Aran Islands (hence the hotel name). The rooms are large due to this being a former country manor and the hotel’s restaurant and bar offer the biggest variety of menu and entertainment in town.

Ballyvara: This modern 4-star guest house has some of the most contemporary decor and room facilities this close to town. There is a variety of room styles available, including family rooms with balconies and even 2 open plan studios with its own kitchenette.

Tir Gan Ean Hotel: This newly built 4-star hotel boasts 12 contemporary styled rooms with just about every modern amenity you would hope for (plasma TV, under floor heating, queen size beds, etc.).

Gregan Castle Hotel: Traveling further out of town, this 2010 winner of the Country House of the Year award is set within a beautiful country garden with views out across the Burren. Food lovers will also savor the hotel’s restaurant menu, which won the Food & Wine magazine award for 6th best restaurant in all of Ireland.

Logues Liscannor: Heading further afield (slightly) the Logues hotel is a pleasant option when visiting this picturesque fishing village. Rooms have great views of the bay and the hotel bistro restaurant and bar have a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

Choosing to stay at any of the hotels in Doolin and the surrounding area offers a great location for exploring the wonderful countryside of this unspoilt corner of Ireland.

Discover Doolin Ireland for yourself. For more information visit the Doolin Hotels Guide website.

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Doolin Hotels - Three Accommodation Gems In The Irish Countryside

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Doolin in Ireland is one of the last remaining areas in the country to have retained some of the old charm feel of a traditional Irish village with its colorful village cottages and narrow country lanes.

Most visitors to the region are understandably drawn to the likes of the Ring of Kerry (a scenic coastal drive), kissing the stone at the Blarney Castle and perhaps even Funghi the dolphin in Dingle Bay.

Great as these locations are, it would be a real shame to miss a visit to Doolin town in County Clare as it will be the destination which you will wish to return to, the town where you can get to see traditional Irish music played nightly, the town with a selection of accommodation choices with awe inspiring views of the emerald green Irish countryside and sea views of the Aran Islands sitting out in the Atlantic.

Doolin hotels and guesthouses have in recent decades come to the fore and really started to challenge the bigger towns with their high quality lodgings. The first hotel of note would have to be the Aran View House Hotel just outside the village which boasts some of the best views out to the Aran Islands and of the surrounding countryside.

Each of the 19 rooms in this hotel are big and spacious with great views. Those wishing for a variety of dining options will be tempted by this hotels restaurant with both standard and a-la-carte menus. Those seeking wholesome food in an informal setting can also partake of the pub menu on offer too.

If you are seeking something more tranquil and just that little bit extra special then a stay at the Ballinalacken Castle Country House comes highly recommended for its hill top setting with views of Galway Bay and its lush grounds.

The hotel sits alongside the castle (from which the hotel took its name) on a cliff top a few kilometers north of Doolin village. The 15th century castle forms a backdrop to the hotel with has been sympathetically designed inside and out with tasteful elegant decor throughout. Rooms are bright and spacious.

The friendly and knowledgeable staff can advise on the best walks and sights to see in the surrounding grounds and the adjoining Burren Way walk. Alternatively, if you just wish to enjoy reading a good book, then there are plenty of cozy communal areas in the hotel are most welcoming.

One final accommodation recommendation would be the Roadford House guest-house. Some might term this 6 room guesthouse as being almost a boutique hotel and it certainly has the quirky modern feel that some would enjoy. The adjoining restaurant serves award winning food and is noted in the area for its spectacular range of dishes.

For more information about restaurants, entertainment and hotels in Doolin visit our website at http://doolinhotelsguide.com/doolin-ireland-information

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Fun Settings For The First Date

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

So you have met someone and now you are going to plan a first date with him or her? Well, it is very important to carefully consider what that date will consist of to ensure that it is a great one rather than one that just ends before it really even got started. Keep in mind exactly how you met that person as well as the length of time you have known one another.

Lots of people will put so much thought into deciding where that first date is going to take place at. After all, that is essentially what will set the tone for evening.

Going with a place or event that is geared towards fun is pretty important, since you will be able to relax and be yourself around your date.

Here are a few ideas that might help to break the ice really effectively. Consider any one of these if you have a big night coming up and you’re stressing over what to do.

One fun idea is to go to a live event. Whether it’s something like a comedy club or a coffee shop with live music, you might not be able to talk much while you’re there, but you’ll have plenty to discuss once it’s done.

Your date will see that you are someone who likes to have fun and go to different events that he or she might not get to very often.

Secondly, make plans to go and play miniature golf together. This game is lots of fun with ample opportunity for conversing with each other as there will not be a lot of noise going on.

Third, you could plan to have a nice picnic in the park where you and your date can have a relaxing time sharing a tasty meal together outside in the fresh air and warm sunshine. This should make both of you comfortable enough to openly communicate a lot and your date is going to think highly of you.

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Tango It Takes More More Than Two

Friday, October 16th, 2009

When I was asked by e.mail last October if I wanted to go to Buenos Aires in November for three weeks to learn how to tango dance, I replied “Yes” and hit “Send.” Never gave it a thought as to what I was getting myself in to. Now, a month after returning, I am still running scenes and people, dance steps and dance halls through my mind’s eye and enjoying every moment all over again. Let me share with you what I learned, not only about tango dancing, but about me as well.

Incredibly, he understood my Spanish and I understood some of his Spanish. He was to become my teacher for three weeks. When he carried my bags up the stairs in a very old Italian family tenement building, I felt like I was entering another world. My destination in Buenos Aires was La Casa de Maria Tango (mariatango@hotmail.com), a complete home away from home. From the moment I stepped off the plane and Luis Maldonado greeted me, I knew I was in good hands.

I knew I was “home.” My room was called Mano a Mano (hand to hand) and the photo gives you an idea of the height of the room. Maria Teresa, the owner and manager, was there to greet me. When I walked into the kitchen that first day there were four people sitting at the table drinking mate and having a good laugh together.

I was afraid of falling, of hurting myself, of looking stupid, or forgetting what I had just learned…my mind was quite busy. My classes started the second day and that’s when I learned that learning to dance the tango brings all doubts about yourself right up into your face. These doubts laugh as you try to twist on 3″ heels and say “What made you think you could do it, huh?” or “Aren’t you a little old to be starting this tango stuff?” Luis would tell me in Spanish to stop thinking because he could feel when I was in my head, which, in the beginning, was often.

They both smiled and told me this happens to everyone at first. They also explained to me that some men simply could not learn to lead. I decided that was his problem and kept trying. Over the weeks I grew up a whole lot and I also learned to say nothing when I goofed-just part of the dance! On the fourth day another student joined me in class who had been dancing tango for several years. I fell and stumbled, stepped on his toes and lost all sense of me. When he criticized me for my ineptness, I regressed to 5 years old and ran from the room crying my eyes out to Ute and Maria.

Not for me. However, I managed up to two milongas a day and did better than many younger than me. Books are available listing the hundreds of milongas going on at any point in time in Buenos Aires. Over the three weeks, my schedule became a routine-swim at 10 a.m. in a nearby pool, Spanish lesson at 11, tango class at 1 and the first milonga (dance) at 4. These milongas go from 4 to 7 p.m. or so, then another starts at 8 and will go to midnight and then there is usually another on the weekends from 12 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.!!

The first time I went to a milonga, I was so excited. I got dressed up to the nine’s, put on my new 3″ heeled NeoTango dancing shoes and went off to a famous milonga called Salon Canning. You can go alone or with others, it makes no difference. The culture is quite set. Couples sit at each end of the room. Single women go to the right side of the room usually where tables are set up and drinks will be served. The men go to the other side of the room. And then the game begins. The men must ask first, which didn’t sit well with my “liberated American” ideas, but I came to honor why it goes that way. They usually ask you by nodding their head, lifting an eyebrow or giving a broad smile your way. You then decide. Do I want to dance with him? If yes, you nod back. If no, you look away. No offense. No problem. Free choice. My first milonga I didn’t get asked once because I looked and acted like a beginner. The next time I changed my style and was asked to dance five times!

Tango is about letting go for the woman and about being in charge for the man. I like that division of labor. I also liked feeling like a beautiful lady and being told so by dance partners, taxi drivers, and others. Once a man has made an agreement with a woman, he walks over to her and puts his hand out for her to take. You both walk to the middle of the room and he puts his arms out and you fit yourself into them…left hand very relaxed over his right shoulder and right hand firmly in his left. The music begins, you wait until he starts and then off you go counterclockwise, lifting your legs, doing ochos (complicated step) and generally trying to “feel” what he is telling you with his body. After several days of this routine I started to enjoy letting go, letting him lead and take care of me, and breathing fully.

In summary, it takes more than two to tango-the music, the hall, the customs, the costumes, the sensuality (about which you have to do nothing except enjoy while you’re dancing), and the pure joy of swinging around a room feeling like you are the most elegant woman on the floor and you have life by the…tail. Buenos Aires here I come again…soon!!! Now if I can just find a milonga near St. Pete Beach…

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Night Life in Marin County - Live Music is on Tap Every Night of the Week

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009
by David DuPont

There are a number of places in Marin County where you can eat dinner, have drinks and hear live music, and in some cases, youll have to eat dinner before going, but get ready. Live music is alive and well in Marin County! In fact, quite a few towns have more than one place thats their claim to fame. Fairfax is perhaps best known for its line up of nightclubs on Broadway, including their 19 Broadway, The Sleeping Lady and Peris Silver Dollar. These places rock almost every night of the week.

For the slightly more sedate among us, theres the City of Sausalito, which features at least three great places with live music. These include the Saylors, which used to be Sailors Landing; and Taste of Rome, which used to be Cafe Trieste and No Name Bar, which jumps with live music every night of the week;. Both Saylors and Taste of Rome feature live music on the weekends.

The following are listings of Marin Venues with live music.

Bolinas

Smileys Schooner Saloon, 41 Wharf Road, Bolinas, Tel: (415) 868-1311. Full menu and bar. Bands every night of the week, including reggae. Web: coastalpost.com.

Fairfax

The Sleeping Lady, 23 Broadway, Fairfax, Tel: (415) 485-1182. Live music nightly. Web: sleepingladyfairfax.com.

Peris Silver Dollar, 29 Broadway, Fairfax, Tel: (415) 459-9910. Features virtually every kind of music, except hip hop and reggae, nightly. Monday is open mike night.

Nineteen Broadway, 19 Broadway, Fairfax, Tel: (415) 459-1091. Full bar. This place bills itself as “the hottest nightclub in the North Bay.” Live music most nights ” jazz, blues and rock.

Mill Valley

The legendary Sweetwater, New Address: 32 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, Tel: (415) 388-2820. Music is featured nightly. Note: As of this writing, the new and improved Sweetwater is still under construction.

Nicasio

Rancho Nicasio, Well-known entertainment venue with restaurant. Music like Zydeco, blues, rock, rockabilly, jazz and more. Town Square, Nicasio, Tel: (415) 662-2219.

Point Reyes Station

Station House Cafe, Main Street, Point Reyes Station, Tel: (415) 663-1515. A full menu and bar are featured. There is music on Sunday nights such as Folk and Americana.

San Rafael

Fourth Street Tavern, full bar. Live music most nights. Eclectic, many kinds of music. 711 Fourth St., San Rafael, Tel: (415) 454-4044.

Panama Hotel, 4 Bayview St., San Rafael, Tel: (415) 457-3993. Live Jazz music and restaurant, Bed & Breakfast in San Rafael. Full menu and bar. Music Tuesday and Thursday and every other Wednesday.

Petes 881, 721 Lincoln Ave., San Rafael, Tel: (415) 453-5888. Ask for Randy. Full menu and bar. Jazz band every other Tuesday.

Sausalito

No Name Bar, 757 Bridgeway, Sausalito, Tel: (415) 332-1392. There’s a small jazz band 5 nights a week, Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Saylor’s (was Sailor’s Landing) Restaurant & Bar, Friday and Saturday - light music, including soft jazz, blues. 2009 Bridgeway, Sausalito, Tel: (415) 332- 1512.

Taste of Rome, Italian food, coffee and tea. Music Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Jazz and other types of music. 1000 Bridgeway, Sausalito, Tel: (415) 332- 7660.

Because these listings change with time, its crucial to telephone the club or restaurant to verify this information.

About the Author:
David DuPont is a principal with The DuPont Group, a residential real estate company in Marin County, California specializing in Marin County real estate and Sausalito,CA homes for sale. David is a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and has consulted more than 50 individuals and families in buying and selling real estate in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Attractions in Llandudno

Friday, August 21st, 2009
by Samia Jones

As North Wales best tourist resort Llandudno has many great attractions suitable for all ages. For the younger generation there’s skiing on the Great Orme, ten pin bowling, a visit to the cinema, and a host of bars and cafes to relax in. For the children a visit to Llandudno beach is a fantastic day out or enjoy an exciting ride in the longest cable car ride in Britain to the Great Orme summit. For the older generation sit back and relax on Llandudno’s beautiful promenade, enjoy tea and scones at Badger’s Tea Rooms in the Victoria precinct, or take advantage of North Wales best shopping facilities at Parc Llandudno.

Curving between two spectacular headlands known as The Great and Little Ormes Llandudno promenade is a great place to sit and relax. The promenade is lined with Victorian hotels and the character has been carefully preserved by the town council over the decades. None of the usual tourist shops line the promenade and amusement arcades have been banished as well. All this creates a truly terriffic and picturesque location where you can enjoy Llandudno’s beautiful bay.

Llandudno’s Victorian pier is well over one hundred years old and is a scenic walk offering excellent views of Llandudno and the Great Orme. The pier itself has plenty of things to do for children with amusement arcades and rides and a small number of stalls are dotted along the pier selling a variety of tourist items. You can enjoy panoramic views of Llandudno’s promenade from the pier and also get a good view of Happy Valley and the start of the cable car ride.

Llandudno cable car is Britain’s longest cable car ride and takes you from the bottom of the Great Orme at Happy Valley to the summit over 600 feet above sea level. You can easily fit a family of two adults and two to three children in the cable car comfortably or up to four adults. At the summit on a clear day you can easily see the mountains of Snowdonia and the Isle of Anglesey to the west. There’s also a visitor centre and a playground and amusement centre.

An alternative way to get up and down to the Great Orme summit is via Llandudno’s tram. The tram’s are beautifully decorated and have open windows taking riders from the base station close to the town centre up to the summit. If you don’t like the cable car ride then the tram is the perfect way to explore the Great Orme. Passengers change at the half way station and there’s a small exhibition detailing some of the history of the trams in Llandudno.

A great attraction near the summit of the Great Orme is the Great Orme Copper Mines. They are estimated to date back over 4000 years show what life could have been like for the early settlers in North Wales. Take a tour through the caverns and tunnels chiseled out millennia ago and discover the history of this fantastic attraction.

Back in Llandudno town centre and for the younger generation there is ten pin bowling at Llandudno Superbowl. There is a fully licensed bar at the venue and food available from the cafe. After the bowling take a walk up through Happy Valley to Ski Llandudno which has an alpine lodge and dry ski slope. A toboggan run is great for all the family and weaves around the dry ski slope.

Cineworld Llandudno is the ideal venue to watch the latest blockbuster movies. Located close to the A55 dual carriageway the cinema is just 10 minutes by car from Llandudno town centre. Next to the cinema there is Pizza Hut, McDonalds, and KFC so you’re never short of somethig to eat. If you’re looking for a night out in Llandudno there are a variety of pubs and bars to visit. Upper Mostyn Street is where most are located nowadays and live music is available on a regular basis.

If you enjoy shopping then Llandudno is the right place for you. As North Wales premier shopping location the town boasts a long high street packed with well known shops. The recently added Parc Llandudno is a great addition to Llandudno with plenty of free parking spaces and well known shops such as Debenhams, Next, River Island, and Bhs.

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Great Attractions in Llandudno

Sunday, August 16th, 2009
by Neil Quinn

As North Wales best tourist resort Llandudno has many great attractions suitable for all ages. For the younger generation there’s skiing on the Great Orme, ten pin bowling, a trip to the cinema, and a host of bars and cafes to relax in. For the children a visit to Llandudno beach is a fantastic day out or enjoy an exciting ride in the longest cable car ride in Britain to the Great Orme summit. For the older generation sit and relax on Llandudno’s beautiful promenade, enjoy tea and scones at Badger’s Tea Rooms in the Victoria precinct, or take advantage of North Wales finest shopping facilities at Parc Llandudno.

Llandudno’s picturesque promenade curves between the two spectacular headlands known as The Great and Little Ormes. Lined with Victorian hotels the promenade’s character has been carefully maintained by Llandudno town council. You’ll not find any of the usual tourist shops along the promenade or amusement arcades every few feet. The result is a truly beautiful and relaxing location to enjoy Llandudno’s beautiful bay.

At well over one hundred years old Llandudno Pier offers a relaxing walk with excellent views of Llandudno and the Great Orme. There’s lots of attractions on the pier for children with amusement arcades and rides and small stalls are dotted along the pier selling a variety of tourist items. The pier offers an excellent chance to take in the panoramic views of Llandudno’s promenade and also get a good look at Happy Valley and the start of the cable car ride.

As the longest cable car ride in Britain the Great Orme cable car takes you from Happy Valley at the bottom of the Great Orme to the summit over 600 feet higher. A family of two adults and two to three small children easily fits inside the cars or up to four adults can ride at once. From the summit it’s possible to see as far as the mountains of Snowdonia and the Isle of Anglesey on a clear day. The summit is home to a visitor centre, adventure playground for younger children, and amusement centre.

An alternative way to get up and down to the Great Orme summit is via Llandudno’s tram. The tram’s are beautifully decorated and have open windows taking riders from the base station close to the town centre up towards the summit. If you don’t like the cable car ride then the tram is the perfect way to explore the Great Orme. Passengers change at the half way station and there’s a small exhibition detailing some of the history of the trams in Llandudno.

A great attraction near the summit of the Great Orme is the Great Orme Copper Mines. They are estimated to date back over 4000 years show what life could have been like for the early settlers in North Wales. Take a tour through the caverns and tunnels chiseled out millennia ago and discover the history of this fantastic attraction.

For the younger generation there’s ten pin bowling at Llandudno Superbowl back in the town. The Superbowl has a licensed bar and food is available from the onsite cafe. If you fancy some skiing take a walk through Happy Valley to Ski Llandudno with its alpine lodge and dry ski slope. The toboggan run is also here and is great fun for all the family as it weaves around the slope.

If the weather let’s you down you can always catch the latest blockbuster at Llandudno cinema. Located around 10 minutes by car from Llandudno town centre the cinema is ideally situated next to the A55 for all the surrounding area. If you’re feeling hungry there’s plenty to eat with a variety of restaurants next to the cinema so why not make a night of it. Speaking of night’s out Llandudno has a wide variety of bars and pubs to visit. Most of the action takes place on Upper Mostyn Street and most venues have live acts on a regular basis.

As North Wales best shopping location there’s plenty of stores to visit in Llandudno. The long high street is packed with well known shops and popular cafes and Parc Llandudno has recently been added with plenty of free parking spaces and well known shops such as Debenhams, Next, River Island, and Bhs.

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