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Wales is by no means a difficult country in which to either travel or holiday, with both national and local infrastructures supporting tourism in its many aspects. Some basic safety warnings apply, but these are relevant mainly to the big cities as the seaside resorts enjoy low danger levels and are ideal family holiday destinations.

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The country’s rural areas and its seaside resorts have reputations for being safe places to take holidays, with family-friendly atmospheres and not so much in the way of serious criminal activity. Violent crime is decidedly absent and the greatest threat for most visitors comes from the presence of pickpockets. Keeping a watchful eye out for such individuals is wise in tourist areas.

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When to go: the climate in Wales is unpredictable, like the rest of the British Isles. The summer season usually sees the most agreeable weather, with July and August potentially experiencing temperatures between 20 and 25°C and occasionally higher than that.

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Cash and travellers cheques can be exchanged at a number of locations including bureau de change desks at the main airports and in some of the big hotels. Almost all banks offer exchange services as do some high street travel agencies and post offices.

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Recommended hospitals:
Cardiff - Cardiff Royal Infirmary: +44 29 2049 2233
Swansea - Singleton Hospital: +44 17 9265 1285
Newport - Royal Gwent Hospital: +44 16 3323 4234

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Internet access is widely available with many hotels offering connections in their rooms and Wi-fi becoming increasingly available across the country in public places. Visitors wishing to conduct business officially and legitimately in the UK, require the appropriate business visa which can be applied for at British Embassies in a large number of countries around the world.

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