In the picturesque Welsh village of Hawarden, about three hours travel time from London, a stunningly beautiful residential library has stood as a national monument to British prime minister William E. Gladstone for over a century.

I traveled to scenic North Wales and quickly learned just how easy it is to follow in Will and Kate's footsteps, from hanging out at their favorite restaurants, shopping where they do and enjoying a favorite beautiful beach.

Later in its history, Tintern Abbey became a frequent destination for the Romantics, inspiring that soporific poem by William Wordsworth you read freshman year.

From traditional all-male choirs to unique cuisine to a very unusual paper making process, Wales has a lot to offer the curious traveler.

Wales may be known for its serene pastoral landscapes, but there's nothing peaceful about adventure travel in this country.

After being fitted for wetsuits, personal flotation devices and helmets, we walk down a dirt path to the ocean. "Everyone ready?" the guide asks. "Just remember to stay on the barnacles. The rocks are slippery but the barnacles are your friends." I tighten the shoelaces on my sneakers and follow the others down the slippery rocks.

If you haven't had enough Olympics, head to Wales' smallest town, Llanwrtyd Wells, which will host the inaugural World Alternative Games August 17 - September 2. Some of the wackier tournaments include Worm Charming Chariot Racing, Bathtubbing Championship, Wife Carrying, Bog Snorkeling and the Horse vs Man Marathon.

The Technicolor landscapes are as vibrant as the dedication to quality eats. Here are the places to feast, the farms to visit, and the foragers to follow.

The two opposing uniforms were so similar that St. David commanded his soldiers to wear a leek on their helmets. Since then, the leek has been a symbol of Wales.

With Chinese tourism to the UK booming, a developer is planning a resort village aimed at their specific needs. But it's not exactly a stone's throw f...

We bought tickets for the underground tour and were taken into a large workspace where we were fitted out with helmets, headlamps, and battery packs with rescuer breathing masks that belted around our waist.