SQUIB: a : a short humorous or satiric writing or speech; b : a short news item. (Merriam-Webster)
This Travel Squib found a dragon while looking for a little honey ice cream.
A recent tour of Wales offered me a unique opportunity. I had a week, a Peugeot, a map and a list of possible points of interest. Using the tools at my disposal, I could wander and pick what I wanted to see.
One bright morning during an unusually warm stretch of Welsh summer weather, I woke up at the pretty Gwesty’r Emlyn Hotel. The center of activity in the small Welsh village, it’s a bright and comfortable spot with a restaurant that reaches far past the simple faire you might expect.
A short walk from the hotel stands the ruins of Castle Emlyn. Dating from the 13th Century, the castle is home to the local Heart of Dragon Festival. The locals say the last dragon in Wales was killed at the castle — though new ones can hatch on occasion.
After snagging a cone of Welsh honey ice cream from the nearest shop, I hit the road for Tenby. Located on the South Pembrokeshire seaside, the harbor and walled town dates from 1328. Featuring cobblestone streets and endless shops and restaurants, Tenby might be southwestern Wales’ most popular tourist attraction.
Below I include a collection of photos from this day out, including images from Tenby and Newcastle Emlyn. Enjoy.
