Buzz Magazine Buzz Magazine - July Issue | Page 52

travel WELSH HIDEAWAYS If staying closer to home this summer is more appealing because a) Wales is a beautiful place, b) there’s no hassle at airports, delays and strikes or c) it’s about time you discovered the beauty on your doorstep, look no further than a couple of hours’ drive from well, pretty much anywhere in Wales. CORRAN RESORT & SPA East Marsh, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, SA33 4RS Info: 01994 427417 / www.thecorran.com The Corran Hotel & Spa is a taste of luxury in Laugharne. Merely a hop, skip and a jump away from the Dylan Thomas Boathouse and Laugharne Castle, you will find The Corran amidst acres of marshland with unspoilt views of the Carmarthenshire countryside. This boutique haven’s aim is simple: to provide guests with great service, food and surroundings. Surrounded by sea, the Towy estuary and acres of marshland, The Corran is steeped in history with the original 16th century building at the heart of this expertly restored hotel. Within, you will find 21 individual and contemporary bedrooms, with views over the marshland and exquisite en-suite bathrooms. All rooms have unique personal touches and are equipped with high specification media systems allowing you to create your own idyllic and relaxing atmosphere. By making the most of what’s on the doorstep, the menus are creatively designed around using the very best local ingredients and fresh seasonal produce. The restaurant is at the heart of The Corran and offers diners a relaxed setting to enjoy a culinary treat while sipping from an impressive selection of wines that have been hand-picked to complement their changing menus. A visit to the spa is an essential part of any stay at The Corran; you will find a swimming pool, a gym and three treatment rooms offering the latest in indulgent spa therapies. Plenty of excursions and activities are available nearby to keep you busy – horse riding, quad biking and clay pigeon shooting to name a few. BUZZ 52