Finding somewhere to stay is often just the start of planning a visit. Guests also want to know what is nearby, where to eat, what is happening and how to bring those ideas together into a trip that works for them.
At Brecon Beacons Tourism, we want to make that journey easier. Our new Tour Wales members map is now live on the BBT homepage, giving visitors another way to explore participating businesses across Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) and the surrounding area.
It is the next practical step in our work with Tour Wales: testing how new technology can help guests discover our area, connect with local businesses and explore further afield across Wales.
Useful technology, shaped by local businesses
A guest might discover us through a search engine, a social post, a map or a recommendation on their phone. They might be planning weeks ahead or looking for something to do that afternoon. We want our website to help them move from an idea to useful information and a clear next step.
The map brings participating BBT members into that journey. Visitors can explore locations, select a business and follow through to its Tour Wales listing. Direct booking is available with participating businesses where a booking option has been set up; other listings provide information and contact routes.
Our members are helping lead this pilot through practical use. By checking their information, trying the tools and sharing feedback, they can help shape a service that reflects the needs of both local businesses and the guests they welcome.
Try it when planning your winter break
A Christmas event or a creative workshop can be the starting point for a longer stay. Explore our events calendar for seasonal ideas, then use the map and our business directory to find accommodation, places to eat and experiences nearby.
Could you stay another night, make time for a workshop or visit a neighbouring town? Tour Wales also lets you explore beyond our area, helping you build a wider Welsh trip around the places and experiences that interest you.
Check dates, availability and booking details with each organiser or business before travelling. The map is part of a developing pilot, so coverage and booking options will vary.
Members: claim your listing and take part
Member listings have been brought onto Tour Wales as part of the pilot. If you have not yet claimed yours, start by finding and checking it. Newer members, or anyone unable to find their business, should contact the Tour Wales team for help.
To manage your listing, register as a user on Tour Wales, preferably with your business email, then email info@tourwales.co.uk with your business name and the email address you registered with. The team can connect your account to your existing listing. Check your description, photographs, map location, contact details and website link, and ask about suitable booking options and any applicable terms and costs.
Our Tour Wales Provider User Guide in the Members Area offers practical help. For assistance claiming a listing, contact Tour Wales directly rather than creating a duplicate.
Explore on your phone and share your feedback
You can download Tour Wales from the Apple App Store. You can also use the Tour Wales website on your phone and use its Add to Homescreen option for convenient access.
Try it as a visitor as well as a business owner. Is the information easy to find? Does it help you discover somewhere new? What would make planning a trip simpler?
Please send all Tour Wales platform and app feedback, suggestions and technical questions directly to the developers through the Tour Wales contact page or email info@tourwales.co.uk. Include the page or feature you used and, for a technical issue, your device and browser so the team can investigate.
For BBT, this is part of an ongoing effort to make our website more useful for discovery and to help our members reach guests. We will keep learning from how these tools work in practice.
Explore the new BBT members map
Feature image: Riversounds, Llangynidr. Image courtesy of Riversounds.
