MURCIA MAR MENOR & CARTAGENA

San Javier's festive double delight: Playmobil and crochet Nativities light up the museumOver 2,000 plastic figures and 200 handmade yarn scenes bring Christmas magic to life until 6 January San Javier brings Christmas to life in miniature this year with two very different, but equally charming, Nativity scenes at its museum. If you enjoy a festive..

Colina del Emperador now offers free breakfast with direct bookings!Guests booking directly through the website can now enjoy a complimentary breakfast Colina del Emperador, a family-run boutique beach house in La Manga del Mar Menor, has introduced a new benefit for guests: free breakfast with every booking made.. 02/09/2025

Colina del Emperador: stunning boutique beach house situated in the heart of La MangaThe stylish Colina del Emperador is uniquely situated on the shores of the Mar Menor Tucked away in the heart of La Manga lies the stunning boutique beach house Colina del Emperador. This stylish retreat is uniquely situated on the shores of.. 13/08/2025

The Puente de la Risa bridge in La Manga del Mar MenorA curious vestige of plans to create a mini-Venice at the northern end of La Manga! The Puente de la Risa (the Bridge of Laughter) is one of the vestiges of an ambitious idea proposed by the pioneer of modern La Manga, Tomás Maestre, by which he intended..

Best areas of La Manga Club to stay on holidayCheck out these parts of La Manga Club & Resort for your vacation rental apartment Murcia’s La Manga Club & Resort is fast becoming one of the Region’s most desirable holiday destinations. When planning your stay, one crucial decision.. 10/07/2025

The best snorkelling sites in the Region of Murcia!Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no better way to cool down than with a dip in the..

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

10 must-see museums in CartagenaFrom ancient to modern, from naval history to Roman architecture, Cartagena boasts a rich history on display in its museums! The city of Cartagena is steeped in so much history that if you’re interested in museums it’s difficult to know where to..

11 fun holiday activities and affordable rental accommodation at La Manga ClubDiscover an unforgettable holiday at La Manga Club   Located in the stunning Region of Murcia, La Manga Club is a paradise for those seeking a mix of relaxation, adventure and world-class facilities. Renowned for its exceptional amenities, the resort..

Los Alcázares tourist officesInformation for residents and visitors in Los Alcázares and Los Narejos Despite being a relatively small municipality Los Alcázares relies to such a large extent on year-round tourism that is operates two tourist information offices, one in the..

Los Alcázares beaches: Playa de Las PalmerasThe Las Palmeras beach in Los Alcázares is wide and sandy with good facilities This urban sandy beach is a kilometre long and is located to the north of the town centre of Los Alcázares, moving towards the area of Los Narejos. At 30 metres it..

The Municipal Aeronautics Museum of Los AlcázaresA documented history of the military air base in Los Alcázares Not every municipality in Spain has its own Aeronautics Museum, of course, but Los Alcázares is rather unique in that it was home to Spain’s first ever military seaplane base..

The military air base and aerodrome of Los AlcazaresA historic installation on the shore of the Mar Menor which was of great importance in the early 20th century The skies over Los Alcázares may be quiet these days, particularly since the closure to Passenger flights of the nearby airport in San Javier..

The Hotel-Balneario de la Encarnación in Los AlcázaresBuilt in 1904 on the seafront of Los Alcázares, this is the oldest hotel still welcoming guests in the Costa Cálida The history of the bathing in thermal water in Los Alcázares goes back to the Roman and Moorish eras, when among the privileges..

The seafront sculpture of Saza in Los AlcazaresA memorial to screen star José Sazatornil on the Paseo Carrión in Los Alcázares The charming sculpture of “Saza” on the seafront promenade of Paseo Carrión in Los Alcázares monument is a tribute to the Spanish..

7 hidden gems in the countryside of Murcia!Natural rural treasures in Murcia where you can hear the silent call of Nature this winter! As we tread the same paths and visit the same places day by day the Region of Murcia becomes ever more familiar to us, but do you realize how easy it is to stray.. 30/01/2025

Follow the light: a tour of the lighthouses of the Costa Cálida!A seafront tour with a difference sheds light on the history of the coastline of Murcia The Faro del Estacio in La Manga del Mar Menor For millennia lighthouses have stood as guardians of the coastline in civilizations all over the world, shepherding..

Rent this excellently refurbished golf bungalow in La Manga Club golf resortLocated near the Grand Hyatt Hotel, this short-term rental accommodation is perfect for a golfing experience   Do not miss your chance to stay in this fantastic 2-bedroom bungalow at the La Manga Club golfing resort in Murcia. With a.. 07/11/2024

The beaches of the Costa Cálida are the place to be during the autumn!Warm weather, warm water, the beauty of nature and no large crowds as Murcia beachgoers enjoy the best time of year along the coast As autumn progresses and Halloween is almost upon it many of those reading in northern Europe might imagine that the beach.. 16/10/2024

5 of the lesser-known beauty spots in the Region of MurciaWhere to go to create slightly different memories of a trip to the Costa Cálida! Most visitors know about 3 or 4 of the most popular tourist attractions and beauty spots in the Region of Murcia, with thousands flocking all year round to the Cathedral..