Murcia - Costa Calida holiday apartments, homes and villas

Why choose a holiday home in Murcia - Costa Calida?

Murcia is home to Spain's largest natural lake and Europe's biggest salt water lagoon. The Mar Menor or Small Sea was called the "largest swimming pool in the world" by Esther Williams.

Castles, festivals, beaches and golf are found in this unspoiled region of Spain. The coast is known for its shallow, crystal-clear water the mud at Mar Menor is deemed to possess therapeutic value.

Colorful carnivals and adventure tourist businesses fit together in this popular province. Cartagena produces the Carthagineses y Romanos festival that simulates the Punic Wars. This is an area where you can plunge into history or warm water sports.

Many will Jet Ski, scuba, sail or swim in water that is most often compared to bath water temperatures. Typically there is less than 50 days of rain which may explain the Costa Calida. Calida literally means "hot". Costa Calida is the site of La Manga Club which many describe as one of the top 25 tourist attractions in all of Europe.

World class golf and tennis facilities gave birth to five star restaurants with unmatched wine and food menus. Leisure activities and sports are offered in every imaginable category.

Murcia allows one to trade the diverse and exciting nightlife for a glimpse into history. Far from the maddening crowd are the land of Iberian tribes that traded with ancient Greeks and Phoenicians. The people are engaging and eager to share their talent for stews, roasted meats, and local desserts.

Contribution post: 11 June 2010