Local Area

There are many glorious beaches along the Mar Menor, the regions top attractions, all are easily reached by car. The safe warm water of the Mar Menor, which is rich in minerals is a paradise for bathers and water enthusiasts alike...also it's health giving properties are a bonus for sufferers of arthritis etc. The town of Los Alcazeres still has thermal baths, which have been there from Roman times! Los Alcazares holds two weekly street markets, selling various products such as clothing and fresh food.

Los Alcazares also hosts several festivals, including the international celebration of La Huerta. Throughout the last two weeks in August, groups representing market garden areas throughout Spain and other European countries gather to display their folklore, handicrafts and prepare gastronomic feasts from their local produce..When not relaxing enjoy swimming, horse riding, tennis, mountain biking. The Mar Menor area is popular for water sports including jet skiing, sailing, diving and snorkeling.

The local area is renowned for its fine cuisine including local produce and seafood. The area has many quality restaurants and bars. The cosmopolitan City of Murcia is only 20 minutes from the resort by car. Offering cultural and tourists places to visit, superb shopping, restaurants, clubs and bars.

 

Days Out

Aqualandia offers a full day out for all the family. It has water rides for all ages. Spread throughout the park are pools, lagoons and waterfalls. Children's water Adventureland that has numerous slides and activities. For the adults there is a selection of more daring rides. There is sun beds, cafes, restaurants, gift shops and changing room facilities.

Terra Natura is split in to four different areas, America, Asia, Europe and Pangea there is also an aqua park area that is open in the summer months. There are various shows and entertainers along you journey to keep you entertained. Through your journey you will see how the animals live in there natural habitat and discover the people and places. There are a variety of cafes selling various foods.

Terra Mitica is a fun filled day out for all the familyt. There are shows and street entertainers throughout the day to keep you entertained. It has a range of rides for all the family and thrill seeking ones of the more adventures, be prepared to get wet!!! Throughout the park are lots of benches and places to cool down, along with a good choice of restaurants and cafes for refreshments.

For prices and opening times please visit their websites,

www.terramiticapark.com

www.terranatura.com

www.aqualandia.net

 

Flights

Murcia Airport is 10 minutes away

  • Ryan Air - Stansted, Prestwick and Dublin, Luton, Nottingham E Midlands, Liverpool
  • Easy Jet - Bristol and Gatwick
  • British Airways - Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham
  • Jet 2 - Leeds Bradford, Belfast Int, Newcastle, Manchester, and Blackpool
  • BMI Baby - Nottingham E Midlands, Manchester, and Birmingham
  • Fly Be - Guernsey, Norwich, Birmingham, Exeter, and Southampton
  • FlyGlobespan - Edinburgh
  • Monarch - Birmingham
  • My Travel Lite - Birmingham

Alicante Airport is 60 minutes away

  • Easy Jet - Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Newcastle, Bristol, Liverpool, and Nottingham E Midlands
  • British Airways - Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham
  • Jet 2 - Manchester and Leeds Bradford
  • BMI Baby - Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, Nottingham E Midlands, Heathrow, Durham
  • Fly Be - Birmingham, Southampton, Exeter and Norwich
  • Monarch - Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and Luton
  • My Travel Lite - Birmingham
  • Air Scotland - Edinburgh, Manchester and Glasgow
  • FlyGlobespan - Edinburgh & Glasgow