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Sun, sea and sand is practically guaranteed on the “warm coast”. This is where balmy seas are ideal for swimming, sun-kissed beaches beckon for bathing and the historic streets of Cartagena and Murcia are set for exploring. In the middle of it all is the exclusive resort of La Manga, where the golf courses are famed for being some of the best in Spain – and don’t be surprised if you bump into the odd celeb. As for the Mar Menor lagoon nearby, it’s one of the best swim spots on the Med. Boutique shopping, sensational seafood and swish nightclubs are also on the agenda, so if it’s high-end R&R you’re after, you’ve come to the right place.
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Spanish

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Currency

Euro (€)

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Time difference

+1hr

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Local beer

£2.50

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Meal for two

£38.50

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Average flight time

2.5hrs

Sun-kissed shores

Like everything else in the region, the seas here are warm, making them perfect for swimming or even just a quick paddle. The beaches are swathed in soft golden sand and backed by bar-lined promenades, dunes or pine forests depending on which one you pick. You won’t leave disappointed.

A sheltered spot

The Mar Menor, or ‘little sea’, is a saltwater lagoon separated from the Mediterranean by a spit of land known as La Manga. Its mild, shallow waters and pristine sands have made it the region’s most exciting area, so it’s no wonder it pulls in the crowds.

Hannibal’s capital

The historic city of Cartagena has been an important naval port for over 2,000 years. Hannibal and his elephants made it their Spanish base en route from Carthage to Rome. The city’s old town’s peppered with Roman, Phoenician, Byzantine and Moorish monuments, including an impressive amphitheatre and two fortresses!

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Beaches

Various sandy beaches around the region slope gently into warm, shallow waters, making it a super-safe spot for swimming. For slightly more secluded sunbathing, head south or to the cosy shores and rocky coves around Cartagena and Puerto de Mazarron. It’s all about the can’t-beat crystal clear waves here.
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Sights

Salt flats, lagoons, lighthouses – whether you go north or south, you’ll find some staggering natural sights around the Costa Cálida. Cartagena’s old town comes with Moorish castles, a Roman theatre and a historic port which is still an important naval base. You’ll be treated to plenty of photo opportunity spots.
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Activities

Golfers will find themselves spoilt for choice – you’ll be met with immaculate 18-hole glory. The region’s flat terrain makes it easy to explore its quiet roads and virgin pine forests on foot, bike or horseback. There are some pretty hot water sports platforms around here – some being a few of Spain’s best.
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Eating and drinking (beaches)

Rice is the local staple and you’ll find it on most menus, accompanied by fresh seafood, vegetables, pork ribs and pretty much any other meat you care to mention. As for sweet stuff, locally-grown almonds make their way into most cakes and desserts – the nougat ice-cream is to die for.
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Shopping (beaches)

Get a taste of traditional Spain at the region’s regular outdoor markets. Here, you can barter for bargains on everything from fresh fruit to clothes. Woven baskets and ceramics are some of the local handicrafts to keep an eye out for. Save some time for the shopping centres, too.
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