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With over 200km of sandy beaches stretching from the warm crystal clear waters of the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean beaches of the La Manga Strip, across the craggy cliffs and coves of the Calblanque Natuaral Park and down to the sweeping bays of the Mediterranean resort of Aguilas, the Costa Calida ( warm coast ) has a wealth of beaches. Listed below is a little more information on the beaches of the Costa Calida in the region of Murcia. |
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 Costa Calida Tourist InformationWith 250km of coastline, the Costa Cálida (Warm Coast) is one of Spain’s fastest growing holiday hotspots. Along with the Mar Menor, the coast of the Costa Calida is home to water sports, fishing, scuba diving, sun bathing and nature reserves.
The Costa Calida covers the area from the top of the Mar Menor right along to Aguilas. It has in recent years been more popular due to the ease of access of cheap flights and improved road systems. Although the region was a late starter in the building stakes, it has benefited from the mistakes made in other areas and has ensured that there are plenty of green areas, and high rise buildings are only allowed on the La Manga strip and then only to a height of 9 storeys  Mar Menor Tourist InformationThis is a Europe’s largest lagoon, which maintains a warm sea temperature in whatever stage of the year (except December and January when only the most hardy Brits will brave the waters!) – with an average of 18 degrees centigrade. The Romans and the Arabs built thermal baths around the coast, and to this day people visit the area for the therapeutic properties of the bathing. There are also pockets of therapeutic ‘mud’ which is sought after (mainly by the Spanish) to cover their bodies and bake in the sunshine, this is very good for skin problems or arthritic conditions.
Its waters are rich in iodine and never get deeper than 7 metres. It is a haven for water sports such as jet skies, kite surfing, sailing boats and fishing. The warm, crystal clear waters, shallow shore lines and beach inflatables also attract many families in the summer months.
An added bonus for aircraft enthusiast and visitors alike, is the imprompru aerobatic dispays from the Spanish equivalent of the Red Arrows, the Spanish national aerobatic team – Team Aguillas. It is a pleasure to see the whole team of seven jets performing intricate routines over the Mar Menor, often with streams of coloured smoke to enhance their performance.
 Lo Pagan and Santiago de la Ribera Tourist InformationThese two stunning beaches on the Mar Menor are ajoining and provide hours of enjoyment for the whole family. There are parks for the children, tapas bars and seafood resaurants on the beach as well as a wealth of water sports including canoeing. And kite surfing. From the yacht club in Santiago you can take the ferry to the Tomas Maestre Marina, on the La Manga strip. This is a very pleasant 30 minute journey, and runs every tour.
 Los Alcazares Tourist InformationLos Alcazares has one of the most beautiful Blue Flag beaches on the Costa Calida. It’s palm lined promenade stretches about four kilometres to Los Narejos and is blue flag beach all the way. Los Alcazares is very popular with the Spanish as they love to ‘promenade’ on a warm summer’s evening. Dotted along the Losa Alcazares and Los Narejos prominade there are several wooden beach bars, so the weary can take a rest, as well as jug of sangria and watch the world go by.
 Los Urrutias Tourist InformationLos Urrutias is a relatively new resort, Los Urrutias has almost a mile of golden beach with good facilities, enhanced by an unusual offshore marina in a hexagonal shape. Behind the beach is a modern, spaciously laid out small town with an attractive promenade and public spaces. The coast either side is protected land, preserving the quality of the environment.
 Los Nietos Tourist InformationLos Nietos is located on the shores of the Mar Menor on the Costa Calida. Los Nietos is divided into an ‘old town’ just off the coast and a newer resort area with a very good beach, Los Nietos is another Mar Menor town with a popular marina. Big enough to have a life all year round, it is popular with buyers seeking a place to live, as well as holidaymakers. Linked to the city of Cartagena by a narrow gauge (though moodern) rail link, it is especially suitable for those who prefer to travel by public transport.
 Mar de Cristal Tourist InformationMar de Cristal is separated from Los Nietos by a small river and is located on the shores of the Mar Menor ion the Costa Calida. Mar de Cristal is a compact and friendly little resort with three good beach areas and a new, pretty promenade with bars and restaurants. A good sized marina adds to the charm as well as it’s proximity to the famous La Manga Golf Resort, which boasts many restaurants and a casino in addition to 3 up market golf courses.
 Playa Honda & Playa Paraiso Tourist InformationPlaya Honda & Playa Paraiso are located at the very southern end of the Mar Menor on the Costa Calida. Playa Honda and Playa Paraiso are beach areas which have seen quite a bit of expansion in the last few years and have evolved into fully–fledged resorts. They are nestled with the hills of the Calablanque Nature Park behind, the protected Marchamalo salt flats to the side and the whole length of the Mar Menor in front.
 La Manga Strip Tourist InformationThe La Manga Strip is a narrow strip of land that divides the Mediterranean sea from the Mar Menor. It is the northernmost point of the Costa Calida. As the La Manga Strip is quite narrow, you are never far from the beach. Within a few minutes walk you have the choice of the warm, crystal clear waters of the Mar Menor or the rougher waves and sandier beaches on the Mediterranean shore line. Because of the large expanse of coastline the beaches never get over populated even in the height of the summer. This is a unique location in Europe where else could you see the Sun rise over one sea ( the Mediterranean) and set over another sea ( the Mar Menor) and it is a mecca for watersports enthusiasts with a wide variety of sports available on both seas.
 L'Azohia Cove Tourist InformationThe beautiful L'Azohia Cove nessles in the foothills of the mountans south of Cartagena. It has a small fishing harbour and a sweeping bay of sand and pebbles. Located on the Costa Calida with crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean it is an excellent location for diving. It is a very relaxing place with a few bars and restaurants overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Just a few kilometres up the road you will find the L’Azohia Cove four star hotel with Spa facilities
 Puerto Mazarron Tourist InformationPuerto Mazarron is located on the Costa Calida south of Catagena. The lovely sandy beaches and promenade lined with restaraunts, make Puerto Mazzaron a very popluar resort with the Spanish and Visitors alike.
 Bolnuevo Tourist InformationBolnuevo is a popular seaside town, just south of Puerto Mazarron on the Costa Calida. It has one of the most recognisable landmarks of Murcia – the weathered sandstone formation that adorns most of the region’s brochures and tourist guides. The long beach has also added sports facilities for beach volleyball etc. Bolnuevo is also home to a Rock festival during the summer.
 Aguilas Tourist InformationAguilas is located at the southernmost point of the Costa Calida and has the benefit of two sandy beaches, a marina and a fishing harbour. Aguilas also has a thriving all year round town with shops, restaurants and bars. In February, Aguilas is also home to one of the largest fiestas in Spain. In the summer months, the parties continue well into the night, in a way that is part of the Spanish holiday culture.
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