Murcia, THE MINI CONTINENT.
Monday, January 24th, 2011Murcia, if you have not visited the region of Murcia in Spain it is time you took a good look at what you are missing out on. Murcia has been named “The Mini Continent”. Similar to Los Angeles in America, Murcia can offer you, Mountains, Sea, city and rural life. Something for everyone. It can also offer golfing enthusiasts some of Europes best golf courses, like the one at Condado De Alhama, designed by Jack Nicklaus. The course at Condado De Alhama is a signature course and although new, has already been named as one of the best golf courses in Spain.
Lets take a look at some of the Murcia attractions and you will soon see that it is no wonder Paramount a Los Angeles based company chose Murcia for it’s first European Theme Park.
The Mar Menor, one of Europes best watersport playgrounds, a thin strip of land dividing the little sea, (Mar Menor) and the Mediterranean.
Cartagena, with it’s Roman Amphitheatre, castle port area and sandy beaches.
Sierra Espuna, situated in the very centre of the region of Murcia, with more than 25,000 hectares, forming part of the Andalusian ranges and stretching between Mula and the Guadalentín valley. Here you can enjoy the best of the mountain life, hiking trails, quad biking and kayaking, you can even jump off a mountain if you like that sort of thing..paracending is very popular here.
Murcia City A city full of culture and heritage. A city that you will fill welcome in. Spend the day visiting some of the historical cites, enjoy the many tapa bars or simply find a seat and watch the hustle and bustle of the city pass you by.
Condado De Alhama, sits conveniently in the middle of all this, only 20 minutes from the beach, 20 minutes from the mountains and 20 minutes from the city.
The season is long in Murcia otherwise known as the Costa Calida which means the warm coast and has been recommended by the world health organization as one of the healthiest place to live in Europe. People are also attracted to the area due to its 300 days of sunshine each year and an average temperature of 22ºC.
So before you book your holiday this year, take a look at Murcia, and at Condado De Alhama Golf Resort.
Murcia, Spains best kept secret…is out.
For help with your holiday accommodation contact us at jillandterry@condadodealhamaservices.com and we will refer you to some of the best apartments on the resort.










