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Murcia asks for extra help in intercepting Easter holiday visitors during lockdown All along the coast patrols and roadblocks have been intensified but residents still report the arrival of unwanted visitors from the cities The regional government of Murcia and various Town Halls are asking for further assistance from Spain.. 06/04/2020

The Spanish government recommends tripling the proposed green belt around the Mar Menor Water quality data reflect a sharp deterioration in the parameters measured over the last year There is an understandable tendency at present for the coronavirus emergency to overshadow all other items in the news in the Region of Murcia, but it.. 03/04/2020

San Javier covered in green hearts bearing messages of thanks to medical workers and emergency servicesAll ages within the community are involved in the initiative, from schoolchildren to homes for the elderly There’s nothing like a crisis to bring out the best and the worst in humanity, and in San Javier residents are rising to the challenge.. 02/04/2020

King’s College Murcia provides ongoing online education to over 500 pupils despite the coronavirus lockdown The rapid response of the school has enabled students to attend virtual classes online in the usual school timetable King's College Murcia, a member of the Inspired Education Group, responded immediately to the temporary closure of schools in the..

King’s College British Schools in Murcia and the Costa Blanca Over 50 years delivering British education with British teachers and the English curriculum For over half a century the King’s College British Schools in Spain have provided a bilingual education to youngsters in Madrid, Alicante and Murcia, following..

Over 140 mm of rain in Cartagena on Tuesday as Mar Menor towns suffer more flooding The fourth clean-up in 7 months begins in Los Alcázares The latest heavy storm to cause flooding in Los Alcázares and other towns and villages in the Campo de Cartagena and along the coastline of the Mar Menor was rather less expected.. 25/03/2020

247 Locksmith Spain emergency callouts and home security installations throughout Murcia Update security locks in your Costa Cálida home whether you’re living in it or not! Greg at 24-7 Locksmith Spain is fully qualified to carry out all kinds of locksmith services, from lock and key replacements to the fitting of security bolts..

Flooding returns to the Mar Menor for the fourth time since September Emergency services are wary of rescue operations due to the risk of coronavirus contagion Just hours after Mario Pérez Cervera, the Mayor of Los Alcázares, reported that the first two cases of coronavirus in the municipalities have.. 24/03/2020

100 mm of rain falls close to Cartagena overnight Over 100 millimetres of rain recorded in Cartagena in 24 hours Torrential rain hammered down on much of central and coastal Murcia on Monday night, and along the inland coast of the Mar Menor there was inevitable concern as floodwater began to gather.. 24/03/2020

Murcia health service asks to use military premises in Cartagena as a coronavirus overflow hospital The help of the army is requested to create an overflow field hospital next to the Arrixaca in El Palmar The Department of Health in the regional government of Murcia has made an official request that buildings owned by the military in Cartagena.. 23/03/2020

Santa Florentina food market in Cartagena remains open with increased safety precautions Long queues form outside the building as only a few customers are allowed in at a time Despite the coronavirus emergency and the declaration of a lockdown all over Spain people are still allowed out of their homes to shop for food, and the Santa.. 23/03/2020

La Torre expats co-ordinate local community support The La Torre Community Support Volunteers are helping those who are in a more vulnerable position We may all be in enforced lockdown, but that doesn´t stop volunteers from helping one another in the expat community out here in the Murcia Region.. 20/03/2020

Coronavirus forces the first closure of La Quinta Club in La Manga Club in over 30 years The prestigious multi-ownership club hopes to be welcoming owners and visitors again before the summer After over 30 years offering the very best in self-catering accommodation within La Manga Club, arguably the most prestigious golf complex and.. 20/03/2020

Cartagena, Mazarrón and La Unión: medical centres open and local surgeries closed during the coronavirus emergency 43 surgeries close down as resources are pooled at the 16 main medical centres in the area Following the announcement earlier in the week that in response to the coronavirus emergency the regional health service of Murcia is closing local “.. 20/03/2020

KT Property Maintenance for Electrical, Plumbing and Building Maintenance.Electrician, Plumber and Building Maintenance Works Mar Menor Kt Maintence able to attend emergency repairs. and work carried out on vacant properties. KT Maintenance offers a complete range of services in all areas of Property Building &..

Air Menor Plumbing and Air conditioning Services and RepairsAir Conditioning, heating and plumbing services Mar Menor Air Menor. offering Emergency call outs for heating, Air-conditioning and plumbing. Looking for quick and trustworthy Aircon, plumbing and heating services in the Mar Menor and..

Hundreds of 2 for 1 offers accessible from your mobile phone, saving you money in Murcia and Alicante regionMi 2 por 1 is a mobile phone app, available to download on Android and iOS devices, with hundreds of 2 for 1 vouchers to use throughout Murcia and Alicante. mi 2 por 1 is a mobile phone app, available to download on Android and iOS devices, with hundreds..

Bodega Mar Menor wines and spirits expert in Torre Pacheco and the Mar Menor area 50 years of experience, a huge range of wines and expert advice on selection of the perfect wine for every occasion Bodega Mar Menor is open every day (less hours for the next two weeks - 10. – 13.30 & 17&..

Mobile Foot Health practitioner covering Mar Menor and Costa CálidaHome visits throughout the Costa Cálida Mar Menor foot clinic - Emergency calls out only - for elderly and vulnerable clients in pain. Louisa Chandler (S.A.C. Dip. Foot Health Practice) is a fully qualified Foot Health Practitioner offering..

Azure Key Holding and Property ManagementKey Holding and Property Sevices for La Torre, Hacienda Riquelme, Las Terrazas de la Torre & Condado de Alhama. Azure Property Management is a true one-stop shop for all property-related services on the main Polaris World Resorts in the Region of..

Arista Kats Cattery comfortable cat accommodation Mar Menor Murcia Cattery and Cat Accommodation La Puebla Mar Menor Murcia A clean and spacious purpose-built family-run cattery, in the quiet Spanish village of La Puebla Mar Menor Murcia providing plenty of natural light for the comfort of the ‘guests..

Rules to observe during the coronavirus lockdown periodAll members of the public are ordered to stay at home unless absolutely necessary On Saturday 14th March 2020 a Royal Decree was passed declaring a state of emergency throughout Spain due to the Coronavrus/COVID-19 crisis. The decree introduces a.. 17/03/2020

Cartagena fire brigade urge caution against domestic disasters while confined to the home Most accidents occur in the home… make sure it doesn’t happen to you! With the population of Cartagena and the rest of Spain confined to their homes as one of the measures decreed within the national coronavirus emergency, the local.. 17/03/2020

Murcian government decrees enforced quarantine of Águilas, San Pedro, san Javier, Los Alcázares, Cartagena, La Unión and MazarrónLockdown of the Costa Cálida The regional government of Murcia has issued a confinement decree closing the municipalities of Águilas, San Pedro, San Javier, Los Alcázares, Cartagena, La Unión and Mazarrón in order.. 13/03/2020

Britannia Powerboat and Jet Ski Training Torrevieja Alicante Obtain full RYA-approved international licences to drive motorboats and jet skis Many people are unaware that it is illegal to drive a motorboat or jet ski in Spain without a licence, no matter whether the craft is registered in Spain, the UK or elsewhere..

Try an Asiático coffee when visiting the Murcia Region Spicy, historic and delicious – give it a try! The Asiático coffee is synonymous with the historic city of Cartagena, but is also widely available throughout the Murcia Region and is a "must sample" beverage which anyone wishing..

Fun n Games African Adventure Golf, fun for all the family in the Mar Menor Golf Resort Crazy golf, giant pool croquet, outdoor skittles and plenty more for a great day out in the Mar Menor area A new addition to the sporting and leisure facilities in the Mar Menor Golf Resort is proving a great hit among children and fun-loving adults all..

How much money do I need to retire in Spain? Blacktower Financial Management The burning question facing many who can’t wait to enjoy the good life in the Costas There is so much to recommend retirement life in Spain. However, the many opportunities inherent in a move to the country also bring a great many challenges. As..

The tourist bus in Cartagena, enjoy the sights of the historic city on an open-air double deckerA 45-minute trip taking in the highlights of a visit to Cartagena A trip around the historic city of Cartagena on board the double-decker tourist bus laid on by Cartagena Puerto de Culturas is a great way of ensuring that in a limited amount of time..

4-year fixed term membership deals at the prestigious La Quinta Club in La Manga Club Accessible entry into one of the most sought-after leisure complexes in Europe Such is the prestige of La Manga Club that it could be imagined that membership of the exclusive La Quinta Club multi-ownership development at the heart of the resort.. 04/02/2020

Simple rhino-modelling for a straighter nose at Clínica Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena A very affordable 21st century technique can improve the appearance of your nose in 20 minutes! The rhino-modelling treatment offered by Clínica Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena consists of improving small depressions or nasal defects by..

La Finca Resort 5-star hotel with golf course and spa centre in the southern Costa Blanca Get away from it all and enjoy the luxury of La Finca just a short drive from the Mar Menor Located just outside the town of Algorfa in the south of the province of Alicante, the 5-star hotel of La Finca Resort stands alongside one of the most picturesque.. 24/01/2020

24th January to 13th April, Mirada Oculta, photography exhibition by José Carlos Ñíguez at the Roman Theatre museum in Cartagena An unusual perspective showing details at the 2,000-year-old Teatro Romano of Cartagena An exhibition of photographs showing unusual perspectives of details of the Roman Theatre in Cartagena is being held at the Teatro Romano museum until 13th April under..

Great multi-ownership opportunities at La Quinta in La Manga ClubWeek-long visiting rights at the exclusive La Quinta Club within one of the finest golf resorts in Europe The prestigious La Quinta Club, one of the most acclaimed multi-ownership members clubs in Europe, is currently offering a limited number of new membership..

Six of the best aesthetic treatments at the Clínica Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena State-of-the-art skin rejuvenation therapy at the leading clinic in its field in the Costa Cálida The Diaz Caparrós clinic is a privately-run centre in the city of Cartagena which offers a range of services and treatments including aesthetic..

Bike hire, cycling holidays, carbon road bike rentals and sales with Murcia Bike Hire Bicycle hire and sales for all levels of cyclists in the Costa Cálida Cyclists who have explored the Region of Murcia on two wheels often describe it as an undiscovered paradise for those who share their passion, with large expanses of both flat..

Restylane Skinboosters at the Clínica Díaz Caparrós in CartagenaState-of-the-art skin rejuvenation therapy at the leading clinic in its field in the Costa Cálida The Diaz Caparrós clinic is a privately-run centre in the city of Cartagena which offers a range of services and treatments including aesthetic..

Los Alcazares Duplicate Bridge Club Los Alcazares Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday The Club has been running for fifteen years. The membership is very international and although mainly from the UK, we also have a number of Spànish, German, French and..

The Augusteum, a Roman temple in Cartagena dedicated to the Emperor Augustus A temple to elevate the Emperor of Rome to the status of a deity in the city of Carthago Nova The Romans conquered the Carthaginian city of Qart Hadasht in 209 BC, renaming it Carthago Nova, and almost 150 years later (between 54 and 45 BC) the administrative..

La Casa de la Fortuna, a 2,000-year-old Roman residence in Cartagena A glimpse into the lives of the wealthy merchants of Carthago Nova The Romans conquered the Carthaginian city of Qart Hadasht in 209 BC, renaming it Carthago Nova, and almost 150 years later (between 54 and 45 BC) the administrative and economic importance..

The Civil War air raid shelter museum in Cartagena The Refugio Museo de la Guerra Civil in the centre of Cartagena Looking at the serenity and beauty of the port in Cartagena today it can be hard to envisage the destruction that the city suffered during the years of the Spanish Civil War between 1936..

The Punic Wall Interpretation Centre in Cartagena Remains of the 2,200-year-old Carthaginian "Muralla Púnica" which failed to protect the city from the Romans This centre contains part of the remains of the original wall which encircled the city during the period immediately before the..

Golf Delux is Continental Europe´s biggest artificial grass adventure golf course Los Alcazares.A fun family venue with refreshments and snack menu on site. Open all year. This isn´t a Crazy Golf Course, although Golf Delux have got one of those on site as well, but a challenging mini golf course which is not only tremendous fun for the whole..

The Roman Forum District museum in the Molinete archaeological park in Cartagena The remains of a thermal baths complex and a temple to the deities Isis and Serapis on the Molinete hill in Cartagena When the importance of Carthago Nova, the Roman city which evolved into Cartagena, became clear during the 20th century one of the.. 26/11/2019

Professional advice on hearing loss relief at Clínica Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena Hearing loss impacts all aspects of your life and hearing aids can provide a partial solution Hearing plays a major role in our quality of life, from our emotional well-being and physical health to our careers and leisure activities. Yet millions of people..

Sudden deafness treatment at Clínic Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena Sudden hearing loss is most common in people aged 40 to 55 and requires rapid treatment Sudden sensorineural (“inner ear”) hearing loss (SSHL), commonly known as sudden deafness, is an unexplained, rapid loss of hearing either at once or over..

Exhibitions throughout the Murcia Region There are always a considerable number of exhibitions on display throughout the Murcia Region in dedicated exhibition spaces and public buildings, all of which are free of charge to visitors. See the scrolling feed below for a selection of current..

Video Murcia Gota Fria 2019. Waste, plastics and agricultural debris washed into the Mar Menor. Millions of litres of water flowed down into the Mediterranean and Mar Menor from inland areas of the region during the Gota Fría, gathering agricultural materials, mud and debris as they went. Although huge quantities of mud and debris.. 14/09/2019

Every Friday at the La Encarnación Hotel and restaurant in Los AlcázaresEvery Friday the Hotel in Los Alcázares offers a musical accompaniment to dinner. Each week the hotel La Encarnación in Los Alcazares offers shows for diners at the hotel restaurant. Friday evenings, from 19.30 onwards Pedro..

The Tenors opera show at the Hotel La Encarnacion in Los Alcázares every SaturdayEvery Saturday the Hotel in Los Alcázares offers a musical accompaniment to dinner Diners at the Hotel La Encarnación in Los Alcázares can enjoy some musical accompaniment courtesy of The Tenors, Roberto Di Parma and Manuel Meseguer..

Flamenco in the Hotel La Encarnacion Los Alcázares every SundayThis is the oldest hotel in Los Alcázares Every Sunday evening the historic La Encarnación Restaurant in Los Alcázares offers a Flamenco dance show given by members of the Raquel Peña association for those dining in the hotel restaurant..

Every Monday Friendship Group coffee morning Los AlcázaresMake new friends in the Los Alcázares area of the Mar Menor Join the Mar Menor group on Facebook for info about Los Alcázares, San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar, Torre Pacheco, La Unión and Cartagena and keep up to date with all..

Mexican Mariachi band every Wednesday at the Hotel La Encarnacion in Los AlcázaresEnjoy an atmospheric dinner at the oldest hotel in Los Alcázares Every Wednesday evening the historic La Encarnación Restaurant in Los Alcázares offers a special Mexican atmosphere, with live music provided by a Mariachi band which begins..

Every Tuesday the Hotel Encarnación in Los Alcázares offers live entertainmentLive entertainment every week at the Hotel la Encarnación Visitors to the Hotel La Encarnación in Los Alcázares can enjoy an evening of mixed Maestro music from 8 p.m onwards every Tuesday. Table booking for these weekly events is..

Every Tuesday: Brewery tours of Another Planet Brewing in Torre Pacheco Visit a Murcian artisan brewery and enjoy the flavour of hand-crafted beers Every Tuesday at 5pm: booking essential! Another Planet is an independent micro-brewery which strives to supply the best in English and American craft beers to the Costa..

9th to 11th April La Unión Minerals and Fossils Fair The 24th annual Feria de Minerales y Fósiles in La Unión The municipality of La Unión has a long tradition of activity associated with mining, the mines in the Sierra Minera dating back over 2,000 years, and every year the town holds..

Intensive and long-term Spanish language courses at the Funcarele school in Cartagena Learning Spanish is fun and effective at the only Instituto Cervantes school in Cartagena Funcarele caters for students of all ages and abilities As well as being an unfulfilled aim of many British expats living in the Costa Cálida, learning..

The very best deafness and hearing treatments at Clínica Díaz Caparrós in CartagenaAt Díaz Caparrós Clinic we can help evaluate hearing loss and treat it with the best systems available Hearing loss or impairment is one of the commonest complaints associated with aging, and at Clínica Díaz Caparrós in the..

Acrisal SM Glass curtains and enclosuresGlass Curtains and Enclosures, Mar Menor, Vega Baja, Cartagena Campo Enjoy your terrace and the outdoor lifestyle, even when the chill of winter drives other people indoors. Acrisal provides sliding glass enclosures for your outside space – balcony..

The best cosmetic and anti-aging medicine in the Region of Murcia at Clínica Díaz Caparrós in Cartagena Innovative treatments in aesthetic, anti-aging and regenerative medicine as well as dermocosmetics and ENT treatments Clínica Díaz Caparrós in the heart of Cartagena are the leading anti-aging treatment specialists in the Region of..

Menú del Día for 12.95 euros at Masala Cottage Indian restaurant in Los Alcazares Poppadums, starters, a main course, dessert and a drink every day of the week at Masala Cottage One of the most popular ways of sampling the genuine tandoori cuisine of Masala Cottage, on the main N-332 road leading out of Los Alcázares towards..

Masala Cottage in Los Alcazares for a taste of genuine tandoori cuisine Delicious Indian meals on the coastline of the Mar Menor Menu del Noche now available every night at Masala Cottage Indian restaurant. Priced at 14.95€ it includes Papadon, a choice of Starters, selection of Main Dishes with choice..

Boat trips from La Manga with Solaz LinesBoat trips from La Manga Solaz Lines have been in operation since 1988 and operate 2 boats, running inexpensive trips in La Manga and from Mazarrón. During the summer months they operate boat trips on a regular schedule and the..

MAM Solicitors for multilingual legal services in the Mar Menor area and the Costa Cálida Highly professional legal services and advice in the Region of Murcia with the emphasis on building personal trust Among the frustrations suffered by non-Spaniards buying a property in this country or living here for any length of time are the at times..

Etiquette Cycling holidays, Bike rental, pro bike hire and guided cycle tours in Murcia and the Costa Cálida Explorer and Performance Bike Hire and pro-style Guided Rides in the Mar Menor and the Region of Murcia Etiquette Cycling, based in the Mar Menor Golf Resort between Torre Pacheco and Los Alcázares on the shore of the Mar Menor, provide quality..

A complete range of architecture and interior design services from house extensions to bespoke beachfront villas, A&B Architects A&B Architects, Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura is a multilingual and multi-faceted firm of architecture and interior design based in the city of Murcia and offering..

Easy access to Self Storage from just 10€ per week between San javier and Corvera international airport MurciaBudget Storage units now available between Corvera international airport Murcia and San javier, Los Alcazares and La Torre Golf. Private individual storage units for just 10€ per week can be booked at the newly opened storage facility, San Javier (just..

Menú del Día 22.50€ at La Marquesita in the centre of CartagenaA quality dining experience close to the main shopping and sightseeing routes in Cartagena Restaurante La Marquesita is a hidden gem in Cartagena, concealed in a secluded square of the city, but close enough to the main urban centre of the city to be the..

Area Narejos Camping Park Mar Menor.Area Narejos is the new camper van site on the Mar Menor. With top-class facilities and easy access. The newly-opened Area Narejos camping site can provide you with a perfect spot for your camper van, giving you the chance to stay in this beautiful part of..

Caravanas Sangar Cartagena for Caravans Mobile Homes and accessoriesWhere to buy a Mobile Home or Caravan in the Region of Murcia Caravan Sangar offers a full spectrum of services associated with Caravanning, Motor Homes, Static mobile homes and a variety of portable cabins. Caravan Sangar also has a full service..

Marea Narejos Bar and Restaurant Area Narejos Camping Park Mar MenorFor a snack on the terrace to a fine evening dinner, Marea Narejos offers a quality dining experience in this part of San Javier Mar Menor. Bar-restaurant Marea Narejos is on the newly-opened Area Narejos camping park in the Mar Menor, just 5 minutes from..

Just Murcia PropertyMar Menor property sales, rentals, management and maintenance. Just Murcia Property consultancy works with clients who are looking to purchase property in the Mar Menor region of Murcia, Spain. They can also assist with rentals, management and maintenance..

Restaurante La Marquesita a secluded gem in the heart of Cartagena Elegant setting and menu, set meal options and sumptuous lunchtime set menu Restaurante La Marquesita is located in an attractively quiet location just a few metres from the main shopping streets of central Cartagena, where the shaded and sheltered outdoor..

Eriks Metalwork all types of metal work, welding, home security grills, decorative panels and repairs for the Murcia RegionMetal works, welding Service for home security grills, gates, fences etc. Plus property Fly Screens, all Murcia areas covered. Eriks Metal Work has been established since 1999 and has built up a good client portfolio in the Murcia area. Eriks offers..

La Quinta, an extended family of members and staff at the premium multi-ownership club in La Manga ClubContinuity, security and the constant drive to improve attract visitors back to La Quinta Club year after year The five-star La Quinta Club in the heart of La Manga Club, the most prestigious resort development in the Costa Cálida, has forged.. 21/02/2019

Exquisite dining at La Solana Bar and Restaurant in La Manga Club Genuine cuisine in the plush surroundings of La Quinta Club La Solana Bar & Restaurant is set in the heart of La Manga Club and is part of the renowned 5* La Quinta Club. It is open for drinks & food to members and non-members..

Cafe Bar Yemanja Cabo de Palos for snacks, tapas and light dishes.Where to Eat Cabo de Palos Yemanja is a friendly and welcoming Café bar situated in the marina area of Cabo de Palos offering a choice of snacks and main dishes with a mixture of flavours. Something for everyone a cafe bar Yemanja. Closed..

Missing Links English Butchers Los Belones, La Manga, Mar Menor MurciaEnglish Butchers in Los Belones continues to offer quality. Missing links open for business as normal. pre-order and collect. Missing Links is a well established British Butchers based in Los Belones in the Mar Menor area, close to the La Manga..

Leak Proof, for all your roof repairs and roofing installation needs in Alicante and the Region of MurciaRoof installation and roof repair specialists in the Costa Cálida and Costa Blanca. Leak Proof have been solving roofing problems in the province of Alicante and the Region of Murcia for over a decade, satisfying their customers with the 30-year guarantees..

Get ready for Golf this Autumn & Winter at Galaxy Golf with great deals on the new autumn and winter collection!Galaxy Golf are once again offering a fantastic 3 for 2 deal on a wide selection of men’s and women’s clothing in their Mar Menor Superstore and Campoamor store. Included in the offer is the all-new Autumn and Winter 2018 collection are well known..

Luxury outdoor furniture from Al Fresco Furniture Spain Supplying Murcia and the Costa Cálida with outdoor sofas, dining sets, daybeds and sun loungers The web based company, Al Fresco Furniture Spain, are suppliers of quality, luxurious garden and outdoor furniture, with a huge collection of dining..

Storage Solutions, short and long term storage, transport, removals, house clearance in Los Alcázares and Balsicas Covering Costa Blanca and all Murcia region.Pick-up and drop-off services, house removals and clearing, transport and storage solutions for Costa Blanca areas including, Alicante, Villa martin, Valencia, Orihuela, all of the Murcia Region including San Javier and Torrevieja. Conveniently..

Pro Piscinas Swimming Pool Construction, pool products & pool Supplies San JavierSwimming Pool Construction, Swimming pool products & swimming pool supplies from Pro Piscinas - San Javier Offer the very best in pool and jacuzzi installation and maintenance and other essential services in the Levante area. Above all..

Craft Beer Tours and Tasting at Another Planet Brewery Torre PachecoFrom English Bests to American Ambers, take the brewery tour and discover the best craft beers in Murcia Another Planet is an independent micro-brewery which strives to supply the best in English and American craft beers to the Costa Cálida and the..

MC Properties Los Alcazares MurciaMC Properties is owned and run by Mike Crossley and offers a unique combination of estate agency and property finder services. Mike brings to the table many years so experience and knowledge and can help guide you through the purchasing process..

Murcia Villas La Manga property sales Chris Whent runs the Murcia Villas La Manga office specialising in Property Sales. Chris has been living in Murcia full time since 2007 with his wife Jane. He and Jane set up and ran Murcia Villas La Torre before moving back to..

Meaty Melva is an ideal fish for Mediterranean cazuelas and guisosPepita’s Cazuela de Melva Empanada is a local recipe from Isla Plana Melva is just one of the environmentally sustainable fish species which can be used for this family recipe. Much has been written about the necessity to buy sustainable fish.. 21/05/2018

English language guided tours of Cartagena, Murcia and throughout the RegionGuided tours in Cartagena and Murcia Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is one of the few fully legal and qualified companies offering group outings, guided tours, and hiking excursions around the Region of Murcia and the province of Alicante, not only in English..

3.85km walk to Punta Negra from Playa de las Cañas in the regional park of CalblanqueA 3.85-kilometre stretch of the GR-92 walk on the coastal plain of the eastern Cartagena coastline Sendero del Mirador de Punta Negra. Distance: 3.85km, lineal walk. This gentle walking route on an unspoilt stretch of the Cartagena coastline in the..

Mediterranean cuisine in Cartagena; Restaurant Barrio de San Roque Barrio de San Roque offers innovation, quality and honest food in Cartagena City centre Those seeking quality Mediterranean cuisine in Cartagena can enjoy good honest food with contemporary flair in the restaurante Barrio de San Roque in Calle Jaboner..

The PR-MU 1 walking route on Cabezo de la Fuente in the regional park of CalblanqueA 7.8-kilometre walk with spectacular views of the Mediterranean coastline in Calblanque Sendero Circular al Cabezo de la Fuente PR-1 This circular route around the 336-metre mountain of Cabezo de la Fuente in the regional park of Calblanque, on the Mediterranean..

Discover the link between Corvera airport and a gastronomic speciality of San Javier! The rival airports are connected through one of the most illustrious families in the modern history of Murcia The 10th January 2018 marks the 95th anniversary of one of the major achievements of Juan de la Cierva y Codorniú, a Murcia-born.. 11/01/2018

Cartagena Roman Theatre Museum Where to go in Cartagena: the Roman Theatre Museum or Museo Teatro Romano The Roman Theatre Museum is in many ways the jewel in the crown of Cartagena. It is the most visited museum in the whole of the Region of Murcia Region, a beautifully structured..

Carthaginians crushed as Romans invade CartagenaLocals say Hannibal has let them all down by chasing off across the Alps to attack Rome CLICK ON GALLERY TO ENLARGE IMAGES Qart-Hadast is no more following a successful invasion by the Romans yesterday and local residents have awoken this morning.. 23/09/2017

Bargain 3 for 2 deals on autumn and winter clothing at Galaxy GolfGet ready for the winter with great deals on our new autumn and winter collection! Galaxy Golf are offering a fantastic 3 for 2 deal on a wide selection of men’s and women’s clothing in their Mar Menor Superstore and Campoamor store. Included..

Ross Motor English mechanics servicing Los Belones, La Manga and the Mar Menor area Full or part servicing, ITV, bodywork repairs, timing belts, complete diagnosis and much more Ross Motor are an expert team of English mechanics offering a wide range of mechanical services at competitive prices. The workshop is run by Craig, Brett..

IFEPA exhibition centre in Torre Pacheco IFEPA, Palacio de Ferias y Exposiciones Región de Murcia The IFEPA showground is a custom built exhibitions centre constructed on the outskirts of the Torre Pacheco municipality. Centrally located in the Region of Murcia , it is easily..

Sunday lunch, Tapas and practical Spanish meals with El Rey in BalsicasEl Rey offers down to earth Spanish hospitality El Rey Resto-Bar in Balsicas, good food and live entertainment in Costa Cálida golf country Spanish and English cuisine in a friendly family-run bar in Balsicas Offering Sunday roasts (during the..

Stylish home and garden furnishings from Jewell FurnitureSpecialists in quality Furniture packs and bespoke furniture in the Murcia Region Jewell Furniture have furnished properties in the Costa Calida region of Spain for 12 years and are a highly reputable supplier of quality furniture packs, offering 8 unique..

Flamenca Cars for Murcia and Alicante airport car hireCar rental for Murcia International Airport Corvera and Alicante airports and the Mar Menor area Flamenca Cars S.L. is an independent car hire company which has been servicing Murcia and Alicante airports since 2004, offering a personal and professional service..

San Javier Sports Centre and indoor swimming pool Patronato Deportivo Municipal de San Javier San Javier Sports centre and indoor swimming pool Explanada Mariano Rojas 1 30730 San Javier Telephone 968 57 31 05 More information can be found on the website at www.pdmsanjavier.com..

Weekly street markets in San Javier Regular markets throughout the municipality Spanish street markets are a great way to pick up some amazing bargains and offer an enormous range of products for sale, including clothes & accessories, shoes, beauty products, household items, soft furnishings..

Fly to La Manga club with new BA Heathrow service The new Heathrow to Murcia San Javier route starts on the 28th March The popularity of Spain’s famous La Manga Club as a holiday destination for sports enthusiasts, families and corporate travel is set to soar this summer with the launch.. 06/01/2017

Specialist Vehicles Group, used cars bought and sold San Javier Wide range of second-hand vehicles close to San Javier Airport SVG, Specialist Vehicles Group, has been trading since 1999, buying and selling used vehicles at all price levels. SVG are conveniently based close to San Javier Airport and their stock.. 15/09/2016

Galaxy Golf Superstore Los Alcazares and Campoamor for widest range of golfing equipment Galaxy Golf is guaranteed to make golfers of all ages and experience levels happy. With two superstores in Los Alcázares and Campoamor, Galaxy Golf offers the best selection of clubs and accessories, sporting apparel, shoes and sundries from all the top..

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

RC Mar Menor Sailing Group, March 2016 Spring series finals, Lo Pagan. Remote Control Sailing Group brave the wind in the Mar Menor! Wednesday saw the second and final round of the Easter Trophy series. The day started bright and sunny with the wind at about 4/5 knots. The course was set out in a triangle with the.. 08/04/2016

Overview of the beaches of Cartagena 72 coves and beaches offer a wide choice in Cartagena The large municipality of Cartagena has the largest number of beaches of any municipality in the Region of Murcia, and until the water quality problems increased in the Mar Menor was also the recipient..

Overview of the beaches of Los Alcázares Los Alcázares boasts 7 kilometres of fine sandy beaches The municipality of Los Alcázares, located in the south-east of the Murcia Region on the landward shore of the Mar Menor, boasts seven kilometres of fine sandy beaches, linked..

Introduction to San Javier beachesSan Javier boasts both Mar Menor and Mediterranean beaches San Javier has two distinct sections of beaches, one being in Santiago de la Ribera, close to the main centre of San Javier town, all of which are Mar Menor beaches, and the other on the opposite..

Overview of the beaches of San Pedro del PinatarSan Pedro del Pinatar has 14 kilometres of Mediterranean and Mar Menor beaches San Pedro del Pinatar offers visitors 14 kilometres of glorious beaches, with both Mediterranean and Mar Menor locations to choose from. In the Mar Menor, Villananitos, La Puntica..

Camping Park opens as Mar Menor Town halls clamps down on Wild Camping For some time, the town halls have been cracking down on wild camping in the Mar Menor area. Thanks to a tighter policy, it’s no longer so easy to find yourself a nice spot, pull over and ‘drop anchor’ as the local authorities are being..

Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, La Puebla The church of La Puebla maintains the original façade The main parish church of La Puebla is the most important currently used religious building in the Lentiscar area of the municipality of Cartagena, but it has had a relatively short history...

Sports facilities in Playa Paraíso (Playa Honda) Tennis, paddle tennis, gym and football in Playa Paraíso and Playa Honda The residential area of Playa Paraíso, next to Playa Honda at the southern end of the Mar Menor, boasts a municipal sports centre on Calle Himilce, which includes..

The marina of Los Urrutias An island marina on the inland shore of the Mar Menor in Los Urrutias The marina of Los Urrutias, officially known as the Club de Regatas Mar Menor, contains 258 mooring berths for boats with a maximum length of 12 metres and draft of 2 metres. In total..

Medical services in Los Urrutias (Mar Menor) Doctors surgery and chemists in Los Urrutias The Region of Murcia’s health service runs a small and rather forlorn-looking medical centre by the sports pitches near the seafront on Calle Ramos Carratalá, next to the Neighbours’ Association..

Property in Los Urrutias and Estrella de Mar Modern developments stand alongside the older town centre of Los Urrutias The town of Los Urrutias, on the western shore of the Mar Menor, grew into a popular summer destination for residents of the cities of Murcia and Cartagena and further afield in Spain..

Estrella de Mar residential area in Los Urrutias Chalets, townhouses and apartments in Estrella de Mar on the shore of the Mar Menor Estrella de Mar is a residential development just south of Los Urrutias on the western shore of the Mar Menor (see map) where the first streets were laid out in the 1980s..

The volcano of El Carmoli on the shore of the Mar Menor An interesting geological walk in El Carmolí with spectacular views over the Mar Menor The volcanic plug of El Carmolí, which rises to an altitude of 113 metres above sea level, is one of a series of 7-million-year-old andesite plugs which..

Residential property in El Carmoli (Mar Menor) The more modern properties lie higher up the mountainside in El Carmolí The small village of El Carmolí on the inland shore of the Mar Menor is not one of the Costa Cálida’s largest beach resorts, but the residential area which..

Flying around the gorgeous Mar Menor See the beautiful Mar Menor from the skies This beautiful video was filmed by Alvaro München and shows more graphically than words are capable of doing just what a glorious place the Mar Menor is. Enjoy, its a beautiful reminder of why so.. 08/08/2015

The batteries and gun emplacements at Castillitos and El Jorel, Cabo TiñosoCartagena Spain, following the military trail, Cabo Tiñoso ("the guns") These two battery emplacements are well worth a visit, whether you have any interest in military history or not, and are a great place to take the visitors..

The fishing port and leisure marina of Cabo de Palos The port and marina are still at the heart of activity in Cabo de Palos The fishing port and leisure marina of Cabo de Palos is at the very heart of the town on the southern shore of the headland, and offers mooring berths to a total of 185 craft of up to..

The mystery of pink and grey flamingoes in San Pedro del Pinatar explainedFlamingoes become pink if they follow a healthy diet An interesting little piece about the most emblematic visitors to the San Pedro del Pinatar Salinas Park appeared in a regional environmental journal this week explaining why some of the flamingoes.. 01/04/2015

Cabo de Palos lighthouse The lighthouse of Cabo de Palos has been in operation since 1865 The lighthouse in Cabo de Palos is without doubt the most representative building of the village, and has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest due not only to its historical and navigational..

Museo Minero, the mining museum in La Unión The history of La Unión is irrevocably linked to its mining past The history of La Unión is, to a large extent, the history of the mines which have been periodically exploited in the mountains to the south of the town for well over 2,500 years..

A&E waiting times: public versus private Private hospitals outdo Cartagena public health service Advertorial The bosses of the Santa Lucía public hospital in Cartagena recently announced proudly that waiting times in Urgencias (A&E) had been reduced by the introduction of a new.. 02/12/2014

8km, Geological walk, Cabezo de la Fuente in the Calblanque regional park Circular geological walk in the Cartagena municipality Sendero Circular Cabezo de la Fuente 8km Difficulty level: medium Start point, Las Cobaticas information centre, Cartagena, Mar Menor The Calblanque regional park,( Parque regional Calblanque..

4km Geological walk from Cala Reona to Salinas del Rasall in Calblanque The pleasant walk in Calblanque is of considerable interest to geologists Distance: 4km, one way Start point: Cala Reona Difficulty level: medium This 4-kilometre route, which begins in Cala Reona and ends at the Salinas del Rasall in the regional..

Opening hours Cartagena museums throughout the yearCartagena has a good selection of monuments and museums which can be visited in combination with exhibitions, trips out or concerts. The long and varied history of Cartagena has attracted a succession of different cultures, each leaving its own trace.. 14/10/2014

Go Karts Mar Menor, go-karting track between Los Alcázares and San Javier Go-karting in the Mar Menor at this extensive and professional facility The thrills of go-karting provide a great way to spend a day out with family, friends or workmates, and just a couple of minutes away from San Javier airport is Go Karts Mar Menor, an..

Parque de Aduana, San Pedro del Pinatar This park is often used for cultural events The Parque de Aduana is located between Calle Floridablanca and the Avenida del Mediterráneo and is an area often used for public events and open air concerts. Click for map, Parque de Aduana.. 31/07/2014

A mining morning out in La Unión Recommended excursions for groups or individuals La Unión lies within the Comarca del Mar Menor and is completely enclosed by the Cartagena municipality, so is an easy drive for anyone staying within the Mar Menor area or Cartagena. There are buses..

Guided walking in the Sierra Minera with the Fundación Sierra Minera This foundation offer guided routes through the mining area of La Unión The Fundaciòn Sierra Minera is a non-profit organisation which works to preserve the heritage of the Sierra Minera, and also engages in a number of educational activities..

PR-MU 88 Route 33 a 7km walk between La Unión and Portmán A seven-kilometre walk through the mountains and history of Portmán and La Unión The Carretera del 33 is a seven-kilometre walk through the mountains of the Sierra Minera between La Unión and the coastal town of Portmán, taking..

Calblanque regional park This is a good area for walking and also has several wild beaches The 1,882 hectares of Calblanque have been a protected nature reserve since 1987 in recognition of the fact that the area is one of the most typical of the coastline of the Region of Murcia..

Where is La Manga del Mar Menor La Manga lies within the administrative district of Rincón de San Ginés, Cartagena municipality There is a great deal of confusion over the definitions of "La Manga" in this corner of the Mar Menor. The administrative district of..

Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre Cartagena Murcia: open seven days a week Where to shop in Cartagena and the Mar Menor Murcia The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre is on the eastern outskirts of Cartagena, heading out of the city towards La Manga and the Mar Menor, and contains a full selection of shopping opportunities..

The Municipal Aeronautical Museum, Los Alcazares This is opposite the Los Alcázares Burguete Air Base This interesting museum is located in a distinctive 1930s building, opposite the historical airbase in Los Alcázares. The museum opened in 1999 to honour the history of the airbase, built..

Golf course and Club, La Peraleja Golf Resort Golf at La Peraleja Golf Resort The golf course, designed by Seve Ballesteros, offers an 18-hole par 72 course featuring large bunkers and lakes. The course has been open since 2008 and measures 6250 meters (6800 yards), one of the longer courses.. 24/08/2013

Talleres Felix Conesa English speaking Car Sales and full mechanic service Cartagena and Mar Menor.Car Sales, Repairs and Servicing Felix has been in the car trade for over 20 years and knows the business inside and out; he also speaks excellent English and provides a full and reliable mechanical service, including bodywork, paintwork, tyres, servicing..

Weekly Markets Mar Menor Regular Markets in the Mar Menor area Not all weekly markets are set in stone, and if they coincide with public holidays they may be cancelled or postponed. In addition, days can change, so if you're not sure a call to the relevant tourist office..

La Encarnacion Hotel Los Alcazares MurciaHistoric Los Alcazares Hotel La Encarnacion The Hotel and Balneario La Encarnación, is the most historic hotel in Los Alcázares, built right down on the beach front in a privileged position. It´s construction dates back to a period..

Be informed, property tax is calculated on the book value of property, not mid crisis prices The taxman does not understand the concept of bargain homes This is a very interesting aspect of the economic crisis and the decline in house price values, which is leaving bargain buyers with a nasty shock. The sale price of a home is one thing.. 26/02/2013

Designed and fitted kitchens with Kitchens Plus 1 San Pedro del PinatarQuality designed and fitted kitchens San Pedro del Pinatar Your one stop shop for quality kitchen’s fully designed and fitted. We cater for any requirement be it a single door or a complete fitted kitchen.

Tourist Information Office La Unión Oficina de Turismo de La Unión The tourist Information office in La Unión is located in the Casa del Piñón, one of the most important historical buildings in La Unión and the location of the Town Hall of La Unió..

Tourist Information Offices San JavierOficina de Turismo de San Javier The municipality of San Javier has three main offices giving tourist information to visitors, as well as two information points. The tourist offices are located in Santiago de la Ribera, on the ground floor of the town hall..

Cartagena, Mercado de Santa Florentina The Santa Florentina market in Cartagena The Santa Florentina market in Cartagena is a traditional indoor market and carries a vast range of foodstuffs, both fresh and dried, as well as a range of everyday household items. These markets were traditionally..

A Time 4 A Change second-hand furniture sales and purchases in the Mar Menor area Second-hand furniture, house clearances and removals based in El Algar and Los Alcázares A Time 4 A Change is run by Kerry and Danny, who took over the ownership of the business in January 2012 and have also opened a second store in Los.. 25/07/2012

Museo Naval CartagenaCartagena Naval Museum The Museo Naval of Cartagena transferred to its new location in May 2012. The Museum is located in a building which is generally referred to as the CIM building, CIM standing for Cuartel de Instrucción de Marinerí..

What to visit in Cartagena Main tourist attractions Cartagena Cartagena is a city steeped in history and has many fascinating locations to visit. These are the main attractions, although there are plenty of buildings and monuments of lesser importance which also make time spent..

History of Torre Pacheco Torre Pacheco, from Neanderthals to the 21st century The history of Torre Pacheco is defined by its geographical constitution, being a vast, flat area with rich soils, devoid of any natural rivers or springs, and offering little in the way of defensive.. 25/03/2012

Los Arcos del Mar Menor Hospital San Javier Hospital General Universitario Los Arcos del Mar Menor Pozo Aledo San Javier Central switchboard number 968 56 50 00 Fax 968 56 50 30 The Hospital los Arcos is on the outskirts of San Javier at Pozo Aledo, close to the AP-7 and C3319..

Basic Visitor information for San Pedro del Pinatar Tourism Information San Pedro del Pinatar. The municipality of San Pedro del Pinatar covers an area of 21.7 square kilometres, and possesses 14 kilometers of coastline, with beaches on both the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor. It has been popular.. 21/02/2012

San Pedro del Pinatar Mud Bathing Baños de Lodo, San Pedro del Pinatar Las Charcas, San Pedro del Pinatar Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, The water is only 7 metres deep at its lowest point, and is edged with kilometre after..

Parque Regional Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar The Regional Park of Las Salinas y Arenales of San Pedro del Pinatar The Regional Park of Las Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar is a wetland area which covers 856 hectares, and includes salt flats, dunes and beaches between the Mar Menor and..

Pabellón Municipal Principe de Asturias, San Pedro del Pinatar Badminton Club, Tennis Court Hire, Padel Court Hire Pabellon Municipal Principe de Asturias. Avenida Los Antolinos S/N San Pedro del Pinatar Telephone : 968 18 37 65 Click for map, Pabellon Municipal Principe de Asturias. This is.. 19/02/2012

Indoor Swimming Pool, San Pedro del Pinatar Piscina Municipal Cubierta Climatizada, San Pedro del Pinatar Piscina Municipal Cubierta Climatizada Avenida Los Antolinos S/N San Pedro del Pinatar Telephone: 968 185 825 Click for map, Avenida Los Antolinos S/N This is a large.. 19/02/2012

Tourist Information Office San Pedro del Pinatar Oficina de Turismo, San Pedro del Pinatar The municipality of San Pedro del Pinatar has one principal tourist information office which is open throughout the year, and then other tourist information points which open during the peak summer months. ..

A history of San Pedro del Pinatar The history of San Pedro del Pinatar is inextricably linked to its geography Situated between the Mar Menor, the largest natural saltwater lake in Europe, and the Mediterranean, its waters are rich in fish, natural mineral mud baths, the natural salinas..

Molino de Quintín, San Pedro del Pinatar The Quintín Windmill Windmills are a typical feature of the Mar Menor and inland area of the Cartagena Campo, carrying out a wide variety of tasks as an essential element of an agriculturally driven economy. There are several dotted around throughout..

The Roman Villa of La Raya La Raya, Roman Villa The Roman Villa of la Raya is a building which is believed to have been occupied from the second half of the 2nd century BC to the first decades of the 3rd Century AD, so roughly 150 BC to 300 AD, a period of about 450 years... 18/02/2012

Museo Municipal, Palacio Barón de Benifayó in San Pedro del PinatarThe Municipal Museum of San Pedro del Pinatar At the end of the 19th century San Pedro del Pinatar began to acquire a reputation as being THE place for the wealthy and elite of the city of Murcia to spend the hot months of summer, due in no..

The Las Salinas visitors centre in San Pedro del PinatarInformation about the regional park of the salt flats and sand dunes of San Pedro del Pinatar The natural park of the salt flats and dunes Salinas is an integral part of the identity of San Pedro del Pinatar, and is one of its core tourism attractions..

The monument to the Héroes de Cavite in CartagenaThe Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the Héroes de Cavite The Plaza del Ayuntamiento is one of the focal points of the city of Cartagena, home to the Roman Theatre and Town Hall, with the tourist office at its foot, a place where various streets meet..

The Restaurant Hotel La Encarnación Los Alcazares A La Carte Menu, Tapas and snacks The Hotel and Balneario La Encarnación, is the most historic hotel in Los Alcázares, built right down on the beach front in a privileged position. It´s construction dates back to a period..

San Antonio Balneario La Encarnación Snack bar and Restaurant A historic bathing platform jutting out over the Mar Menor A superb place for an authentic paella, cocktail, ice cream, coffee or well priced lunchtime menu. Address details: Balneario La Encarnación Paseo Manzanares Los Alcázares Telephone..

Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucia The Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía recognises Cartagena´s glassmaking traditions Cartagenas new glass museum, the Museo del Vidrio de Santa Lucía, has now opened its doors to the public and is up and running as an exhibition facility.. 11/10/2011

Parque Minero La Unión La Mina Agrupa Vicenta La Unión. Visitors to the Parque Minero go down 80 metres into a 4000 square metre mineworking, complete with glowing orange lake The Parque Minero in La Unión opened in the summer of 2010, following 7 years of work..

Heat exhaustion and heatstroke, how to recognise the symptomsWhat to do if you think someone is suffering from heatstroke or heat exhaustion Those of us from the UK are not accustomed to the extreme heat in Spain and it´s quite common for those new to Spain and holidaymakers to end up suffering from heat exhaustion..

Playa Paraiso Mud Bathing Cartagena Romans swore by these mud beauty treatments Covering an area of 170km, the Mar Menor is the largest salt water lake in Europe, and is a mecca for sportspeople, the unique conditions creating perfect sailing winds, the enclosed waters..

Where to park a Camper van or high topped car in Cartagena centre Where to park in Cartagena Centre if you´ve got one of these or a high car. To be honest, it´s not easy. Much of the parking in Cartagena is in underground carparks, and the street parking is narrow and difficult for campers to find..

The church of Santa María de Gracia in CartagenaLa Iglesia de Santa María de Gracia, Cartagena The church lies between the Calle del Aire and the Calle de San Miguel. The main entry is in Calle Aire, and the side entrance is used during Semana Santa, when those taking part in the processions enter..

Museo de San Javier in San Javier The San Javier Museum The San Javier Museum is an interesting snapshot into local life, showing the history of the municipality from pre-history through to its ròle as the modern day home of the Spanish Air Academy. It also has a separate..

Tourist information office Cartagena Spain Oficina de turismo de Cartagena Cartagena tourism information Where to find basic tourism information and information about historical sites and places to visit in Cartagena, Spain. Cartagena has a wealth of historical sites, including the Roman..

The Matildes Mine in El Beal El Centro de interpretación de la Mina las Matildes, La Unión The La Unión area has been exploited for its mineral wealth for more than 2000 years, feeding the growth of Cartagena and leaving a legacy of distinctive landscapes which..

History of San Javier The Mar Menor plays a crucial role in the story of San Javier The history of San Javier, as is the case of other municipalities in this area, is influenced to a huge degree by its location on the inland shore of the Mar Menor, the largest saltwater lagoon..

Museo Parroquial San Javier An interesting little museum within the parroquial church of San Francisco Javier Parroquia San Francisco Javier Plaza de la Iglesia (Calle Luis Garay, 6, 30730) San Javier Telephone 968 571 085 The Museo Parroquial de San..

Rambla de El Cañar, Isla Plana- TallanteA 7km walk along the Rambla de El Cañar, Tallante-Isla Plana, PR-15 Level: Easy The rambla runs from the coast at Isla Plana through inland to the village of Tallante, marked on maps as the PR-15. The walk is along a rambla, a dry waterway..

Cartagena Burial Necropolis 3rd-7th century Cartagena, Necropolis in the Museo Arqueologico The Necropolis on which the Municipal Archaeological museum is built was discovered and excavated in 1967, covering an area of 700 square metres in total. It is located on the banks of what was formerly..

A good incentive to overcome my diving problems, by LaurenceDiving in the Region of Murcia, overcoming issues by undertaking shore dives and its amazing where these sports can take you One of the main reasons for choosing Murcia as a home was the Mar Menor, and the stretch of Mediterranean coastline which ran.. 29/07/2010

Parking in Cartagena, Locations and heights of Underground car parks Where to park in Cartagena Spain, Public Car Parks. There are several options for parking in Cartagena, all of which give easy access to both tourist attractions, cultural centres or shopping areas. There is on-street parking throughout the city..

Parking in Cartagena, Metered parking areas Where to park in Cartagena, On street metered parking There are three different zones for on-street parking. Blue Zone These zones are dedicated for short-term traffic, namely for periods of more than half an hour, but less than two hours 10 minutes..

Hospitals, Emergency numbers and health consultorios, Cartagena Cartagena Spain, Hospitals, Emergency Numbers and Consultorios in the Cartagena Municipality The Rosell and the Santa Lucia both have 24 hour Emergency departments. Hospital Santa Maria del Rosell Paseo Alfonso XIII, 61 Emergency..

The Cartagena tourist boat, trips around the bay and to the Fuerte de Navidad This popular tour shows many of the hillside defence fortifications which have protected Cartagena over the centuries A stop-off at the Fuerte de Navidad is a popular option among visitors to the city The historical importance of the city of Cartagena..

MURAM, Museum of Modern Art, Museo Regional de Arte Moderno The MURAM in Cartagena is the Region of Murcia's most important modern art museum This museum is housed in the Palacio Aguirre, one of the most architecturally important buildings of Cartagenas modernist movement. It is located..

Cabo de Palos, visiting the lighthouse and marina area, a great ride out for bikers. Where to go Mar Menor, walk up to the lighhouse at Cabo de Palos or enjoy an ice cream in the busy Marina. Cabo de Palos is a small peninsula which juts out into the Mediterranean sea, on one side stretching out along unspoilt coastline towards Cartagena..

Cartagena, La Chapa anti shipping and anti submarine batteries, by Portman Bay Cartagena Spain, The La Chapa battery formerly held 4 Vickers152.4mm anti shipping guns Located in the shadow of the Portman lighthouse, this is an easily visited historical site which can be explored in conjunction with the Cenizas and Negrete batteries..

Cartagena, Cenizas and Negrete Military Batteries Cartagena Spain, The Cenizas Battery and Negrete Anti-aircraft Battery Cartagena military batteries These are within a very short drive of the La Chapa Battery (click La Chapa) which is just down the road in the Bay of Portmán, so it..

Plants to be aware of if you are prone to allergies and hay feverSpanish gardening problems, Olives and conifers have surprisingly high pollen counts Many of those moving out here and gardening for the first time in Spain may not be aware of the increased risks of allergies and hay fever when planting certain types of plants..

Following the Military Trail , Cartagena, 20th century Locations with a Military History in Cartagena The Batteries of Castillitos and El Jorel at Cabo Tinoso 44 elements covered every angle of attack and batteries were constructed in a ring which encircled Cartagena and out along the coast as part of..

Cartagena Spain, The Military Museum Cartagena Spain, El Museo Militar The Military museum, Cartagena Spain Anyone with an interest in military history or weaponry could lose themselves in this museum for days, as it is absolutely bulging at the seams with all things military. There..

Visiting the Fuerte de Navidad fortress in Cartagena by car, a roundabout route with interesting detours Discover the timeless fishing village of La Algameca hidden in a small rocky inlet Since its restoration and conversion into a small museum between 2004 and 2007 the fortress of the Fuerte de Navidad has become a popular destination for visitors to the..

The panoramic lift in Cartagena, great views of the city and the port alongside the Castillo de la Concepción Superb panoramic photos of Cartagena, a historic park and a local history museum in the castle The panoramic lift in Cartagena is by far the most practical way to reach the highest point in the city, where the 13th and 14th century fortress of the Castillo..

The Fuerte de Navidad, a well-preserved 18th century military fortress in the bay of Cartagena A small museum, great views and an insight into the military history of the port of Cartagena For millennia Cartagena has been a safe haven for sailors on account of its natural protected harbour, where the bay is surrounded by rocky outcrops which facilitate..

Cabo de Palos,Cartagena Mar Menor , Med side offers secluded coves and volcanic rock Mar Menor beaches, Levante beach is fine and sandy with lifeguard facilities, Med side, wild and rocky Cabo de Palos is a small peninsula which juts out into the Mediterranean sea, stretching out along unspoilt coastline towards Cartagena on..

ARQUA, Marine Archaeology Museum, Cartagena Cartagena, ARQUA, Museo Nacional de Arqueologia Subacuatica. Located in the Paseo del Muelle Alfonso XII, next to the cruise ship terminal, this museum has been designed as a window into the world of underwater archaeology, the cutting edge building housing..

The Muralla Bizantina, Cartagena, art gallery and archaeological siteThe Muralla Bizantina also contains remains of the Roman Theatre in its basement This is an interesting location, and can be added into any Cartagena itinerary as it is both a very attractive art gallery which hosts some excellent exhibitions and a historical..

Cartagena, Museo Arqueologico Municipal, Archaeological Museum Museo Arqueológico Municipal Enrique Escudero de Castro in Cartagena The archaeological museum is a fascinating place to visit as its actually constructed around the archaeological site of a burial necropolis which was in use for approximately 400..

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