- La Torre Golf Resort is part of the Nicklaus Golf Trail
- 15 mins to the lovely beaches of the Mar Menor & Mediterranean
- 20 mins to the beautiful cities of Murcia & Cartagena
- 25 mins to Terra Natura widlife park & Aqua Natura water park
- 30 mins to Calblanque National Park (unspoilt beaches, crystal clear waters & mountain backdrop)
- Scenic Sierra de Carrascoy mountains and El Valle on your doorstep
- Holy City of Caravaca de la Cruz can be visited in a day
The Costa Calida ('the warm coast')/Murcia, a relatively undiscovered and unspoilt area of Spain, offers visitors the chance to discover the real Spain. It has the mildest climate in Spain with the most sunny days and temperatures in excess of 28º C in summer, 20º C in spring/autumn and 15º C in winter. There is 250 km of coastline along two seas: the warm waters of the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean, offering wonderful beaches. It is a land of contrasts, so as well as the fantastic beaches, there are mountainous national parks, lush forests and huge plains.
The diversity of the landscape, the privileged climate and the cultural and historical richness make Murcia the perfect region to enjoy the outdoors: practise water sports or learn to sail on the tranquil Mar Menor (the clear waters make the Murcian coast one of the best places in Spain for scuba diving), take a mud bath, explore its mountains, go hiking, and of course, play golf on one of the numerous golf courses.
Play golf on one of the numerous golf courses in the area
The Nicklaus Golf Trail, a circuit which currently boasts 3 courses: La Torre, El Valle & Hacienda Ricquelme. The best golf experience in Europe - accessed by free shuttle from La Torre Golf Resort.
http://www.nicklausgolftrail.esCities of Murcia, Cartagena, Lorca & Caravaca de la Cruz
Murcia & Cartagena are both just a 20 min drive away. Both cities offer wonderful architecture, fabulous shopping, bars and restaurants, old squares and sites of historic interest, such as the remains of the Roman ampitheatre in Cartagena. The baroque city of Lorca & the holy city of Caravaca de la Cruz are further away but each can be visited in a day. Caravaca de la Cruz is the fifth holiest city in the world after Santiago de Compostela, Santo Toribio de Liébana, Rome and Jerusalem.
Fish restaurants on the beach at Santiago de la Ribera
Dine by the sea in one of the wonderful fish restaurants on the beach at Santiago de la Ribera. Frequented mainly by locals which indicates what good value and quality these restaurants offer in such a lovely location.
Calblanque Natural Park
Calblanque is a remote and almost untouched stretch of coast. This designated natural park enjoys secluded bays, solitude and an abundance of wild birds and flowers. Boardwalks criss–cross the sand dunes leading down to the beaches, with paths along the coast. The beaches are great for scuba diving and snorkelling as the sea is very clear. The area is abundant in wildlife and you may see: cypress groves, badgers, sea turtles, eagles, the eagle owl, the green woodpecker and flamingoes.
Terra Natura Wildlife Park/Aqua Natura
A new-generation wildlife park – a new concept in habitat design which will enable you to come into contact with the animals as if there were no barriers between you – at least, no visible ones! The park is divided into two themed areas: the African Savannah and the Iberian Peninsula. You can see more than 300 animals some of which are in serious danger of extinction. The Aqua Natura water park aims to recreate the Indian Ocean archipelago. It offers a really refreshing oasis of relaxation.
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