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It all so easy to enjoy the golden sands and clear clean sea that the Costa Calida
has to offer. Starting with the search for the chosen spot is all so important,
plant the umbrella, make home for the cool box and lay the towel, marking your territory your
place! Whether it be sitting and not doing anything other than relax and recharge,
listening to the sounds of the wave caressing the shore while drifting in and out
of a dreamy nap, taking a stroll, building sandcastles with the children or grandchildren,
playing a game of racket ball or volleyball, reading a favourite novel or simply passing
the hours people watching, you are guaranteed a wonderful time.
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During the summer months in the larger of the coastal towns Chiringuitos (beach bars)
are erected, some smaller than others, some discreet, some playing music and others
that are so peaceful that you just sit back on the shore and listen to the calming sounds
of the Mediterranean. Try them all until you find a favourite!!!
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If you are looking for something a little more adventurous, Kite Surf is the
newest sport to hit the Costa’s, on any given day when the wind is slightly higher
than your normal hairdryer speed you will find the enthusiasts flying high above the waves
of the Mediterranean bouncing along the sea with finesse. The combination of surfing
and kite flying is an energetic sport and is equally exciting for the spectators.
There are kite surf instructors and clubs if you wanted to enrol in some beginner’s
lessons, ask those already taking part in the sport to find out who can teach you.
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Remember to apply plenty high factor sun cream before setting out for a day on
the beach, the Spanish sun during the summer months can be very strong,
you will also find as the famous saying goes “Only Mad Dogs and English men go out in
the mid day sun” that between 1pm and 4pm the beaches are less crowded as the
Spanish go home to eat and siesta in this time, perhaps a good lead to follow.
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The Blue flag of water and beach quality flies over the beaches of the Costa
Calida. The sun shines over the Mediterranean for almost 3000 hours a year,
creating sensational and often dramatic sunrises and sunsets.
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Aguilas
The Costa Calida has a wealth of charming beach resorts, Aguilas in the most southern tip
of the Murcian Region is just 20 minutes from Lorca. The coastal areas covers a total of 35km,
overlooked by the beautiful castle of San Juan de Juan de Aguilas. Other than the 35 coves stretching
the sandy coastline, roman remains can still be found including baths dating from 1st to 4th century.
Opposite the breakwater of El Hornillo, lies the Isle of El Fraile, a small island covered with
rocky slope sea bottoms and seaweed colonies, ideal for those interested in diving. The climate for
this region is incredible, with approx 3200 hours of sunlight and an average temperature of 25.2c
makes this an ideal paradise for nautical tourism. The town of Aguilas still conserves its seafaring
tradition and the long standing tourist industry. With a good choice of sailing and diving clubs you can
choose courses with qualified teachers from light sailing boat courses to diving classes.
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Calabardina situated 10 minutes north from Aguilas is a much smaller village with
pretty streets, popular with scuba divers and water sports and a public slipway
for small boat launches. The beach is suitable for small children and is lined with palm trees.
The beaches and coves on the Lorca Coast are all within easy reach of Lorca, from
Larga to Calnegre you will find a good selection of coastline with excellent facilities and
clean sands and calm sea. The Beaches along the Lorca Coast are:
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o Larga
o Cala Blanca
o Los Hierros
o Cala Lena
o Cala De la Gruta
o Junquera
o Cuartel del Ciscar
o Cala Honda
o El Fiscal
o San Pedro
o Bano de las Mujeres
o Calnegre
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The Murcian coast line is famous for diving and is probably the best diving area along
the Mediterranean. The nautical resort of the Mar Menor provides you with all opportunities
to hire equipment and take classes. The Saltwater Lagoon has favourable conditions for taking part
in aquatic sports with approximately 315 days of sunshine per year and average temperatures of 18c.
Through out the year choose from over 20 different water sports to learn or improve,
from jet skiing, sailing to diving or surfing. To discover the real underwater experience,
five miles north of the Cabo de Palos is the Islas Hormigas Marine reserve.
The main purpose of the reserve being protection, regeneration and development in the interest of the
fishermen also offering diving and environmental education. The bottom of the sea bed
is full of coral and sea life.
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