La Manga holidays

Located on the Costa Calida, on the shores of the Mar Menor, is the resort of La Manga. The Mar Menor is Europe's biggest salt-water lagoon and boasts a 45-mile coastline, which is sprinkled with traditional Spanish villages. La Manga is an upmarket resort that boasts three world-class golf courses, Europe's biggest salt-water lagoons, an abundance of water sports, a glitzy casino, fine restaurants, luxury hillside villas and beautifully manicured gardens. Holidays in La Manga have an air of exclusivity, and as a result are not suited to those on a very tight budget - you should expect to pay more than in Benidorm and Torremolinos. The sandy beaches of La Manga stretch for mile after mile - the beachside restaurants and bars bustle with life until late at night during the summer months, but you'll always be able to find a quiet spot for some undisturbed sun soaking. Visitors can drive 43 miles northwest of La Manga to the historic city of Murcia, which is bursting with museums, monuments and beautiful 19th-century architecture. Alternatively, the ancient port of Cartegena features archaeological museums and the ruins of a Roman theatre. The Costa Calida enjoys over 320 days of sunshine each year, making holidays in La Manga a popular choice year-round.