La Manga holidays

This stunning spit of land in southern Spain has everything you need for a great sunshine break. ...

Holidays in La Manga are something special. La Manga del Mar Menor (to give it its full title), or ‘The Sandbar of the Minor Sea', is a coastal spit in the region of Murcia on the sun-drenched Costa Calida, which is close to the Costa Blanca. Its long and narrow mass has been steadily developed over the years to become a destination crammed with high-rise hotels, top restaurants and holiday amenities. Wherever you stay, you shouldn't have a problem getting a sea-view room in La Manga: the strip boasts cream and gold Mediterranean Sea beaches on both sides.

La Manga holidays can be taken in one of the hotels on the spit or amid the lush hills that look down upon this unique seascape. Inland hotels offer easy access to the golf courses that attract so many sporty types to the area. The famous La Manga Club Resort is a sporting mecca for amateurs and professionals, while there are also lots of other activities, especially water-based sports, on offer around La Manga del Mar Menor.

Those taking La Manga breaks will usually fly into Murcia Airport or Alicante Airport, with transfers to their hotel of choice. Consider booking car hire, with collection at the airport, to save money on the cost of transfers and to get about with ease. The ancient Roman city of Cartagena is just half an hour by road from La Manga, while beautiful Murcia can be reached in 45 minutes. These two cities alone make car hire worthwhile for exciting day trips, though you'll also want to delve into the local beach scene when you have four wheels at your disposal.

Stay in one of the many self-catering apartments on the spit or opt for a hotel that provides breakfast. Half-board and all-inclusive stays are popular here too. La Manga all-inclusive hotels usually offer high levels of service and luxurious facilities for guests who want their holidays neatly packaged under one roof.

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