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10 October 2012 The Region of Murcia www.murciaturistica.es is an ideal leisure and sport destination for UK travellers. Just over two hours from the UK by plane, it offers year-round sunshine with an average temperature of 19.4ºC and 315 days of sun a year. The Region of Murcia is located in the south-east of Spain in a privileged setting within the Mediterranean Basin, and covers an area of 11,317 km2, including 252km of coastline known as the Costa Cálida or warm coast. Visitors can take their pick from numerous sandy beaches; a variety of water sports and diving; 21 top-quality golf courses, all within easy reach of each other; delicious culinary delights; relaxing Mar Menor spas; and the opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside and regional parks. The Mar Menor is a saltwater lagoon covering an area of 170km2. It boasts warm shallow waters – which are always calm – gentle wind, sheltered coastline and modern hotel and sports infrastructure make it the ideal setting for water sports at any time of year, for all tastes and ages. Here visitors can enjoy kite surfing, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, water skiing and much more. In addition, diving is available in Cabo de Palos, Islas Hormigas and Isla Grosa, allowing you to explore the fascinating sea beds, from historical wrecks to amazing underwater landscapes. There is always something going on with a host of big events and festivals taking place throughout the year such as the international music festival ‘SOS 4.8’, in Murcia at the beginning of May, or the varied summer festivals including ‘La Mar de Músicas’ in Cartagena or the International Jazz Festival in San Javier, both in July. Visitors can also enjoy August’s ‘El Cante de Las Minas Flamenco Festival’ in La Unión. The Region of Murcia is the perfect Spanish destination for holidays at any time of the year, whatever your passion. Source: Murcia Turismo