Puerto de Mazarron is a port town that has a brand new multimillion Euro marina with underground parking, shops bars and restaurants situated along the quayside and beautiful sandy beaches just 5 mins drive.

Here you can arrange sailing to discover the 35 km of untouched beaches and coves or try windsurfing, water/jet skiing or book a day out deep sea fishing or just enjoy a relaxing boat trip.

Visit the 6th Century castle, churches and ancient watchtower. Out and about head to Ciudad Encantada - an enchanted town.

In the town you will find large supermarkets, shops, fashionable boutiques and upmarket department stores.

Hacienda del Alamo is one of the largest and widest 18 hole golf course in Europe. The course will entertain all levels of golfers with its beautiful lakes, waterfalls and wide fairways. Prices start from as little as 60 Euros/£54. For booking information visit their website.

Torrevieja Water Park or Torrevieja Aquopolis is one of the biggest waters parks on the Costa Blanca. If you enjoy water parks, slides and crazy rides you will not be disappointed. For more information visit their website and look for ‘water park’. Estimated travel time 1hr 45 mins.

Terra Natura, located to the west of Murcia, is a wildlife park where you can discover the “zooimmersion” experience. The park is divided into two themed areas; the African Savannah and the Iberian Peninsula. You can see more than 300 animals, shows, entertainment and adventure activities. Also based at Terra Natura is a water park known as Zanzibar with a children’s zone, slides, gentle chutes, or for the more adventurous ‘kamakarz’ and ‘Speed Hole’ rides. It also offers a really refreshing oasis of relaxation. For more information on Terra Natura visit their website estimated journey time 1hr 45 mins but well worth it!