Sun-drenched Murcia family breaks beckon with great value summer deals

Families looking for a sun-soaked beach holiday can take advantage of some fantastic packages in Spain's marvellous Region of Murcia over the coming months – with four night half-board packages for a family of four available from €640 (approx £534).
 
The whole family can unwind in the region that is known  as 'the Home of Sun', with Murcia boasting an enviable sun record of more than 300 days' sunshine a year and an average summer temperature of 26°C.
 
The Costa Calida, or warm coast, has 252 kilometres of coastline to be enjoyed, with 30 beaches boasting the acclaimed 'Q' Flag tourist quality mark and 26 beaches certified by the Blue Flag - more than any other region in Spain.
 
Visitors can check in at Hotel La Cumbre – just 500 metres from the seafront – and enjoy spectacular views across the Mazarrón Bay. A family of four can experience four nights half-board from €640 (approx £534).
 
The Mazarrón boasts a wide array of sealife – it is one of the very few places in Europe where people can experience the excitement of watching dolphins, sperm whales and pilot whales.
 
Aside from the beach, visitors may wish to take a short trip to visit the Mazarrón Fort and enjoy the exceptional views across Murcia's mountainous landscape.
 
For visitors seeking an active holiday there are opportunities to enjoy a wide variety of land-based activities including cycling, hiking, climbing and paragliding. Visitors can also experience an array of water sports with beginners' lessons in surfing, kayaking and scuba diving available in abundance along the coast.
 
For holidaymakers keen to experience some of the local events on offer, there is something going on to keep the whole family entertained. A host of big events and festivals take place throughout the year including the international music festival 'SOS 4.8' in Murcia at the beginning of May, or the Cante de las Minas in August, one of the biggest events in the world flamenco calendar.
 
For more information or to make a reservation at Hotel La Cumbre, visit hotellacumbre.com.
 
To find out more about the Region of Murcia, visit murciaturistica.es.