Costa Calida Holidays

The name translates as ‘warm coast’ and it won’t take you long to see why. Costa Calida holidays are, first and foremost, about making the most of this sun-kissed stretch of Spain’s eastern coast. Anyone seeking sunshine, or a warm climate in winter, will be well-served by the region’s many sandy beaches. But holidays to Costa Calida aren’t just about the weather. The area is also perfect for fans of cultural and culinary excursions, thanks to towns such as Mazarrón, San Javier and the larger, buzzier city of Cartagena. These destinations are packed with local history, museums and tapas around every corner, plus bars and clubs for those wanting to stay out late.

Anyone looking to work up a sweat before cooling off in the ocean will appreciate the range of activities on offer, with opportunities for tennis, cycling, golf and horse-riding. If they don’t take your fancy, you could head straight to the sea and get to grips with a variety of water sports. Costa Calida also delivers when it comes to practicalities. It’s an easy region to navigate with a car and you’ll never be far from shops or facilities. But you probably won’t worry about that, as you’ll have eased into the laid-back, ‘warm coast’ lifestyle from all that beach time.