Parents seeking fun for all the family over Whitsun half-term should head to the emerging Spanish Region of Murcia - with a week's full board holiday for a family of four available for just €1,558. (approx. £1,320)

Murcia's Costa Calida, or warm coast, has 252 kilometres of coastline to be enjoyed with 26 Blue Flag beaches, 25 of which are 'Q' Flag Tourist Quality marked - more than any other region in Spain - making it the perfect destination for a family break.

From now until June 30, families can enjoy six nights' accommodation at the four-star Puerto Juan Montiel Hotel in the Mediterranean port of Aguilas and experience a wide range of activities both on and off the water.

Family kayaking around Murcia's stunning coastline, a hiking tour and boat trip are all included in the week-long package together will all meals and, while youngsters try their hand at sailing and a game of crazy golf, adults can relax and unwind by using the hotel's extensive spa facilities.

The break also features one tasting dinner of local specialties plus an evening of cocktails, and is based on two adults and two children up to the age of 12 staying in a standard double room.

Murcia's Mar Menor, Europe's largest salt-water lagoon, offers wide expanses of shallow water with no tide or waves, providing the ideal environment for children to safely splash around or enjoy a variety of watersports.

And families can take advantage of some outstanding discount deals to explore this breathtaking part of the region throughout May - with prices starting from just €88 (approx. £75) per adult per stay. 

Until May 31, two people can enjoy four nights' bed and breakfast accommodation at the Aparthotel Bahia apartments for only €176 (approx. £150), with a first child under 12 going absolutely free and additional youngsters staying for just €10 (approx. £8.50) per night.

The price also includes one ferry ticket per person to allow you to visit all parts of the Mar Menor, with popular excursions to be enjoyed including a trip to San Pedro's impressive regional park, boasting many different wildlife species, and the magnificent Roman amphitheatre at Cartagena. 

For more information or to book a break at Hotel Puerto Juan Montiel, phone 00 34 968 493 493, or email reservas@hotelpuertojuanmontiel.com. For further details on staying at the Aparthotel Bahia apartments, ring 00 34 968 18 25 25 or email info@aparthotelbahia.com.

For more details on the Region of Murcia, visit www.murciaturistica.es

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INFORMATION FOR JOURNALISTS

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 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 which 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.