Nature lovers are being offered the unforgettable chance to see whales and dolphins in their natural environment in the undiscovered Spanish Region of Murcia over late summer - with a five-night half-board hotel break available from only €274 (approx £240) per person.

Punta de Mazarrón in Murcia is one of the very few places in Europe where people can experience the excitement of watching dolphins, sperm whales and pilot whales.

Guests can spend five hours watching the marine mammals in their natural habitats, one of a number of eye-catching activities on offer during the breaks, which can be booked from August 25 until the end of September.

Based on two adults sharing a room, people can enjoy a five-night stay at the three-star Bahia Playa Grande - with prices including chosen accommodation and board - with a visit to the magnificent Roman theatre and museum at Cartagena and a canoe/snorkelling trip or half-day diving initiation course included in the price (also includes equipment and diving insurance).

And there are many other excursions that can also be experienced including a boat trip around the Mazarrón coast and beginners' lessons in surfing and kayaking.

Alternatively, visitors can check-in to the three-star Tritón apartments  and experience a five-night stay from now until August 24 from just €321 (approx £280) per person, with prices depending on chosen accommodation and board.

Packages are again based on two adults sharing a room, include VAT and offer the same activities as the hotel breaks.

For further details on staying at the Hotel Bahia Playa Grande, phone 00 34 968 15 57 15, email correo@hotel-playagrande.com or go to www.hotel-playagrande.com. To book a break at the Tritón apartments, call +34 968 155 715 or email correo@hotel-playagrande.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.