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Celebrating the hippo at Terra Natura MurciaWorld Hippopotamus Day shines a spotlight on one of nature’s most fascinating giants World Hippopotamus Day, marked every year on Saturday February 15, is a chance to celebrate one of Africa’s most iconic animals and at Terra Natura Murcia.. 02/02/2026

Terra Natura Murcia enhances animal welfare through innovative enrichment programmesFrom scents to puzzles, the park’s creative activities help animals stay active, curious and content in their natural habitats Terra Natura Murcia is taking animal care to the next level with its ongoing environmental enrichment programmes designed to..

Until March 7 Pequeño Romea season of fairy tale dramatizations IN ENGLISH at the Teatro Romea in EnglishFun and an introduction to the theatre for young children in the historic Teatro Romea The ever-popular Pequeño Romea cycle of dramatized fairy tales in English for young children begins its 2025-26 season on Saturday 4th October, with a total of 13..

March 2026 Crazy Run at the beach of Bolnuevo in Mazarrón!Fun, sport and nature at this unusual event on the largest beach of Mazarrón During the month of March this unusual “Crazy Run” attraction is available at the main beach of Bolnuevo in the municipality of Mazarrón, combining, sporting..

A selection of ideas for a great day out in Moratalla!Active tourism, landscape and views, history and local gastronomy in the north-west of Murcia The town of Moratalla in the north-west of the Region of Murcia offers visitors a variety of rewarding experiences, mostly involving the mountains and views provided..

A day out with a difference in El Portús: kayakking followed by relaxation at the campsiteActive tourism blends seamlessly with winding down by the pool in this hidden bay on the coastline of Cartagena El Portús is one of those places it’s easy to miss on a visit to the coast of the Region of Murcia – well set back from the main..

The Ricote Valley, a natural paradise in the Region of MurciaA host of reasons to take a trip to this hidden valley just half an hour from the city of Murcia The Ricote Valley, with its green countryside and naturally isolated location, is in the heart of the Region of Murcia and is also sometimes referred to as the..

Getting away from it all in the mountains of Sierra EspuñaThe “green heart” of the Region of Murcia is a must for lovers of the great outdoors all year round! The Regional Park of Sierra Espuña is one of the great natural treasures of the Region of Murcia, with its marvellous landscapes, innumerable..

The Carthaginians and Romans fiestas, a legacy of the rich past of CartagenaFew cities can match the heady mix of history, culture and tradition in the September fiestas of Cartagena! Every year in September, when the heat of summer is beginning to die down, the city of Cartagena goes back to a time more than 200 years before the..

9 natural swimming pools in inland Murcia!Northern Murcia is dotted with heavenly locations in water ranging from jacuzzi temperature to icy cold! We are now in the middle of the “dog days” of summer, the month from mid-July to mid-August when the heat is relentless, the beaches are more..

The best snorkelling sites in the Region of Murcia!Crystalline Mediterranean waters and spectacular scenery and marine life make for great snorkelling beaches in the Costa Cálida Now that the heat of summer has reached the Costa Cálida there is no better way to cool down than with a dip in the..

Cycling tours in and around Caravaca for all the familyA brilliant healthy way to discover the city and surroundings of Caravaca One of the most enjoyable, healthiest and most environmentally-friendly ways to explore any location is on the saddle of your bike, and these guided excursions in the holy city of Caravaca..

Exciting ways to see the wildlife of the Region of Murcia!Where to see animals from whales to eagles in the Region of Murcia! Wild animals are all around is, of course, but so accustomed are we to small insects and birds that we rarely stop to remember that not so far away are some of the most fascinating and impressive..

New Marco Topo family gymkhana activities in LorcaFamilies enjoy puzzle-solving challenges while learning about the castle and city centre of Lorca A new addition to the already wide range of visitor activities for visitors has been announced at the castle and in the old city centre of Lorca, where the popular..

Affordable wine experiences, honey tastings, horse riding and more rural tourism in Bullas from GuatazalesBook a rural retreat holiday or activity in northern Murcia with Guatazales, the wine, honey and experience specialists for tourists   More and more, people who come to visit Spain are looking for alternative experiences and events based around food..

Great beach locations in Murcia to take your first dip of the year!Take your pick from the huge choice of beach locations and activities in the Costa Cálida With the weather warming up after a distinctly grim first three weeks of March, and the Easter holidays just around the corner, many of us are beginning to become..

Discover the magic of Christmas in inland Murcia!Tradition and beauty away from the crowds of the Costa Cálida and the big cities over the festive season If all you want for Christmas this year is to get away from the throngs of people in the shops and town centres of Murcia, bear in mind that the..

Take to the skies and see the Region of Murcia like never before!Enjoy a true bird’s eye view of the Costa Cálida as you sample these adventure tourism offers Source: ITREM regional tourist board From time to time it’s always good to look at things from a new perspective, and the regional tourist.. 31/10/2024

The beaches of the Costa Cálida are the place to be during the autumn!Warm weather, warm water, the beauty of nature and no large crowds as Murcia beachgoers enjoy the best time of year along the coast As autumn progresses and Halloween is almost upon it many of those reading in northern Europe might imagine that the beach.. 16/10/2024

5 of the lesser-known beauty spots in the Region of MurciaWhere to go to create slightly different memories of a trip to the Costa Cálida! Most visitors know about 3 or 4 of the most popular tourist attractions and beauty spots in the Region of Murcia, with thousands flocking all year round to the Cathedral..