Local fiestas, the sunniest climate in Europe and plenty of golf opportunities with front line beach accommodation on the shore of the Mar Menor

As March begins there is a definite feeling that the weather is turning in the Costa Cálida after a wet, windy and rainy January and February, so with the Easter holidays just around the corner it may be time to start thinking about a springtime break – and where better to enjoy a little warmth than on the shore of the Mar Menor?

The La Encarnación tourist apartments in Los Alcázares are in prime front line position, literally a few seconds’ walk from the sand and the perfect place to leave the stress of daily life behind and stroll along the seafront. You won’t be lacking places to stop off for a coffee or a bite to eat as bars and restaurants are open all year round (unlike some seaside towns, which seem to close down almost entirely outside the busy summer months), and the bustling community in Los Alcázares means there are plenty of opportunities to stock up on local produce if you fancy cooking in your apartment!

In addition, there are loads of things to do in the area around Easter. Los Alcázares, like most places on the shore of the Mar Menor, doesn’t go in for the solemn Easter processions which take place further inland, preferring instead to hold their annual Berber Pirate Raids fiestas. In 2026 the big dates are 2^nd to 5^th April, with attractions featuring parades, a huge medieval market, live music and all kinds of street entertainment – not exactly religious, but having grown in size only over the last couple of decades Los Alcázares is not as steeped in the traditions of centuries past as many other places in Murcia.

On the other hand, if you do fancy experiencing the traditional Easter parades, the major cities of Cartagena and Murcia are just 25 and 40 minutes away respectively by car, and both of them are of course worth a visit at any time of year!

On the other hand, if your idea of a break is to get active and enjoy a bit of sporting action, then the area around Los Alcázares is a haven for lovers of water sports. Why not try your hand at sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding… with the calm water of the lagoon just a couple of metres from your doorstep, you’ll never have a better chance!

And for golfers, this area is a real paradise. Within just a short drive you can get to about a dozen courses, the closest being those of Roda Golf, Mar Menor Golf Resort and La Serena (all under 15 minutes) while perhaps the best known are those at La Manga Club half an hour away. This is the heart of Murcia golf country and also very near the courses of the southern Costa Blanca – take your pick and enjoy a little sunny springtime golf!

Whatever your preferences, you’ll love your break in Los Alcázares, so make sure you’ve got the best-priced accommodation in the perfect location and book in at La Encarnación tourist apartments at guaranteed lowest prices simply by quoting “MURCIA TODAY” when making your reservation!

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