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| Welcome to La Manga Club Spanish Holiday News - the place to find the latest Spanish holiday information and news. Use the categories on the left for all the news about La Manga Club, Spanish Holidays, Golf Holidays and Tennis Holidays. Please also browse our Spanish Holiday features section. | |
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Boost your confidence on the court at La Manga |
17th December 2009 |
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 If you're keen to improve your tennis skills and impress family and friends back home, then a holiday at La Manga Club could be the perfect option.
The resort, which is located in Murcia, is home to 28 tennis courts, including 20 clay areas, four hard courts and four AstroTurf zones.
Guests will also find two squash courts, equipment hire services, a racquet maintenance service and a pro shop.
The highly-acclaimed La Manga Tennis Academy offers a range of courses, as well as one-to-one lessons and expert tuition.
Read More: Boost your confidence on the court at La Manga |
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Abta calls for airlines to have financial protection |
17th December 2009 |
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 Abta – The Travel Associaiton is calling for the government to take action following the failure of Scotland's largest airline Flyglobespan.
The organisation said passengers on flights to Spain and other destinations should be offered the same level of protection as those booking package holidays.
Abta chief executive Mark Tanzer commented: "The government must take action so that airline customers are no longer treated as second class citizens and have the same level of protection that tour operators have provided to their customers for over 30 years."
He added that once more passengers have been left stranded as a result of a carrier going bust and said they are likely to be left out of pocket.
Read More: Abta calls for airlines to have financial protection |
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Enjoy a light bite at La Manga Club |
17th December 2009 |
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 As well as several formal restaurants and family eateries, there are a number of places where guests can enjoy a simple light bite to eat at La Manga.
If you are peckish throughout the day or fancy a simple sandwich and cup of coffee, there are several venues to choose from.
Located at Las Lomas Village, the Deli Cafe serves up a range of tasty treats and is a great spot for breakfast. The terrace there offers spectacular views and guests can also stock up on essential groceries for their own apartments.
Read More: Enjoy a light bite at La Manga Club |
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Holidays in Spain 'are a great time for families to reconnect' |
17th December 2009 |
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 Christmas and holidays are the key times for fathers to spend quality time with their children, it has been revealed.
Research carried out by HomeAway.co.uk found that 40 per cent of dads do not get home from work until their children have gone to bed.
Read More: Holidays in Spain 'are a great time for families to reconnect' |
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Take a dip in Spain's Little Sea |
17th December 2009 |
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 As well as swimming in the many pools at La Manga Club, families staying at the resort can also take a dip in Spain's famous Mar Menor - or Little Sea as it is also known.
Europe's largest saltwater lagoon, the Mar Menor measures 175 square kilometres and attracts watersports enthusiasts from all over the world.
The waters are calm and shallow, which makes it an excellent option for those trying their hand at sailing and scuba diving for the first time.
Furthermore, the lagoon enjoys warmer temperatures than the surrounding sea and is no more than seven metres deep in any place.
Read More: Take a dip in Spain's Little Sea |
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Brits 'wasting billions with leftover holiday money' |
17th December 2009 |
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 British holdiaymakers are wasting around £2.4 billion a year by failing to convert their foreign currency once they get back to the UK, it has been revealed.
According to money technology provider IMX Software, almost half (48 per cent) of adults will leave their leftover notes and coins in a drawer until they return to the country again.
The company noted that the majority of people bring home an average of £35 in foreign currency.
Read More: Brits 'wasting billions with leftover holiday money' |
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Top travel insurance tips revealed |
16th December 2009 |
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 Brits jetting off on holiday to Spain over the festive season have been offered some tips on how to cut the cost of their travel insurance.
According to comparison site moneysupermarket.com, savvy shoppers can slash a considerable amount off the cost of their premium with a little knowledge.
Steve Sweeney, an insurance expert at the website, commented: "While insurance is essential for financial security and peace of mind, it is important Brits only opt for a level of cover relevant to their needs, and at the best available price.
Read More: Top travel insurance tips revealed |
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Try a different activity every day at La Manga Club |
16th December 2009 |
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 Brits holidaying at La Manga Club will find no shortage of exciting activities to enjoy. In fact, it is possible to try something new every day.
Aside from sports such as golf and tennis, guests can try everything from go-karting to bowling.
The green at La Manga's Tennis Centre is one of Spain's only natural grass bowling areas.
Read More: Try a different activity every day at La Manga Club |
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Majority of Brits 'planning winter holidays' |
16th December 2009 |
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 Despite the economic downturn, Brits are still keen to take holidays to Spain and other destinations, it has been revealed.
In a recent poll carried out by Monarch, 86 per cent of respondents said they are planning to escape to warmer climes this winter.
The airline revealed that between December 18th and January 4th it expects to transport around 140,000 British holidaymakers to hotspots such as Murcia, Alicante and Malaga.
"If you haven't yet booked and fancy enjoying the festivities away from home or seeing the new year in overseas it's not too late to grab a great deal to the sun with Monarch," the carrier noted.
Read More: Majority of Brits 'planning winter holidays' |
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Take a quad biking excursion in Murcia |
16th December 2009 |
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 Guests holidaying at La Torre Resort in Spain can explore the surrounding area by taking a quad bike excursion.
Local company Quad Espuna offers bike hire throughout the year and has four road-legal vehicles.
Groups are escorted on excursions by a tour guide and all bikes are linked via a radio mic system.
Holidaymakers will have the opportunity to travel down dirt tracks and trails in the parks surrounding La Torre and explore the area in a gentle but exciting way.
Read More: Take a quad biking excursion in Murcia |
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