Mojacar Pueblo. Perched on the mountains like a crown on a monarch, overlooking a unique landscape of mountains and pastures as far as the eye can see, falling down to the beautiful coastline, Mojácar is a fascinating place for visitors. You will hear many stories about this mysterious place, but one thing that is certain, the past has had a great influence on the look and feel of this beautiful village with its small winding streets, steep hills and white washed houses. Plenty of bars and restaurants and home to the Moors & Christians fiesta which is particularly colourful. Held in June.

Almeria and the Alcabza. The port city of Almeria has been of importance for over a thousand years and has many intersting churches, monuments and the Alcabaza perched on the hill top over looking the city. It is made up of several different fortifications that have been added over the years. Originally fortified by the Cartheginian in 955 A.D. A good,
free guide to the Alcazaba, giving much more information and a clear ground plan, can be obtained at the gate. The entrance is free to E.U passport holders. This wonderful historical monument is open throughout the year, except o­n Mondays, and Christmas and New Years Day. Telephone 0034 950 271 617

Sorbas Caves. These caves are the most important of there kind in Europe and are well worth a visit. They are located in the protected natural area of Karst in Yesos de Sorbas.
You have a choice of four routes from basic to advanced. For prices times and English speaking tours please check with reservations Tel: 950 364 704 Approximately 20 minutes drive from Mojacar. For those who do like the heat the caves remain at a constant 21? degrees all year round.

Mini Hollywood.Mini Hollywood is a theme park and zoo set in the desert landscape of Tabernas. Formerly a film set. Many well known westerns were shot here.
Watch one of the daily shoot outs. Cheer on the Sheriff and see some very rough looking locals bite the dust. There is a small museum housing camera equipment, projectors and memorabilia. As it is can be quiet hot you can enjoy a cold beer and a snack at the Saloon whilst watching a can can show. There is also an extensive zoo with a wide variety of animals. If you have not had enough of water there is also a large swimming pool to cool down in. Tel 0034 950365236 for more info.

Vera Water Park. If the allure of water is still too much then why not visit Aquatico Vera. Enjoy a fantastic day out by the beach in Vera with your family and friends. Have fun on the great water attractions; Kamikaze, multi-slides, black holes, adventure river, tube slides, wave pool, lake pool, and for the little ones the infant pool and attractions. And also….mini-golf, super jumper, mini-park, green zones, amusement arcade. Tel 950 46 73 37 for opening time and prices.

Garrucha Karts. For those that need to get a further adrenalin rush try go karting. Fun for all the family. Two circuits one for the juniors and larger and faster for the more adventurous. For opening time and prices Tel 950 617 198.