1. Stay in the town next door - By staying in a smaller town close to where you plan to spend most of your time can save you a bundle. Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is located just 15 minutes outside the downtown area of Murcia, Spain.
2. Book a suite - Instead of having two rooms, consider the two bedroom suites that some hotels provide. They will end up being cheaper and you get just as much privacy with your own room. Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort offer both one and two bedroom suites.
3. Use the same airport - Flying in and out of the same airport is almost always cheaper. It’s not only the flight tickets but the car rentals as well. Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is located near four airports, including the international airport of San Javier.
4. Think about size when renting a car - If you want a car for convenience and plan on making short trips in it, choose a smaller car. This will save you a great deal on gas. Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is located within easy traveling distance to the grand cities of Granada, Seville, and Cordoba, as well as the glamorous cities of Marbella and Puerto Banus on the Costa del Sol.
5. Traveling around the area? Driving is not that bad - Planning on taking an hour flight to another location? With airport security and all the airport inconveniences, you might as well drive there. Usually it will take the same amount of time and is typically less expensive. Plus, once you get to your location, having a car is easier than needing to take your bags everywhere.
6. If you don’t plan on renting a car, avoid taxis and welcome public transportation - Tourists usually take taxis because it seems like the easiest way, however by taking the subway or bus, you could save yourself some money. Murcia, Spain also has a variety of transportation that can take you all around the area including some must see sites like: Granada, Valencia, and Madrid.
7. Make a trip to the grocery store - Even if you are away from home, chances are high that there are grocery stores where you are traveling to. It’s worth it to take a trip there to get snacks, water, and everything you need. In fact, Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort has an onsite supermarket.
8. Cook for yourself - Not many people do this, but cooking while on vacation can sometimes be quite fun since the experience is new (cookware, dining area, supermarkets etc). The suites at Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort offer fully equipped designer kitchens.
9. Enjoy a mini tour - Instead of taking a bus tour that takes days, why not enjoy a tour that takes a couple hours and shows you around the city you are visiting. Not only will they take you to places you probably want to visit anyway, the tour guide is usually quite entertaining and informative as well. In fact, Murcia, Spain offers visitors a variety of walking tours to partake in.
10. Make use of resort amenities - Most resorts offer guests a variety of amenities to use that are both enjoyable and will save you money. Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort’s amenities include: a golf academy with a 27-hole golf course, challenge course of 9 holes, ecological golf course, driving range, putting green, chipping green and sport center. The Resort also features tennis, basketball, a fitness center, equestrian center, walking and cycling paths, outdoor pool, internet room, library, coffee lounge, and full-service spa.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Check out these Locations during Your Visit to Murcia, Spain
Historical Locations:
Catedral de Murcia- A 600-year-old cathedral which features many Renaissance and Baroque elements, although its interior is fundamentally Gothic.
Gran Casino Murcia- This casino started as a gentlemen´s club for in 1847. The grandiose building has an interesting mix of interior design and architecture that goes from neo-Baroque to old Arabic style. The casino features thirty-five slots and ten table games.
The Salzillo Museum- A museum dedicated to the famous 18th century sculptor Francisco Salzillo. The museum was founded in 1941 and currently showcases the work of this famous Spanish sculptor. Sazillo was one of the best Spanish Baroque artists dedicated to religious sculpture and his works definitely show off his passion for religion.
Romea Theater- The Theater was built in the 19th century and named after the famous local actor Julian Romea. It is located in the Julian Romea Square at the northern end of the Arab city wall. The theater still offers a wide range of productions all year round. The shows are reasonably priced and tickets can be bought on the day of the show.
Restaurants:
Rincon de Pepe – This is Murcia's most famous tapas restaurant. Anyone who visits Murcia must have a tapas meal in Rincon de Pepe. The restaurant is always very full, but the service is generally quick. For dessert try the Paparajotes, a Murcian delicacy made with the leaves of lemon trees. They are delicious and very rare in Spain.
Palacete Rural La Seda - This restaurant is a 10-minutes drive from Murcia but is well worth a visit. It is set in a 17th century building originally built as a wine bodega and then used as a silk factory. The restaurant is tastefully decorated, and is an elegant restaurant which specializes in modern cuisine using local ingredients. This is one of the priciest restaurants in the region, but also one of the most elegant.
Hispano – A definite favorite among Murcianos, the Hispano restaurant serves traditional dishes in a rustic, comfy atmosphere. They serve local stews, meats, and tapas served with local produce from Murcia's market gardens. They also offer homemade desserts, friendly professional service, and low prices.
Monteagudo - This restaurant is well worth the 6km drive from Murcia. It offers attractive decor, friendly and professional service, a very good wine list with some interesting local wines and, most importantly, excellent food. They feature traditional dishes that are given a modern touch and are made with first class local produce. Both meat and fish dishes are recommendable, as well as the delicious grilled vegetables. And make sure you leave room for the warm chocolate soufflé!
Shopping Malls:
Nueva Condomnia Shopping Centre-This is Murcia’s newest mall and is situated on the north side of Murcia. One of the most popular stores here is the retailer Primark. This discount retailer sells large volumes of men’s, women’s and children’s clothes at extremely low prices. Other shops at this mall include H&M, Disney Store, Eroski, Gerry Weber, Geox, Esprit, Etam, Berschka, Mothercare, Mango, Levi, Kid Club and many more.
Thader Shopping Centre –This is another mall in the Murcia area and here you will find the massive furniture retailer Ikea. The Thader shopping centre has some good eateries including Muerde La Pasta, Pasta City, Lizzaran, and Rey Rios. The Thader mall is a typical Spanish mall featuring all the normal shops like Massimo Dutti, Kiabi, Zara, Decathlon, Mango, Punto Roma and Botticelli. There is also a movie theater in this complex.
Catedral de Murcia- A 600-year-old cathedral which features many Renaissance and Baroque elements, although its interior is fundamentally Gothic.
Gran Casino Murcia- This casino started as a gentlemen´s club for in 1847. The grandiose building has an interesting mix of interior design and architecture that goes from neo-Baroque to old Arabic style. The casino features thirty-five slots and ten table games.
The Salzillo Museum- A museum dedicated to the famous 18th century sculptor Francisco Salzillo. The museum was founded in 1941 and currently showcases the work of this famous Spanish sculptor. Sazillo was one of the best Spanish Baroque artists dedicated to religious sculpture and his works definitely show off his passion for religion.
Romea Theater- The Theater was built in the 19th century and named after the famous local actor Julian Romea. It is located in the Julian Romea Square at the northern end of the Arab city wall. The theater still offers a wide range of productions all year round. The shows are reasonably priced and tickets can be bought on the day of the show.
Restaurants:
Rincon de Pepe – This is Murcia's most famous tapas restaurant. Anyone who visits Murcia must have a tapas meal in Rincon de Pepe. The restaurant is always very full, but the service is generally quick. For dessert try the Paparajotes, a Murcian delicacy made with the leaves of lemon trees. They are delicious and very rare in Spain.
Palacete Rural La Seda - This restaurant is a 10-minutes drive from Murcia but is well worth a visit. It is set in a 17th century building originally built as a wine bodega and then used as a silk factory. The restaurant is tastefully decorated, and is an elegant restaurant which specializes in modern cuisine using local ingredients. This is one of the priciest restaurants in the region, but also one of the most elegant.
Hispano – A definite favorite among Murcianos, the Hispano restaurant serves traditional dishes in a rustic, comfy atmosphere. They serve local stews, meats, and tapas served with local produce from Murcia's market gardens. They also offer homemade desserts, friendly professional service, and low prices.
Monteagudo - This restaurant is well worth the 6km drive from Murcia. It offers attractive decor, friendly and professional service, a very good wine list with some interesting local wines and, most importantly, excellent food. They feature traditional dishes that are given a modern touch and are made with first class local produce. Both meat and fish dishes are recommendable, as well as the delicious grilled vegetables. And make sure you leave room for the warm chocolate soufflé!
Shopping Malls:
Nueva Condomnia Shopping Centre-This is Murcia’s newest mall and is situated on the north side of Murcia. One of the most popular stores here is the retailer Primark. This discount retailer sells large volumes of men’s, women’s and children’s clothes at extremely low prices. Other shops at this mall include H&M, Disney Store, Eroski, Gerry Weber, Geox, Esprit, Etam, Berschka, Mothercare, Mango, Levi, Kid Club and many more.
Thader Shopping Centre –This is another mall in the Murcia area and here you will find the massive furniture retailer Ikea. The Thader shopping centre has some good eateries including Muerde La Pasta, Pasta City, Lizzaran, and Rey Rios. The Thader mall is a typical Spanish mall featuring all the normal shops like Massimo Dutti, Kiabi, Zara, Decathlon, Mango, Punto Roma and Botticelli. There is also a movie theater in this complex.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
All About Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort
The Resort
The suites at Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort, located in Murcia, Spain, will live up to your highest standards.
The resort will be comprised of 475 fully furnished suites which will feature 1 or 2 bedrooms, as well as fully equipped designer kitchens, inviting living spaces, and washing machines. Each suite will also come with two telephone points, ISDN, cable, and a satellite dish.
The suites will boast built-in beech wood closets, chrome mixer taps, and elegant internal beech wood doors with ergonomic handles, while the flooring will be ecologically sound designed of the finest quality.
All suites will face south in order to create gorgeous sunlight rooms and will feature either a terrace or porch finished with stunning stoneware.
The Amenities
Palatinum Golf, Spa & Sport Resort provides an array of exceptional amenities for guests to enjoy. The resort features a Golf Academy which includes a 27-hole golf course, a 9 hole challenge course, ecological golf course, driving range, putting green, and chipping green. The resort also features a sport center which includes: tennis, table tennis, paddle tennis, basketball, fitness center and equestrian center.
In addition, enjoy Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resorts:
-Walking and Cycling Paths
-Leisure, Relaxation, and Garden Areas
-Outdoor Pool
-Conference Room and Internet Room
-Library
-Restaurant, Coffee Lounge, and Buffet
-Supermarket
-Full-Service Spa
The Location
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort knows it’s all about location, which is why it will be located near all the hot spots in Murcia, Spain.
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort will be situated within the prestigious, PGA approved golf resort of Mosa Trajectum, making it convenient for guests to enjoy a day of sport activities at the resort.
The resort will not only offer its guests an array of activities and amenities on site but it will also be in close proximity to rugged mountains, beautiful beaches, and exciting cities for those wanting to venture away from the resort.
This resort also boasts one of the most breathtaking views, as it is surrounded by the majestic Murcia Mountains, which can be seen from just about everywhere at the resort and offers guests many activities including horseback riding, biking, hiking, and walking trails.
Murcia, Spain
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort which is located in Murcia, Spain offers visitor’s miles of sandy beaches and beautiful lakes, as well as rugged mountains.
The city of Murcia is described by many as the most beautiful and historic city in the country with an estimated 230 days of sunshine per year. As a result, The World Health Organization has proclaimed it as the healthiest climate in Europe. It also boasts highest temperatures in the region.
The coast of Murcia is lined with over 200 beaches and shares two different bodies of water; the Mediterranean Sea and the Mar Menor. These bodies of water offer guests with exceptional swimming areas and an array of water sports including sailing, boating, water skiing, and windsurfing.
The city of Murcia is also surrounded by a chain of mountains that travel all the way down to the sea.
The Social Media Sites
Stay up-to-date on all of Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort’s information and events by visiting some of their social media sites and blogs.
Twitter: http://twitter.com/palatinum
Xanga: http://palatinum.xanga.com/weblog
Blogger: http://palatinumresort.blogspot.com/
For more information regarding Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort please visit www.palatinumresort.com
The suites at Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort, located in Murcia, Spain, will live up to your highest standards.
The resort will be comprised of 475 fully furnished suites which will feature 1 or 2 bedrooms, as well as fully equipped designer kitchens, inviting living spaces, and washing machines. Each suite will also come with two telephone points, ISDN, cable, and a satellite dish.
The suites will boast built-in beech wood closets, chrome mixer taps, and elegant internal beech wood doors with ergonomic handles, while the flooring will be ecologically sound designed of the finest quality.
All suites will face south in order to create gorgeous sunlight rooms and will feature either a terrace or porch finished with stunning stoneware.
The Amenities
Palatinum Golf, Spa & Sport Resort provides an array of exceptional amenities for guests to enjoy. The resort features a Golf Academy which includes a 27-hole golf course, a 9 hole challenge course, ecological golf course, driving range, putting green, and chipping green. The resort also features a sport center which includes: tennis, table tennis, paddle tennis, basketball, fitness center and equestrian center.
In addition, enjoy Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resorts:
-Walking and Cycling Paths
-Leisure, Relaxation, and Garden Areas
-Outdoor Pool
-Conference Room and Internet Room
-Library
-Restaurant, Coffee Lounge, and Buffet
-Supermarket
-Full-Service Spa
The Location
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort knows it’s all about location, which is why it will be located near all the hot spots in Murcia, Spain.
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort will be situated within the prestigious, PGA approved golf resort of Mosa Trajectum, making it convenient for guests to enjoy a day of sport activities at the resort.
The resort will not only offer its guests an array of activities and amenities on site but it will also be in close proximity to rugged mountains, beautiful beaches, and exciting cities for those wanting to venture away from the resort.
This resort also boasts one of the most breathtaking views, as it is surrounded by the majestic Murcia Mountains, which can be seen from just about everywhere at the resort and offers guests many activities including horseback riding, biking, hiking, and walking trails.
Murcia, Spain
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort which is located in Murcia, Spain offers visitor’s miles of sandy beaches and beautiful lakes, as well as rugged mountains.
The city of Murcia is described by many as the most beautiful and historic city in the country with an estimated 230 days of sunshine per year. As a result, The World Health Organization has proclaimed it as the healthiest climate in Europe. It also boasts highest temperatures in the region.
The coast of Murcia is lined with over 200 beaches and shares two different bodies of water; the Mediterranean Sea and the Mar Menor. These bodies of water offer guests with exceptional swimming areas and an array of water sports including sailing, boating, water skiing, and windsurfing.
The city of Murcia is also surrounded by a chain of mountains that travel all the way down to the sea.
The Social Media Sites
Stay up-to-date on all of Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort’s information and events by visiting some of their social media sites and blogs.
Twitter: http://twitter.com/palatinum
Xanga: http://palatinum.xanga.com/weblog
Blogger: http://palatinumresort.blogspot.com/
For more information regarding Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort please visit www.palatinumresort.com
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Must Try Things in Murcia, Spain
Try a Mud Bath
San Pedro de Salinas, located near Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort in Murcia, Spain, is a regional park that is positioned on the Mar Menor and is known by many for its mud baths.
The San Pedro de Salinas offers visitors the largest therapeutic open air mud bath in all of Europe. The mud here is known by many to stimulate the healing process for various health problems, such as skin problems, rheumatism, arthritis, throat infections and rehabilitation of sorts.
Due to the long hours of sunlight and the high level of salt in the water, the mud found in the Mar Menor is rich in minerals like magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium, iodine, bromide, and fluoride, which many believe act as a healing agent. Those who take mud baths cover themselves in this mud, let it dry, and then rinse it in the waters of Mar Menor. It has been proven that these minerals increase the activity of blood circulation, which as a result eliminate toxins and relax body muscles.
There are many facilities located near San Pedro de Salinas, and other mud bath locations around Mar Menor, that offer specialized information to visitors who want to learn more about them.
Enjoy Delicious Tapas
Granada- It’s very possible that in Granada, you can actually eat for free! With every small (usually alcoholic) drink you buy at a Granada bar, you’ll get something to eat. While at some bars, you may only get small dishes, others offer very generous portions like a burger and fries! Granada isn't the only place in Spain where you can get tapas for free, but it is probably the best.
Plaza de las Flores- The best tapas bars in Murcia are grouped around this quaint plaza. This compact square is also lined with flower stalls, bars, and typical open-air cafes.
Calle Veronicas- A tapas lunch at Café Bar Lola, stall 241, is a treat: try the octopus, grilled prawns and succulent fillet of pork and wash it down with a glass of white wine - a bargain at about €13 ($8.50) for two.
Rincon de Pepe- This is Murcia's most famous tapas restaurant. Anyone who visits Murcia must have a tapas meal in Rincon de Pepe. The restaurant is always very full, but the service is generally quick. For dessert try the Paparajotes, a Murcian delicacy made with the leaves of lemon trees. They are delicious and very rare in Spain.
Mar Menor
Mar Menor is Europe’s largest natural salt-water lagoon, which is separated from the Mediterranean Sea by only a narrow strip of land known as La Manga (the strip).
During the summer months, Mar Menor’s temperatures rise due to the shallow water and warm atmosphere, making this lagoon a hot spot for water lovers. The average depth of Mar Menor is about 13 feet which makes it possible to venture out several hundred meters before the water has any real depth. The shallowness of this lagoon makes it the perfect location for all kinds of water!
The salinity of Mar Menor provides a great deal of buoyancy, making it one of the safest places to swim in the world. The combination of this buoyancy and the shallowness of the lagoon make it a natural water park for people of all ages
Spend your Day Shopping
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is only a short drive to a wide range of shops in Murcia, Spain, which offers everything from department stores to specialty shops to designer boutiques. The main shopping area in Murcia is located in the modern part of the city near the El Corte Ingles department store which sells everything from food to haute couture, as well as high street brands including Mango, Zara, Springfield, and Pull and Bear.
Near the El Corte Ingles department store there are many small tourist shops were visitors can buy gifts and souvenirs. The most popular purchases at these shops include leather goods, pottery, embroidered linens and lace, as well as basket ware and jewelry.
If shoppers are looking for a bargain, they will be sure to find them at the souvenir and flea market on Jeronimo de Roda, which is located behind the El Corte Inglés department store.
Other popular shopping destinations include the narrow alleys of the Old Town, the pedestrian Calle Trapería between the Cathedral and Plaza de Santo Domingo, and the luxurious Calle Jabonerias.
San Pedro de Salinas, located near Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort in Murcia, Spain, is a regional park that is positioned on the Mar Menor and is known by many for its mud baths.
The San Pedro de Salinas offers visitors the largest therapeutic open air mud bath in all of Europe. The mud here is known by many to stimulate the healing process for various health problems, such as skin problems, rheumatism, arthritis, throat infections and rehabilitation of sorts.
Due to the long hours of sunlight and the high level of salt in the water, the mud found in the Mar Menor is rich in minerals like magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium, iodine, bromide, and fluoride, which many believe act as a healing agent. Those who take mud baths cover themselves in this mud, let it dry, and then rinse it in the waters of Mar Menor. It has been proven that these minerals increase the activity of blood circulation, which as a result eliminate toxins and relax body muscles.
There are many facilities located near San Pedro de Salinas, and other mud bath locations around Mar Menor, that offer specialized information to visitors who want to learn more about them.
Enjoy Delicious Tapas
Granada- It’s very possible that in Granada, you can actually eat for free! With every small (usually alcoholic) drink you buy at a Granada bar, you’ll get something to eat. While at some bars, you may only get small dishes, others offer very generous portions like a burger and fries! Granada isn't the only place in Spain where you can get tapas for free, but it is probably the best.
Plaza de las Flores- The best tapas bars in Murcia are grouped around this quaint plaza. This compact square is also lined with flower stalls, bars, and typical open-air cafes.
Calle Veronicas- A tapas lunch at Café Bar Lola, stall 241, is a treat: try the octopus, grilled prawns and succulent fillet of pork and wash it down with a glass of white wine - a bargain at about €13 ($8.50) for two.
Rincon de Pepe- This is Murcia's most famous tapas restaurant. Anyone who visits Murcia must have a tapas meal in Rincon de Pepe. The restaurant is always very full, but the service is generally quick. For dessert try the Paparajotes, a Murcian delicacy made with the leaves of lemon trees. They are delicious and very rare in Spain.
Mar Menor
Mar Menor is Europe’s largest natural salt-water lagoon, which is separated from the Mediterranean Sea by only a narrow strip of land known as La Manga (the strip).
During the summer months, Mar Menor’s temperatures rise due to the shallow water and warm atmosphere, making this lagoon a hot spot for water lovers. The average depth of Mar Menor is about 13 feet which makes it possible to venture out several hundred meters before the water has any real depth. The shallowness of this lagoon makes it the perfect location for all kinds of water!
The salinity of Mar Menor provides a great deal of buoyancy, making it one of the safest places to swim in the world. The combination of this buoyancy and the shallowness of the lagoon make it a natural water park for people of all ages
Spend your Day Shopping
Palatinum Golf, Spa, and Sport Resort is only a short drive to a wide range of shops in Murcia, Spain, which offers everything from department stores to specialty shops to designer boutiques. The main shopping area in Murcia is located in the modern part of the city near the El Corte Ingles department store which sells everything from food to haute couture, as well as high street brands including Mango, Zara, Springfield, and Pull and Bear.
Near the El Corte Ingles department store there are many small tourist shops were visitors can buy gifts and souvenirs. The most popular purchases at these shops include leather goods, pottery, embroidered linens and lace, as well as basket ware and jewelry.
If shoppers are looking for a bargain, they will be sure to find them at the souvenir and flea market on Jeronimo de Roda, which is located behind the El Corte Inglés department store.
Other popular shopping destinations include the narrow alleys of the Old Town, the pedestrian Calle Trapería between the Cathedral and Plaza de Santo Domingo, and the luxurious Calle Jabonerias.
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