Whatever you like to do when you're on holiday, the Almeria region will have something for you.

There is of course golf but, for the less energetic,there are miles of beautiful beaches on which you can "chill-out".

Inland, the scenery is absolutely spectacular, with mountains and desert terrain to explore.

If you like to see the real Spain, a visit to the nearby towns and villages should give you all you need. The Moorish style old town of Mojacar, with its narrow streets and courtyards, is perched high on a hill, looking down, from a multitude of cafes and resurants, on 17 Km of unspoilt beach.

Perhaps you will prefer the ports of Garrucha or Villaricos with their restaurants and bars that offer great variety and value.

Or maybe Sorbas, a stunning inland village of Moorish appearance, that is an important centre for traditional pottery. The nearby caves are still in their natural state, with no man-made corridors. Well worth a visit by the adventurous.

Situated in the Tabernas desert, Europe's only desert, the "mini-Hollywood" town is a replica of a wild-West town. At one time, it was actually used to shoot movies,notably Sergio Leone's "Dollars" trilogy starring Clint Eastwood. Now a dedicated theme-park, its great for the children. . . . and some adults.

And, for those of you who love to play in water, the Aqua Park in Vera is not to be missed.

One thing's for sure, you certainly won't be bored. In fact you'll probably need to come again, and again, to see everything you missed on your previous visit.

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