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My friend here in Murcia mentioned to me yesterday that he is hearing rumours that Disney are buying-up plots on the Costa Calida for the next Disney theme park.

This would be of great interest to anyone owning or thinking of owning a property in Murcia.

However I am fairly sceptical as the only ‘rumours’ I can see on the web suggest plans were once in the pipeline for a theme park further south. Furthermore with the current global economy building a new theme park seems a risky plan for Mickey and crew. (If you seriously KNOW better then post and let us know).

It did get me thinking about all the attractions we have in Murcia and wondering if we are really missing out not having Disney in Murcia.

Disney boasts of fantastic shows, spectacular parades and breathtaking firework displays. Well in Murcia for this you need to look no further than one of the region’s fiestas. The processions and fireworks of Semana Santa (Easter) kept my 4 year old nephew quiet for hours (miracles do happen in Murcia!) and the re-enacted battles of the Cartagineses and Romanos contain enough drama for anyone.

Disney is great for keeping the kids entertained, but then most parents and kids love the safe fun they have on the Mar Menor beaches. It’s a unique salt-water lake connected to the Mediterranean and a fantastic place for families as the water is shallow, warm and without currents.

Of course for the more active kite-surfing, jet-skiing, go-karting and quad biking are all readily available. While it is true that there is a distinct lack of white knuckle rides in Murcia, the water shoots and slides at Murcia’s water park definitely raise the adrenalin levels during the summer months. The tranquil spas at Archena and Fortuna are there for those that need to calm down afterwards.

I have heard people say the Disney franchise has no soul - well Murcia certainly has plenty to share. The city of Caravaca is one of only five holy cities of the world and celebrates one of its holy days with an infamous wine horse race – a real spectacle.

I have barely touched upon the activities available in Murcia, but I am sure that if even if Mickey has decided not to buy a home in Murcia there are many people who don’t need the razzmatazz of Disney to convince them it’s a good place to own property.

Labels: Buying Property in Murcia, Costa Calida Property