Sierra de las Cabras wind farm in Murcia is now under construction. The 22mw farm is planned to be commissioned by the end of 2012.

The company says it plans to invest around 22 million Euros to commission the facility through its subsidiary Energfas Renovables de la Region de Murcia.

The farm will be built by Ibredrola Ingenieria  and will be equipped with 11 Gamesa G97 2MW turbines.

Iberdrola said that will also be building an electrical infrastructure to move the energy produced by the five wind turbines to the Altiplano County in Murcia.

The company will also commission 2 new substations and various power lines. The total investment is said to be around 20 million Euros.

With the new Paramount pictures theme park and Lifestyle complex being built in the Murcia area, if you are looking for a property in Spain this definitely is the region to be in.

The attractions will include restaurants, bars, hotels and business facilities, making it perfect for any potential property owner.

There is also talk of new residential area and many local estate agents are predicting that house prices in the region are set to significantly rise once the projects are finished. The rental opportunities are also set to rise as there will be need for accommodation for tourist and employees of the site.

Murcia is also perfect for those potential owners on a budget as recent figures from Sociedad de Tasacion showed that Murcia had the lowest prices for property in Spain last year. So now is the ideal time to be looking for a property in Murcia.

Murcia’s regional government is spending millions of Euros on new roads to serve a new international airport and Spain’s first high-speed train station to link to an airport and theme park which are just 20 minutes apart.

Corvera International Airport’s opens in 2012 and will coincide with the start of construction work on the Paramount Studios Theme Park and high-speed rail link and airport station.

With all the money being invested in good transport links and attractions, its no wonder that the region is becoming increasingly popular with tourists both Spanish and international.

For years the region of Murcia did not have the easy access of the other regions. However, recently the Region of Murcia has gained grants from the EU which has been wisely spent on a system of new roads. Also in the past few years Murcia airport (San Javier) has become increasingly popular with low cost airlines from the UK. Murcia has looked at the Costa del Sol to the South and the southern Costa Blanca to the North and has learned much from the overbuilding in those areas. Murcia therefore, has very strict planning laws that are aimed at protecting the beauty of the region and it has established several natural parks.

Yes there is development here, but the majority of this is on World class golf resorts such as La Torre, El Valle and Mar Menor golf resorts. Which all have beautiful, luxury apartments and villas with private pools to rent. No High-Rise properties are allowed and parks and green areas have to be left within developments. Murcia is growing fast, especially with the new Paramount theme park and LifeStyle Centre being built in the region.

But don’t take our word for it, come and see for yourselves!

With darker evenings and colder temperatures, winter really is the time of year to wrap up warm indoors, so typically not the season for golfers. But if you’re aching to get out there and swing those irons there’s always the option of a winter sun get away, and with year-round sunshine, luxury villas to rent and a plethora of courses across the region Murcia could be just what you’re looking for.

It’s not hard to see why this is generally regarded as one of Europe’s leading golf destinations. Against a beautiful backdrop of Spanish landscapes and complimented by the lush Mediterranean you’ll find some of the finest courses this side of the PGA.

Before you tee off though you’ll need to decide which course to attempt, and this is a much bigger question than you’d imagine. Due to the number of courses on offer and the variety of terrain across the Murcia region it will pay to plan ahead. Heading inland you’ll find the Jack Nicklaus designed La Torre Golf Course and resort an absolute joy to play. Murcia is already providing a world-class golfing experience, with new courses regularly opening in the region you’re guaranteed to never tire of the golf and sites. Book your winter sun get away today and you’ll be taking in world-class wines at the 19th hole in no time.

If you are thinking of renting a villa in Murcia, it may be useful to know the fixed holiday dates for the region. As many of the local shops and supermarkets will be closed on these dates. Also, there is often excitidng entertainment and carnivals and parades in the local communities.

Holiday Dates in Murcia are:

6th April 2012 (Good Friday)
1st May 2012
9th June 2012 – Murcia only
15th August 2012
12th October 2012
1st November 2012
6th December 2012
8th December 2012
25th December 2012

If you are lucky enough to be in Murcia during these times, then we are sure you’ll love the local celebrations as well as all entertainments found on the resorts.

For families planning to take a holiday in Spain this year, a great option would be to rent a villa in La Torre, Murcia, Spain.

There are a wide range of properties available, with something to suit everyone’s requirements, as the site is great for children and elderly.

Why not rent a villa with a heated pool or a sun terrace? This will offer the whole family hours of fun and spectacular views across the golf course.

All villas to rent are furnished to a high standard and come equipped with air conditioning units, cooking facilities, televisions, bed linen and towels.

There is a wide range of two and three bed villas to rent with pools, making them ideal not just for families but for groups as well.

Apartments and townhouses are also available to rent. In addition, guests always visit the five-star Intercontinental Hotel at La Torre, which is home to a spa, restaurants and bars.

British holidaymakers visiting Murcia this year will no doubt be keen to head to the beach and try some of the water sports activities on offer.

Guests renting villas in Murcia will find a wide range of options available along the Costa Calida, including jet-skiing, canoeing, dinghy sailing and windsurfing.

Holidaymakers can also venture beneath the waves by booking a diving course or excursion. Local companies offer a range of courses and cater for people of all ages and abilities.

Some of the creatures divers can expect to encounter include sunfish, turtles and barracuda.

Other water sports providers located within easy reach of the resort include the Mar Menor Aqua Resort and Pepinos Jet Beach Club.

Guests who prefer to stay on solid ground will also find a wide selection of activities to enjoy throughout their stay at La Torre Resort; these include golf, tennis, hiking, cycling and horse riding. Or guests could choose just to relax by the pool of one of the many luxury villas to rent in Murcia.

It has been highlighted that a huge number of holiday rental owners have been successfully dodging tax on their properties, many for a number of years. A government crackdown is planned after it was revealed that approximately 3 billion euros had been made in undeclared rentals. More than half of those who have rented their properties are reported to have avoided paying tax.

It has always been fairly easy to cheat the system as there have been few measures in place to monitor the holiday business. Furthermore, as many payments are made in cash, the crime is virtually undetectable. But this is set to change, with the government using all at its disposal to discover the tax evaders. Holiday rentals sites on the internet will make it easier to find those renting their property out, and a simple phone call to the owner will allow key details to be revealed.

Of course, in some cases owners are not purposefully trying to break the law. Many are confused by the current system and are unaware of the exact laws surrounding their properties. Tax should be paid on 50% of the income from renting but many feel that they are not given enough help or support by the authorities on the right courses of action.

Spain remains the top choice for those looking for holiday rentals so it’s clear that as a destination it is consistently appealing. Once a system is put in place that is fair and easy for both rental owners and the authorities, Spain is sure to become an even more popular choice.

Bamboo, the popular La Torre Resort restaurant, is set to reopen on the 1st of July. Opening at 7 every evening, Bamboo serves a range of different cuisine from around the world, including Thailand, India and Mexico. There are various themed nights throughout the week – something for everyone to enjoy! Monday is Ladies Night whilst Tuesdays boast 1 euro shots all night. Friday will be sure to be popular with everyone with a themed party every week. The other nights of the week allow popular DJs to play house music for an affordable and enjoyable night of food and fun. Bamboo also boasts its own pool which will be open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Clover opens from 6pm, an Irish bar perfect to have a refreshing beer in in the summer heat. Indeed, Happy Hour on beer runs from 7-9pm with 2 pints for 3.50 euros – certainly a tempting offer! Karaoke is a great way to spend an evening, perhaps enjoyed with some of Clover’s tempting cocktails. The bar plans to  create themed cocktails to tie in with the parties occurring on the Resort, so make sure you don’t miss out on the fun!

More treats include the Icecream Parlour, which opens on the 1st July, and Robles, the Tapas Bar. There are reports that the Limonero bar, which has yet to reveal its opening date, is aiming to do wine tasting evenings – a classy but fun way to spend an evening.

Fiesta Day is the 4th August and there are plans for the staff of the various bars and restaurants to celebrate this in style on the La Torre resorts, with an outside bar and live bands. This is currently a work in process, but support from the community is hoping to be the driving force for the project.

So what’s stopping you booking your own villa in La Torre and joining in the fun? Murcia is the place  to be this summer, with something for everyone, from tapas bars to club nights and everything in between.