Why go on holiday to Roquetas de Mar?
Roquetas de Mar on the Costa del Sol is a popular package destination but retains its Spanish flavour, unlike many other resorts on the Costas. It has good sand and shingle beaches (although the sea can be a little choppy at times), an attractive mountain backdrop and several annual festivals to celebrate along with the locals. There’s a weekly street market and a marina surrounded by tapas bars and restaurants. The seaside promenade is good for an early evening stroll. How much will it cost? Charter flights to Almeria are from £79 and Roquetas is about a 45-minute drive from the airport. Accommodation: seven nights in a self-catering apartment is from £289 including flights. When should I go? Spring temperatures hover around 70F (21C). In July and August, it’s in the high 80sF (30sC). Though popular, the resort doesn’t feel as crowded as some. June sees the Festival of San Juan with bonfires and a fiesta on the beach; in August there are fiestas and fireworks celebrating Our Lady of t
