The term residential tourism might sound like a contradictory phrase, but a Spanish city called Murcia is pioneering the concept of residential tourism. Residential tourism is catching on fast in other parts of the world too, but Murcia was one of the first places to introduce and facilitate residential tourism. Residential tourism is a step ahead of vacation rentals; people from all over Europe now have second homes in Murcia, and people spend a few months in their home away from home in Murcia.



Residential tourism has spurred rapid real estate development in Murcia, and numerous residential resorts are coming up to cater to overseas buyers. The increasing demand for real estate has spurred construction in and around Murcia, and the number of residential complexes is expected to rise in the coming future. Known as an agricultural community, Murcia's most popular export is oranges and the municipal orchard is one of the most notable landscapes in Murcia. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Murcia include, The Cathedral and Plaza Cadenal Belluga, Plaza de Santo Domingo and Fuensanta Virgin's Sanctuary.

To encourage residential tourism, Murcia boasts of having a world class golf resort and will soon have an extensive tram system. Murcia has three public hospitals in addition to its primary health care centres, providing adequate health care support to the residents of Murcia. Murcia also has a well developed education system with two public universities and a private university for higher education. In a nutshell, Murcia's comprehensive transportation, health care and education system have made it a highly desirable place to live in.

Villas in Murcia are designed in a variety of architectural styles, and the region around Murcia's city hall (The Ayuntamiento) has villas that are designed in traditional Spanish architecture. The area surrounding Murcia's city hall is considered a ?high-class? neighbourhood and villas in and around the city hall are highly sought after. People prefer Murcia for its relaxed way of life and fantastic locales, older parts for Murcia are popular with people looking to retire in Murcia. The old city of Murcia has quaint walks and is ideal for people that want to get away from a hectic life style and a noisy city life.

To meet the high demand for real estate, areas around Murcia are also under constant development and apartments, vacation rentals and villas are now available in areas surrounding Mucia city at affordable rates. Another popular destination with real estate buyers is Traperia. The casino in Traperia is a hub of social activity, and there are numerous villas available in the area surrounding Traperia. Like all Spanish real estate, real estate in Murcia has shown steady appreciation making Murcia an ideal location for real estate investment. Murcia's proximity to the Costa Calida allows Murcia ?s residents and tourists easy access to one of the most scenic and enchanting Mediterranean coast lines Spain has to offer.

In a nutshell, Murcia is more than just a tourist destination and people from all over Europe are making Murcia their home.