*** Our duplex apartment at Al Andalus Thalassa is built on a new development a few minutes from the coast in the Costa del Almeria region of Andalucia in southern Spain. Our property is in Vera Playa near the towns of Mojacar and Vera. 
Almeria offers a blend of golden sandy beaches, picturesque national parks, rugged mountainous scenery and towns and villages which retain a Spanish way of life and authentic charm. 
 
Vera, a large traditional Spanish town, is a stones throw away. Mojácar is a 10 minute drive and the attractive fishing villages of Garrucha and Villaricos are only 5 minutes away. Mojacar Pueblo is positioned in the foot hills of the Sierra Cabrera with relaxing bars, restaurants and local curios. Mojacar Playa is very vibrant with many restaurants, tapas bars, shops and local stores. Many have popular local markets while Garrucha is known especially for its wholesale fish market and quality seafood restaurants. 
 
For the golfers amongst us, Al Andalus Thalassa affords easy access to the best courses in the area. So, whether you are young or mature, searching for a family beach holiday, a golf or walking break, or simply looking to get away from it all, an Almeria holiday offers something for everyone - even skiing in the Sierra Nevada mountains and the largest naturist resort in Spain! 
 
There are 2 large supermarkets close by, Mercadona and Consum. The Consum is located in the Hispanic Centre housing the very popular and reasonable priced Wok Buffet plus an Internet Cafe. Behind this building are various restaurants, bars and cafes which are all within a 15 minute walk from the property. 
 
Each of the local villages host a colourful and typically Spanish local market on a different day of the week. For children there is the water park at Vera open between May and September providing great fun and value for money. Sea enthusiasts can enjoy diving in the bays around the Cabo de Gata, water skiing, windsurfing or boat trips on the Mediterranean.