Cape Verde Islands Caribbean Islands wrong side of Atlantic as undeveloped as Lanzarote was 25 years ago.
Cape Verde is an archipelago comprising ten islands - some mountainous, some flat and sandy - in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. They are the next group of Islands below the Canary Islands,
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The popularity of Cape Verde as a holiday destination looks set to increase this winter when direct flights from the UK are launched.
Cape Verde to within six hours of the UK, leading some to tip it as the new Caribbean.
Cape Verde is an archipelago comprising ten islands - some mountainous, some flat and sandy - in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. They are the next group of Islands below the Canary Islands,
It is, however, a relatively new holiday destination for discerning travellers – but has only previously been accessible by air via southern European or African airports, or by sea. Located on the beautiful coastline of Senegal,
the Cape Verde islands offer undiscovered nightlife, a vibrant culture
and stunning coastlines. The area's major towns are an attractive lure
for many, with destinations such as Praia
and Santiago offering bustling metropolises that offer cuisines from
the region's homegrown beans, sweet potatoes and sugar cane. Visitors
can also find a good nightlife here, with restaurants and live music
available until the early hours.
Flight stats for Cape Verde - did you know?
There are 10 airports in Cape Verde and the 2 biggest are
Amilcar Cabral Intl Airport (Sal, Cape Verde)
Right now, 11 airlines operate out of Amilcar Cabral Intl Airport.
Amilcar Cabral Intl Airport offers nonstop flights to 23 cities.
Every week, at least 21 domestic flights and 35 international flights depart from Amilcar Cabral Intl Airport.
Francisco Mendes Airport (Praia, Cape Verde)
Right now, 5 airlines operate out of Francisco Mendes Airport.
Francisco Mendes Airport offers nonstop flights to 14 cities.
Every week, at least 49 domestic flights and 49 international flights depart from Francisco Mendes Airport.
Cape Verde is a former Portuguese colony, gaining independence in 1975. The climate is dry tropical, with average temperatures ranging between 21C and 31C, and water temperatures ranging between 22C and 27C.
This luxury beach and spa resort is situated on Cape Verde. It offers
fully equipped villas, which boast private swimming pools surrounded by
palm trees. There is also a spa and fitness centre.
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Located in the centre of the historic Mindelo, this Portuguese-style
guest house has a rooftop terrace with an outdoor lounge. It is just a
10-minute walk from Laginha beach.
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Set by the beach on Santiago Island, this hotel is just 200 metres from
Pedra Badejo village. It offers free Wi-Fi access and rooms with a
private veranda and panoramic sea views.
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International Flights:
Cape Verde's International Airport, Amílcar Cabral, is
located on the island of Sal, with direct flights from numerous major European
cities such as Paris, Lisbon, Amsterdam and Las Palmas, travelling to this
'corner of paradise' is becoming increasingly easier and convenient. Direct
cross-Atlantic flights are also available from Boston, New York, Houston and
Atlanta and the highly anticipated new international airport in Praia, the
country's capital on Santiago Island, is expected to vastly increase Cape Verde's
potential as a top holiday destination.
The three principle international
air-carriers flying to and from Cape Verde are TACV (Transportes Aéreos de Cabo
Verde), TAP Air Portugal and South African Airways.
Internal Flights: Once in Cape Verde, travelling
from one island to another is best done through internal flights. The country's
national airline, TACV, offers daily flights to all of the inhabited islands
apart from Brava and Santo Antao, which are only accessible by boat. Passengers
also travelling internationally with TACV will qualify for an 'internal
air-pass' entitling them to reduced fares on pre-booked internal
flights.
For those travelling in groups between islands, private air
charters are available through 'Cape Verde Express' air taxi service. Although
usually a more expensive option, the in-transit views are
unbeatable.
Sea: The
islands of Mindelo, Sao Vicente, Santo Antao, Santiago, Fogo and Brava are all
linked through two well-established cargo-passenger ferry services. These
services are frequent and reliable, but most travellers still favour the
quicker, hassle-free option of internal flights, leaving the ferries to play a
more major role in industry rather than tourism.
Road: When travelling by road, there are several
different options available. Firstly, for those wishing to truly explore, car
hire is readily available on the islands of Santiago, Fogo, Sao Vicente and Sal.
But be aware - only one-third or the country's roads are paved, so driving in
remote areas can be somewhat of an 'adventure'! Vehicles drive on the right-hand
side of the road and an International Driving Licence is required.
The
second option is to travel by taxi, known as 'Aluguer'. This is probably the
most popular way of getting around and these vehicles vary in size and shape -
from cars to pick-ups, vans to minibuses. It is common practice to negotiate the
price of a journey before setting off.
Finally, public buses are a
reliable, inexpensive way of getting around. The cleanliness of the buses is of
a surprisingly high standard, particularly in larger towns.
CAPE VERDE
Cape Verde is a West African archipelago of 10 islands and 8
islets 16 degrees North 24 degrees West in the eastern Atlantic Ocean, south
west of the Canary Islands. It is divided into two groups: Northern Windward
Isles (“Barlavento”): Boa Vista, Sal, Santo Antao, S. Vicente, Sao Nicolau and
Santa Luzia; Southern Leeward Isles (“Sotavento”): Brava, Fogo, Maio,Santiago.
Population: 440,000
Official Language: Portuguese
National Language: Cape
Verde Creole
Currency: Cape Verde Escudo
CapitalCity: Praia (SantiagoIsland)
Airports: 3Santa
Maria (Sal), Praia (Santiago), Mindelo
Time Zone: -2hrs GMT
Religion: Catholic
CLIMATEThe climate as a whole is classed as dry tropical with an average
temperature ranging between 21C to 31C with water temperatures between 22C and
27C. There are 2 seasons, a dry season between November and July and a
comparatively moderate humid season between August and October. Daily sunshine
averages 6 to 7 hours between August and October and 10 to 12 hours for the
rest of the year. Wind speed averages 13 knots between November and July,
dropping to 9 knots in the summer and annual rainfall averages to around 10
inches, mostly falling over the higher ground. There is a significant contrast
in climate between the mountainous regions, which are cooler and wetter, to the
warm, dry climate on the coast. Sal and Boa Vista are particularly dry, unlike
the Caribbean there are no hurricanes.
HEALTHNo vaccinations are required for entry toCape Verde. It
is not recommended to drink the tap water; mineral water is in plentiful
supply. Tourists receive free hospital treatment in general hospitals on
presentation of their passports, but private health insurance is strongly
advised. There is a new hospital and new private health clinics being built on
Sal
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