Cape Verde has beautiful coastlines with extensive sandy beaches and glorious year-round sun. Temperatures seldom stray from around 25-30C, and it is a far less touristy option than many tropical destinations. Found 350 miles off West Africa in the eastern Atlantic, it consists of 10 islands and some islets. Interestingly, the habitable islands are all very different. For example, Boa Vista has quiet villages, while Sal offers a vibrant nightlife scene with a variety of bars and restaurants. Fogo has far less tourism infrastructure, but visiting its dramatic volcanic craters up close is an unforgettable experience.
It’s worth noting that Cape Verde’s most luxurious hotels and resorts can’t be compared with those in places like New York, London, the south of France and similar. So there may be shortcomings in certain areas, whether that’s decor, design, materials used, service or cuisine. However, as more and more people discover this cheerful, sunny outpost – there are direct flights from several airports around the UK – standards are improving all the time. And it’s good to take into account that hotel prices here are much lower than in the world’s glitziest destinations.
