Is Cape Verde a posh holiday?
Is Cape Verde a posh holiday? The lesser known islands of Cape Verde, 400 miles off the coast of West Africa, are a go-to for luxury holidays.
Is Cape Verde better than Canaries?
Travelers who love a lot of bars, shops and commerce will like it best on the Canary Islands. For nature lovers, no mass tourism and relaxed culture, Cape Verde is a must. Both on Cape Verde and the Canary Islands there are major differences between the islands themselves.
Why is Cape Verde so popular?
Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians, and delicious cuisine. Americans may not have heard much about Cape Verde, but Europeans are much more familiar with the islands as a winter escape.
Is Cape Verde a party island?
Enjoy your parties in Cabo Verde Cape Verde is definitely the destination for you. Especially in the islands of Sal, São Vicente and Santiago, and partly also in Boavista, you will find many places for enjoy of Cape Verde nightlife, dance and listen to live music.
Is Cape Verde hotter than Canaries?
Since the islands sit further south than the Canary Islands, temperatures are even hotter. Yet, just like all islands, there is a rainy season and for Cape Verde, this is in April. If wall-to-wall sunshine is what you are after, then the best time to visit the islands is between June and November.
Is Cape Verde better than Caribbean?
Cape Verde is considered, by many, as an alternative to the Caribbean and offers the same stunning powdery white sand beaches but for cheaper, with shorter flight time (six hours from the UK) and no jet lag as there's only an hour's time difference.
Can you walk around Cape Verde?
The paths on the islands are not waymarked and finding your way independently can be difficult, which is why we only recommend certain self-guided routes. The most spectacular of them all is the coastal walk from Cruzinha to Ponta do Sol on Santo Antão.
Can you swim in the sea in Cape Verde?
Praia da Laginha This picturesque little beach is home to some of the best beach swimming in Cape Verde; the calm, tranquil nature of the sea makes it easy to swim in for even the most precautious of swimmers. Nonetheless, the beach is manned by lifeguards to ensure visitors have complete peace of mind while swimming.