An Adults only holiday (also known as a "couples only holiday") in Cape Verde offers an exclusive holiday focused entirely on adults. Children are not welcome here, so you won't encounter any children in the resort or hotel. Resorts that embrace the Adults only concept really focus specifically on adults looking for a relaxed, intimate, and carefree holiday experience. The … [Read more...]
Traveling with disabilities
Cape Verde is a renowned destination for its warm hospitality to all travelers. If you are planning to visit Sal, Boavista, Sao Vicente or one of the other beautiful islands of Cape Verde we have compiled some valuable information and resources to make travelling to Cape Verde as smooth as possible. Transportation When traveling to Cape Verde, it is essential to consider … [Read more...]
Cape Verde or Madeira as a holiday destination?
Cape Verde or Madeira? Which archipelago is most suitable for your holiday? Both destinations are part of Macaronesia, a geographical area of various islands in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. There is much to experience on these beautiful island groups. There are certain similarities between certain islands of both archipelagos, but also some important differences. In this … [Read more...]
LBGTQ+ friendly holiday destination
Cape Verde is a tolerant country and also a friendly holiday destination for LGBTQ+ individuals. The island of São Vicente, particularly the city of Mindelo, is considered a gay-friendly destination. According to a 2020 survey by Afrobarometer, Cape Verde was rated as the most LGBTQ+ friendly country in Africa. The majority of respondents in this opinion poll expressed … [Read more...]
Golf in Cape Verde
Golf players can also enjoy the Cape Verde Islands. Cape Verde has two golf courses. An 9-hole course on the island of Sal and an 18-hole golf course on Sao Vicente. With lovely sunshine and views of the Atlantic Ocean, golfing in Cape Verde is an ideal activity for relaxing. And the present wind makes the gameeven more challenging. Viveiro Golf & Country Club The … [Read more...]
Abandoned airports in Cape Verde
Santo Antao, Agostinho Neto Airport The island of Santo Antao has no longer an airport and until now can only be reached by ferry. From the island of Sao Vicente you are within an hour by boat on Santo Antao. In the past there was the airport Agostinho Neto Airport (GVA), only it was closed in the 90's for security reasons. The airport was located on the northernmost part … [Read more...]
Cape Verde at 100% sustainable energy by 2030
Great ambitions for Cape Verde and an example for much of the rest of the world. The Cape Verde islands aim to obtain 100% of its electricity from sustainable sources within a decade (2030). Sustainable energy means a minimal impact on the climate change. In addition, the switch to sustainable energy also means that the country is relieved of the greatest financial burden. … [Read more...]
UNESCO biosphere reserve at Fogo and Maio
The islands of Fogo and Maio were designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO at the end of 2020. A biosphere reserve is an area that has a unique ecosystem in which biodiversity and local rights are protected. It is the first biosphere reserve in the Cape Verde Islands. Cape Verde is even part of a group of restricted countries with two biospheres. The biosphere reserves on … [Read more...]