Disclosure: This is a guest post brought to you by First Choice.
If
you’re looking for a holiday destination that has plenty to offer all
the family, Cape Verde could be it. This archipelago of volcanic islands
located over 300 miles off the coast of Senegal boasts the ideal
combination of relaxation and adventure. The islands are characterized
by an intoxicating mixture of West African and Portuguese cultures and,
though small, they contain an impressive variety of landscapes.
Whether
you want to soak up the sun on a beach, get stuck into water sports or
trek through lush forests, Cape Verde is the place to go, with something
for all ages. Also, the destination benefits from an array of family
resorts complete with pools. With top holiday makers like First Choice, flying out to Cape Verde throughout the year, here’s a quick rundown on what to expect.
Plenty to see and do
In
total, Cape Verde comprises ten islands and at the east of the
archipelago lies Boa Vista. Translated as ‘Beautiful View’, it is
renowned for its stunning coastline. Encircled by white-sand beaches
that have a distinctly tropical look and feel, this is a great location
to de-stress.
Santo
Antão is also well worth checking out. Punctuated by gorges and
mountains, it offers some of the best hiking in West Africa. While the
south of the island is arid, the north-east is home to pine forests and a
plethora of plants. To make the most out of trips to Santo Antão, try
to set aside a few days to explore the undulating terrain on foot.
The
driest of the islands is Sal and, handily, this is served by a large
international airport. The gentle and warm sea than laps this part of
Cape Verde makes it the perfect place for wind and kite-surfing, scuba
diving and general paddling.
Practical information
There
are plenty of hotels to choose from on the archipelago, but for the
best experiences, make sure you select accommodation that includes good
facilities and services for family groups. Bear in mind that many hotels
now offer kids’ clubs.
While the destination is pleasant year-round,
it’s worth noting that the rainy season runs from mid-August to
mid-October, and between December and March, you may need to pack some
sweaters for the evenings. But always remember to pack plenty of sun
cream!
As
long as you plan your trip carefully, you should enjoy a fantastic
break that will leave you and your family with memories to last a
lifetime.
Images by Niall62 and IDS.photos, used under the Creative Commons license.
4 comments:
The scenery is beautiful! Makes me want to go on a vacation soon!
If I could afford to, I'd be gone, looks like a great place to vacation
What a gorgeous location! I'm adding it to my bucket list :)
Oh that looks so beautiful! Oh what I would do to be there now. It is currently 2 degrees outside
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