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CapeVerde Ten Unique Islands - West Africa November 2012 - October 2013
Contents
INTRODUCTION OTHER ISLANDS 21
Experience the Cape Verde Islands 4-5 Foya Branca Hotel 22-23
What to expect 6-8 Oasis Porto Grande Hotel 24
Pestana Tropico Hotel 25
ISLAND OF SAL 9
Hotel Morabeza 10-11 MORE HOTELS ONLINE 26
Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa 12-13 Oosterschelde Tall Ship 27
Odjo d’Agua Hotel 14
ISLAND HOPPING 28-29
Oasis Belorizonte 15
USEFUL INFORMATION
ISLAND OF BOA VISTA 16
A-Z Things to know before you go 30-31
Marine Club 17
Insurance 32
Iberostar Club Boa Vista 18-19
How to book 33
Parque das Dunas Hotel 20
Flights 34
Fair Trading Charter 35
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Santo Antão
All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected
by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate.
Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and
other services) is listed on it. Please see our fair trading charter for further information
or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to:
www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate
Our ATOL number is 1866. We are also members of ABTA and AITO, the AITO
quality charter is on page 31.
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INTRODUCTION
Experience The CapeVerde Islands
As the largest independent specialist tour get used to, but in our experience a smile and firm ‘no’
operator to Cape Verde we first visited goes a long way. That said, we do believe that if guests
are well prepared for what to expect then they are
the islands 19 years ago and were involved
more likely to enjoy their holiday.
in the first direct flight from the UK.
Our aim has always been to provide a
Staff with first hand experience
knowledgeable, honest and open service Being a specialist tour operator, we pride ourselves on
so that we can be certain we’re helping our knowledge, attention to detail and our customers’
you find the perfect holiday and the perfect needs and requirements. Therefore when you are
hotel to suit you. booking your holiday with us you can be sure that our
staff are giving you the best choices available and the
Honest and informative brochure most up-to-date information. When our staff visit Cape
We’re passionate believers in portraying a destination Verde, they write personal reviews of each hotel they
in the most honest way possible, which is why this stay in which are then published on our website on the
brochure has been put together by those who know and individual hotel pages. You will also find some of our
respect the Cape Verde islands and everything they stand customers’ opinions on each of the hotel pages in this
for. The archipelago is a genuinely breathtaking place, brochure.
with its diverse allure from sandy beaches and warm seas
through dramatic island interiors with their precipitous Our resort team
rice terraces to bustling cultural centres such as Praia We have our own assigned representatives on each
and Mindelo. Tourism here is still relatively new, and for island that live on the islands year round, along with
that reason there is information that every holidaymaker assistance from our specially selected partner and agent
should be aware of before making a decision as to Barracuda Tours, who have offices throughout the islands
whether Cape Verde is right for them – some of which with English speaking representatives. Together they
may not be mentioned by other tour operators. will always be on hand to make sure your holiday goes
smoothly and to deal with any issues you might have.
In some towns there is development work and the
landscapes on some islands are barren to the point
of desolation! You may also find the friendly, cajoling
nature of some of the street sellers takes some time to
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What we offer The Serenity service
• Holidays to 6 of the 10 islands of Cape Verde The Cape Verde Experience is part of Serenity
• A wide choice of hotels from 2½ to 5 . Please see page 8 for more Holidays, an independent, fully bonded tour operator
details on our classifications YEARS which prides itself on the quality of its holidays and the
WEST AFRICA personal service provided to customers.
• Hotels on bed & breakfast, bon appetit, half board, full board EXPERIENCE
and all-inclusive basis
• A choice of exciting island hopping itineraries including a new tall ship • 25 years’ experience of providing holidays to West Africa
(see pages 27–29)
• In-depth knowledge of the destinations
• Tailor-made itineraries for any island and hotel combination, subject to
• Knowledgeable English speaking representatives
internal flights
• Loyalty discounts for repeat customers
• Service from our local representative on each island
• 5* AITO sustainable tourism status
• A comprehensive website with essential information on the islands, flights
• Widest choice of flight options to the islands from 4 UK airports
and accommodation
More online at CapeVerde.co.uk
Visit our comprehensive website where you can book securely online 24
hours a day and view more in-depth information on the individual islands
and all of our accommodation – including maps, hints and tips, staff and
press reviews, online chat facility, photo galleries and videos. You can also
see our latest destination news and stay in touch or share your experiences
with our various online communities.
A Personal Experience
For anyone looking for guaranteed
tropical sunshine, miles of unspoiled
white-sand beaches and a low-key, laid-back family
experience, Cape Verde is a fantastic option; like
discovering the missing link between the Canaries and
the Caribbean... “No stress”, we were told several times,
is the Cape Verde motto, and the package offered by
our hotel delivered on that promise. We’d never been on
an all-inclusive family holiday before, but after a week,
we were converts... In Cape Verde, we got a proper,
relaxing break, with all the convenience and ease of a
package holiday, but without any of the crowds.
TRACY MACLEOD
The Independent
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INTRODUCTION
What to expect
Hard to beat as an all round holiday destination
The Cape Verde islands are a crescent shaped archipelago up to an incredibly alive destination, raw and emerging for sure, but with a
500km west of Senegal in the Atlantic Ocean. They enjoy tropical climate and enough beauty and beguiling charm for even the most
jaded of travellers.
their own diverse culture, strong sense of history and
identity that has been widely influenced by Africa, Portugal The short flights (around 6 hours), the small time difference and the friendly
and Brazil, yet remains unique to Cape Verde. people all add to the appeal – not to mention that the islands are still low
key enough to feel like a bit of a discovery.
This diversity is only multiplied by the fact that each individual island is also
so different from its neighbours – different in people and history, different in The ten islands all offer something different, and whilst it’s true that most
landscape, different in levels of development and even in dialect. It all adds holidaymakers come to Cape Verde to simply relax in the sunshine it does
WEST AFRICA
CAPE VERDE
ISLANDS
SENEGAL
THE GAMBIA
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
CAPE VERDE ISLANDS
BRAZIL
Santo Antão
Ribeira Grande
Pombas
PORTO NOVO
Sal
MINDELO
Santa Luzia
São Vicente VILA DA RIBEIRA
BRAVA Fly from:
ESPARGOS
Gatwick
Manchester Santa Maria
Birmingham
São Nicolau
Boa Vista
SAL REI
Fly from:
Gatwick
Manchester
Birmingham
ATLANTIC OCEAN Glasgow
0 10 20 kilometers
0 10 20 miles
Santiago Maio
Fogo
VILA DO
MAIO
NOVA
SINTRA
Brava SÃO FILIPE
PRAIA
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pay to explore, as there’s so much variety on offer. You’ll find excellent Currency
hotels and beaches; sun and surf on Sal and Boa Vista; an active volcano on The currency in Cape Verde is Escudo expressed as $ or CV Esc before
Fogo where they produce their own wine of notable quality; the genuinely the amount which can only be obtained on the islands. There is a fixed
breathtaking interior of Santo Antão with its rice terraces clinging to crags exchange rate of $110 to 1 Euro and as Euros are also generally accepted
and precipices, the history of Santiago and the throb of music in the cultural we recommend that you take Euros in place of Sterling. Travellers cheques
centre of Mindelo on São Vicente. Something for everyone! can be changed on some islands but the commission rates are high.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted, and all other cards ie. Switch and
Flying is the most practical way of travelling from island to island however it Maestro are not. Please do not rely soley on ATM machines.
should be noted that TACV (Cabo Verde Airlines), who provide the island’s
internal flights, can and do change schedules and flights are sometimes
delayed, cancelled or even depart early, though this has improved a good
deal in recent years. For this reason we may recommend an overnight stay
on Sal or Boa Vista for one night prior to, or following an international flight.
The smaller islands are more difficult to visit due to infrequent flights but our
team will be happy to advise what itineraries are possible. There is a regular
ferry service that operates between São Vicente and Santo Antão. For more
information on the smaller islands such as São Nicolau, Brava, Maio and
Santa Luzia please visit our website CapeVerde.co.uk.
With its mixture of sun, excellent beaches and geographical, cultural and
historical interest, the Cape Verde islands are hard to beat as an all round
holiday destination.
Tourism - the facts
It is vital to remember that tourism is still very much in its infancy in Cape
Verde and health and safety as well as service levels in hotels and restaurants
do not always compare favourably to hotels in more established destinations.
There is poverty and you may encounter locals trying to sell you paintings
and handicrafts. Despite being off-putting at times, the sellers are quite
harmless and are very few and far between. There is ongoing development
on the islands, which can range from single villas to huge complexes and
during your visit you are likely to see and hear some building work. If there
is building work taking place either in, or next to your chosen hotel, we will
advise you if we feel it will affect your holiday.
A bit of background
Given the position of the Cape Verde islands – 500km from the coast
of West Africa – it’s not surprising that they remained uninhabited until
Portuguese traders populated them in the 15th century. The islands
became an outpost of the Portuguese empire and a stop on trading and
slaving routes across the Atlantic, including visits by Sir Francis Drake in the
1580s. As such the islands do have a unique culture, part West African, part
Portuguese with a splash of Brazilian, and the people are fiercely proud of
their heritage – both on a national and individual island level.
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Climate Restaurants and nightlife
The weather on each island can vary but year round temperatures You will find a selection of restaurants in the main towns offering local Creole
on all the islands are in the mid to high twenties. Sal and Boa Vista dishes as well as international cuisine and many will have live Cape Verdean
enjoy virtually uninterrupted sunshine although it can rain irregularly music at least once a week. There are numerous bars and restaurants in
between August and October. Due to their location in the Atlantic the likes of Santa Maria (Sal) and Mindelo (São Vicente) and these can be
Ocean and some of the islands being flat, Cape Verde attracts a throbbing with music long into the night. The smaller, quieter islands including
constant breeze, which is heightened between November and April Boa Vista do not have such a wide selection and the limited menu may well
- perfect for watersports, though cooler in the evenings. be what they have prepared on the day. Prices vary, but expect to pay the
equivalent of between €25-30 for a three course meal with wine.
Sunshine hours (AVERAGE)
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Jan
8 Feb
9 Mar
10 Apr
10 May
10 Jun
8 Jul
7 Aug
6 Sep
8 Oct
8 Nov
9 Dec
8 Families
8 9 10 10 10 8 7 6 8 8 9 8 Children are made to feel very welcome in Cape Verde. Although most
hotels do not have specific children’s clubs or a babysitting service there is a
selection which offer play areas or daily activities for children to join. A trip
to the islands will prove extremely interesting for children due to the vibrant
culture, changing landscape and the range of activities available inside and
out of the hotels. Please check in the hotel descriptions, or to discuss the
1 2 4 5 6 7 6 6 5 3 2 1
1 2 4 5 6 7 6 6 5 3 2 1 requirements for your family further, please call our reservations team on
Temperature
Jan Feb
°C (AVERAGE
Mar Apr
Max)
May Jun Jul Aug Sep
= London Averages
Oct Nov Dec 0845 330 2046.
Jan
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25 Mar
25 Apr
25 May
26 Jun
27 Jul
27 Aug
28 Sep
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28 Dec
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Getting around Cape Verde
Taxis are readily available in the larger towns and as a guide, a 2 to 3 mile
journey would be approximately €3. The most inexpensive way of getting
around are the ’aluguers’ that are easily identified and drive around towns,
often full of passengers and packages. You simply shout when you want to
get off! Car hire is available but roads are poor and quite bumpy outside the
6 7 10 13 17 20 22 21 19 14 10 7
6 7 10 13 17 20 22 21 19 14 10 7 main towns with little signage so we do not recommend this.
Activities
Along with superb beaches and a great climate, the Cape Verde islands
Language and culture
provide a wealth of activities for those who enjoy a bit more than sun
The official language of the islands is Portuguese, which is used in anything
seeking and meandering around whilst they are on holiday. There are a
that is written; yet Portuguese is rarely spoken. Instead they use Creole,
huge number of activities on offer including diving and snorkelling, all forms
their national language, and even this can differ from island to island.
of surfing, small to big game fishing, turtle or whale watching, excursions by
The Cape Verdeans are generally very friendly and welcoming – many
plane, boat, camel or quad bike, plus as many hikes, rambles and treks as
people will approach just to chat and to use and practise their English.
you can manage! Of course each island does have its own niche if you fancy
a particular activity during your stay. To enquire about a specific activity or
Medication excursion and to check what is best on your chosen island please call our
At the time this brochure was printed no vaccinations were required to visit reservations team on 0845 330 2046.
the Cape Verde islands. There is also no malaria present in Cape Verde
with the exception of the island of Santiago from September to November.
Jan - Dec J F M A M J J A S O N D
If you are visiting Santiago during these months please check with your GP
Diving/Snorkelling
for the latest advice.
Wind/kite Surfing
Hotel classifications Game Fishing
We have created our own rating system based upon standards available Seeing Turtles
within the islands and taking into consideration feedback from our Whale Watching Boa Vista Sal
customers. Our ratings are illustrated by a hibiscus flower.
Trekking
A flower outline illustrates a midway grade. Our team will be happy to
Best Good Not Ideal
discuss in more detail which hotels would best suit you.
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SAL
Take a quick glance at the huge golden sweep of the beach at Santa Maria and you’ll be under no illusion as to why the
island of Sal has become famous for its beach holidays; and if you’re looking to switch off totally and spend some time
soaking up the sun, we might just have the perfect place for you...
Viewed from the plane window after a few hours of the slatey blue of the
Atlantic Ocean, the island of Sal is quite a prospect. The interior of the island
is of reddish rock, and for the most part is almost completely flat and barren
whilst the southern coast holds the renowned golden beaches. To the
north, the islands capital, Espargos is home to most of the island’s residents
and is worth visiting if you wish to see the workings of an authentic
Cape Verdean town.
Island of Sal
Famous for its year-round beach holidays
The resort of Santa Maria is where you’ll find most of the hotels, plus a
continually growing number of lively bars and restaurants offering a variety
of local and international dishes. The highlight is of course the wonderfully
fresh seafood, which you can see being brought into the town’s dock every
day. Santa Maria is only 20 minutes or so from the airport, so you can be
by the pool or on the beach quickly after touching down. The beach is
exceptional and does seem to roll on forever therefore it’s not too difficult
to find a nice quiet spot to relax in.
Many visitors come to Sal for the watersports and it’s hardly surprising. Sal’s
long sandy beaches and turquoise waters make a wonderful playground for
windsurfing, kite surfing and surfing. The wind can sometimes be very strong
and Sal is considered to be amongst the world’s top five windsurfing locations.
Diving and fishing are also available and there are plenty of places to hire
equipment and organise trips, which can be arranged by our resort team.
There is currently development work happening across Sal including parts
of Santa Maria. However, we have found it does not detract from the main
reason people go to Santa Maria – the sun and the glorious sandy beach.
Terra Boa
Buracona
Espargos Pedra
Palmeira de Lume
0 5 km =Hotels
0 5 miles
Meliá Tortuga
Beach Resort & Spa
Pontão SANTA MARIA
Oasis Belorizonte
Morabeza
Odjo d’Agua
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Hotel Morabeza
Island of Sal
Customer Favourite - Couples - Beachfront
T he Morabeza has always been our most popular hotel on the
island of Sal, with good reason and was voted the top hotel
on the island by our guests in 2011. It’s family run and friendly, A most relaxing holiday in a beautiful beach
has great facilities and restaurants, and is located just a few steps location amongst a very friendly local population.
from the glorious Santa Maria beach.
Mr Kilvert, Shropshire
Morabeza is a local word meaning ‘hospitality’ - a term which the hotel more
than lives up to. It’s the longest established hotel on Sal, and was originally the
home of a Belgian family, the Vynckiers, whose legacy has been preserved by the
recent unveiling of a sculpture and the naming of a street adjoining the hotel. The
fact that it’s now run by their granddaughter (one Sophie Marcellesi) adds a real
sense of continuity and provides a strong family atmosphere. It has developed
into a very attractive and much sought after hotel, particularly with the recent
addition of an executive block housing a second pool area with superb rooms
and suites, which have proved extremely popular with our guests.
The grounds of the hotel are extensive with a broad range of superbly furnished
room types and with excellent facilities at every turn: the main pool area with
a bar, tennis courts and mini-golf, a well-stocked library and games room,
including two snooker tables and table tennis as well as a gym. All this and yet
the hotel never feels overly busy, it absorbs everything into its air of peace and
calm. There is also the superb Beach Club, which is right on the beach and is
the perfect spot for lunch, or a refreshing drink.
A popular way to explore the resort’s excellent restaurants and themed evening
meals is choosing the bon appetit dining option. With this, you get dinner at the
hotel in the newly refurbished Les Palmiers restaurant on the first and last night
of your stay and the Saturday barbecue buffet, leaving you free to venture out
into Santa Maria to try the local bars and restaurants on the other evenings.
The Morabeza places a high premium on taste,
not just when it comes to its cocktails and great
food, but in its decor, its grounds and its stunning
ACTIVITIES CUISINE beachside restaurant. All the elements you look for in
Tennis courts (pre book), games room 3 restaurants, Beach Club, La Tortue and a hotel, mixed to perfection!
Gym, archery Les Palmiers
Paul Kendall, Sunday Telegraph
Pétanque, mini-golf (There is a lift to La Tortue restaurant & bar)
Watersports centre nearby (payable locally) 3 bars More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Morabeza
HOTEL FACILITIES ROOM FACILITIES ROOM CHOICE SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
Main swimming pool, executive pool Twin or double beds Sea side from £6 Bon appetit £66 pppw
Weekly barbecue, regular evening entertainment Small fridge Junior suite from £6 Half board £22
Fitness room and hairdresser (payable locally) Television Executive room from £14 Full board £38
Internet point (payable locally) Hairdryer
Family room from £14 Air-conditioning included
120 rooms Telephone
Duplex (on 2 floors) from £38 Single room from £26
Air-conditioning
Safe Master suite from £38 Child sharing (2-11 years) -£14
Balcony or terrace Executive suite from £51
All supplements and room upgrades are per person
per night (unless stated) based on twin occupancy.
10 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046Executive room
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 1013 996 976 1013 1479 1434 1103 1079 1100 1206 1110 1110 1139 1219 1072 See page 34 for flight information
14 1397 1383 1373 1894 2129 1870 1571 1549 1570 1587 1574 1549 1649 1623 1549
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Double land view room with direct UK flights to Sal and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £70
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 11Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa
Island of Sal
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Couples - Spa - Families - Beachfront
T his 5* all-inclusive resort operated by the Sol Meliá Group
opened in May 2011 and offers a more intimate and personal
experience than can be found in the other larger all-inclusive We loved the Meliá Tortuga Beach.
resorts on Sal. Quiet, unostentatious, comfortable and tasteful.
The resort boasts the highest quality hotel suites and villas found on the islands. Mrs Chennell, West Sussex
There are 271 rooms, each designed and furnished to a very impressive
standard. Our pricing is based on the 1-bedroom suites which have a spacious
living area. 2-bedroom suites and family suites are also available as well as
luxurious 3-bedroom or 4-bedroom villas with private plunge pool and garden.
Located in the south west of the island, 15 minutes from the airport and less
than 10 minutes by taxi from the town of Santa Maria, the resort offers a choice
of restaurants, stylish bars, a gymnasium and a YHI Spa. As you walk from the
main complex through the cobbled pathways you pass the two large freshwater
pool areas, the first quietier and the second more lively, featuring a pool bar and
adjacent, shaded children’s pool. The mini club is based here providing activities
throughout the day. Upon arriving at the beach you are met with golden sand,
a beautiful turquoise sea and the fabulous Ô Grille beach restaurant and bar –
perfect for lunch or a refreshing cocktail before sunset.
Spices, the main restaurant provides international buffet cuisine plus show
cooking and themed nights on selected evenings. For more casual dining, the
Waterside restaurant is next to the main pool or you could choose the à la carte
Mediterranean restaurant, Aqua (reservation required).
The watersports centre on the beach offers a wide range of activities, or for
total relaxation and rejuvenation enjoy a treatment at the YHI Spa. Meliá Tortuga
Beach Resort & Spa offers an excellent combination of quality accommodation
and facilities. In our opinion the resort is ideal for those looking to relax and get
away from the stresses of life back home.
Please note for safety reasons, we do not recommend bathing in the sea directly
outside the hotel due to underlying rocks. For safer waters, Ponta Preta beach is a ALL-INCLUSIVE
10-minute walk along the beach.
Staying at the Meliá Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa includes breakfast, lunch,
dinner, snacks, unlimited soft drinks (including bottled water), local and
ACTIVITIES CUISINE international alcoholic drinks (Premium brands excluded), which are served
Mini club 4 restaurants: Spices – main buffet restaurant, personally rather than self-dispensed, late bar, and a range of hotel-based
YHI Spa Aqua Italian & Mediterranean à la carte activities.
Gym, beach volleyball (reservation required, supplements may apply)
Watersports centre on beach (payable locally) Ô Grille beach restaurant
Waterside pool restaurant
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HOTEL FACILITIES SUITE FACILITIES ROOM CHOICE SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
2 swimming pools and shaded children’s pool Double beds, air-conditioning 2-bedroom suite (minimum 3 sharing) £7 Air-conditioning included
Regular evening entertainment Flat screen satellite TV, telephone and safe 2-bedroom family suite (minimum 3 sharing) £12 Single room £42
Wi-Fi and internet room (payable locally) Balcony or terrace 3-bedroom villa (based on 5 or 6 sharing) from £47 Child sharing (2-11 years) from -£30
4 bars - Sway piano bar, Late bar, Pool bar, My bar Internet access (payable locally)
4-bedroom villa (sleeps up to 8) from £90
Complimentary shuttle bus to Santa Maria Fridge All supplements and room upgrades are per person
271 rooms Hairdryer per night based on twin occupancy.
12 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 1068 1048 1039 1084 1519 1483 1172 1102 1149 1269 1196 1165 1189 1264 1116 See page 34 for flight information
14 1498 1481 1468 1930 2228 1968 1700 1619 1669 1685 1669 1682 1720 1650 1548
Prices are in £s per person on All-inclusive in a 1-bedroom suite with direct UK flights to Sal and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £72
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 13Odjo d’Agua Hotel
Island of Sal
Couples - Central Location - Small & Friendly
R ight in the heart of Santa Maria, enjoying a privileged location
and its own sandy beach, Odjo d’Agua is a small, family run
hotel with an authentic Cape Verdean feel.
The hotel has a charming interior with many personal touches as well as
antiques and photographs from the owner’s history. The warmth of the greeting
adds to this family atmosphere as well as guests receiving a personal guided tour
of the hotel. The rooms are simple but comfortable and are situated on two
floors, with upgrade options available including sea views and suites.
From the swimming pool, the views along the shore are fabulous, although
nothing can match the outlook from the O Farolin restaurant. Perched on a sea
wall promontory, the restaurant comes alive at night with gentle live music and
serves some of the finest freshly caught seafood anywhere on Sal. A bon appetit
dining option is available at a supplement.
To the side of the hotel, there is a more sheltered sandy cove, ideal for
sunbathing or having a quick dip. For those who wish to venture out in the
evening, the Odjo d’Agua is only a short stroll from the resort centre of Santa
Maria with its ever-growing number of shops, restaurants and bars.
Please note there are some unguarded drops around this hotel.
HOTEL FACILITIES CUISINE
Beach area and beach bar O Farolin restaurant
(beds and parasols payable locally) Bar with evening music
Small swimming pool
Gym area ROOM CHOICE
Alma massage suite (payable locally) Sea view from £12
Local art shop Junior suite from £14
Internet point (payable locally) Junior suite partial sea view from £24
46 rooms
Suite from £36
ROOM FACILITIES
BON APPETIT DINING
SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
Twin or double beds Bon appetit £69 pppw
Adding the bon appetit option will entitle you to breakfast on each morning
Air-conditioning, safe (payable locally) Half board £23
plus 3 evening meals for a 7 night stay, 4 evening meals for 10/11 night
Minibar (payable locally) stays and 6 evening meals for 2 weeks - the perfect way to experience the
Air-conditioning included
Telephone, LCD television, hairdryer cuisine both at the hotel and around Santa Maria during your stay.
Single room from £13
Shower over bath
Balcony or terrace Supplements & room upgrades are per person per
night (unless stated) & based on twin occupancy.
PPPW – per person per week.
More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Odjo
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 953 938 918 954 1262 1203 979 924 916 1028 929 913 972 1052 894 See page 34 for flight information
14 1250 1230 1214 1493 1690 1457 1299 1202 1197 1234 1214 1180 1263 1233 1164
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Standard room with direct UK flights to Sal and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £47
14 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046Oasis Belorizonte
Island of Sal
Families – Central Location - Island Hopping
S ituated alongside the white sands of Santa Maria beach, the
Oasis Belorizonte is a well-established hotel with a good range
of facilities.
The comfortable rooms, all equipped with air-conditioning, are situated in
bungalows within the well-kept grounds or the block encircling one of the
swimming pools. There are three ample sized pools, surrounded by flowering
plants, palm trees and lounger-decked sun terraces, as well as two small pools
for children. Alternatively, the stretch of beach in front of the hotel is very well
maintained and is an irresistible place for sun worshippers to relax or enjoy a
drink at the excellent beach bar.
The more energetic can partake in organised exercise classes, beach games
or watersports or even use the best gymnasium in town free of charge.
Throughout the day, there are always plenty of activities on offer, from
diving lessons to tennis and traditional Cape Verdean shows in the pleasant
surroundings of the Salinas bar, there is something here for everyone.
Minutes from the amenities of Santa Maria, Belorizonte is perfectly placed for
a stroll along the promenade to visit the local shops, bars and restaurants and
of course take full advantage of the excellent expanse of beach right on your
doorstep!
HOTEL FACILITIES CUISINE
3 swimming pools - 2 are salt water 3 restaurants, Santa Maria, Flor do Sal, Salinas Grill
2 children’s pools 5 bars
Children’s play area
Laundry facilities ROOM CHOICE
Internet (payable locally)
Superior bungalow from £7
263 rooms (203 bungalows & 60 superior rooms)
Superior room from £16
ROOM FACILITIES
SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS With a wooden interior and decorated with
Twin or double beds
Half board £16 seashells plus comfortable sofas and plenty of shade,
Bungalows including bunk beds for children
Air-conditioning All-inclusive £24 the beach bar is a great little place to sit and relax
Mini bar (including a free bottle of water daily) Air-conditioning included with a drink or lunch!
Safe (payable locally) Single room from £22
Television, telephone Heidi Page, Marketing Executive
Child sharing (2-11 years) from -£10
Balcony or terrace
Supplements & room upgrades are per person per
night based on twin occupancy.
More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Belorizonte
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
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Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
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Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Standard room with direct UK flights to Sal and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £34
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 15BOA VISTA
There is a tendency to resort to over-used adjectives when describing Boa Vista – tranquil, beautiful and unique. Yet there
is something of all of those things in this beguiling little island. From the emerging dunes and towering date palms, to the
blanketed sands and glistening waters, the beaches will truly take your breath away.
Whilst the interior of the island is something of a lunar-like moonscape sculpted
by the winds over the years, the outer edges are dominated by sweeping
golden sand and turquoise sea. The Praia des Chaves beach, upon which
two of our hotels stand, is a stunning prospect, hundreds of metres wide and
stacked up at one end with massive dunes. Santa Monica, in the south of the
island, is something else again: its 15kms of sand stretch away from you in either
direction. These deserted white beaches are a true haven for wildlife, with
Ervatao beach, one of the world’s key nesting sites for loggerhead turtles.
Island of Boa Vista
The perfect place to truly escape and relax
Boa Vista’s main town and population centre is Sal Rei, a sleepy little port in
the north west of the island. It is starting to gather a small selection of bars and
restaurants, but like a microcosm of the island, activity here tends to be fairly
low key. This is translated to the hotels, which although having varying levels of
facilities, daytime activities and night time entertainment, above all else tend to
be places to relax and unwind. What the hotels all share however, is privileged
access to the real allure of Boa Vista – the beaches.
As well as being a sunbathing heaven, activities are aplenty on Boa Vista. Due to
the constant breeze, the island is the perfect venue for watersports of all types
- from surfing, wind-surfing and kite-surfing, to deep fishing and diving. Or for
those wanting to stay on land, try buzzing up and down the beaches or around
the sand dunes on a quad bike.
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16 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046Marine Club
Island of Boa Vista
Couples - Older Families - Close to Sal Rei
T he Marine Club is a quiet, attractive hotel set on a hillside
overlooking the bay of Praia de Cruz.
This hotel offers good facilities, including a large pool area, a massage suite,
a daily activity programme, and evening entertainment consisting of local
or international music. The grounds are very well kept, with flowering
bougainvillea and tropical plants lining the narrow cobbled lanes and pathways
leading down to the bay.
All of the rooms are comfortable, simply furnished and scattered on the small
hillside (making this hotel unsuitable for the less mobile) and you also have the
upgrade option of a sea facing villa with a spacious terrace.
Marine Club benefits from wonderful views across the bay throughout the
hotel, which can perhaps best be enjoyed from the restaurant and bar. The
wooden pier that stretches out over the crystal clear water provides the perfect
place to sit and relax or enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif. Meals are buffet style and are
taken in the main restaurant or at the snack bar by the pool.
As well as half board, there is a full board and soft drinks board basis available at
a supplement, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks along with unlimited
soft drinks and water. For those who wish to venture out of an evening, you
are also only a short taxi ride away from the island’s capital Sal Rei, with its quiet
squares and ever growing number of restaurants and bars.
HOTEL FACILITIES CUISINE
Swimming pool and shallow pool Buffet style restaurant Tartarughino
Children’s club Pool bar also serving snacks, beach bar
Gift shop, massage suite (payable locally) ROOM CHOICE
Daily activity programme, evening entertainment
Standard room -£5
Hairdresser, library area, bicyle hire (payable locally)
Internet point and Wi-Fi (payable locally) Sea view villa £7
99 rooms SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
Marine Club has a terrific location where guests
Half board £14 enjoy great views, space to relax at the large pool,
ROOM FACILITIES
Full board and soft drinks £27 beach or seaside bar. Plus they can visit Sal Rei for a
Twin or double beds Single room from £17 real Cape Verdean experience.
Air-conditioning, ceiling fan, safe 3rd person sharing from -£3
Telephone, television, hairdryer, mini-fridge Jon Taylor, Contracting Manager
Child sharing (2-11 years) from -£15
Balcony or terrace
All supplements and room upgrades are per person
per night based on twin occupancy.
More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Marine
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Boa Vista from Gatwick,
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Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Manchester, Glasgow and Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 839 829 819 839 1265 1215 979 849 859 959 878 858 929 999 839 See page 34 for flight information
14 1065 1047 1041 1495 1715 1475 1179 1076 1095 1117 1094 1069 1199 1139 1069
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Superior sea view room with direct UK flights to Boa Vista and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £39
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 17Iberostar Club Boa Vista
Island of Boa Vista
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Beachfront - Couples - Spa - Families
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options available including sea view rooms, larger superior rooms and suites.
The 276 rooms are set in 17 bungalow style buildings within manicured garden
areas and are staggered on the hillside. The rooms and swimming pool area are
elevated at the front of the resort overlooking the beach, which itself is accessed
via a steep slope.
Meals are enjoyed in the main international buffet restaurant Belvedere,
where the choice and variety on offer is impressive, or the gourmet à la carte
restaurant Sodade where a reservation is required.
Various daytime activities take place at the Iberostar to keep you busy during
your holiday if you wish and for something special why not indulge yourself
with one of the spa or beauty treatments? A good option for families thanks to
mini and maxi kids clubs and the superb pool area, this hotel is also perfect for
couples wanting a romantic holiday with a more personal feel.
In a stunning position high above the beautiful fine sands of Praia des Chaves
beach, the views from this resort are simply spectacular and you can enjoy
walks along the expanse of beach in either direction.
Please note, due to steep slopes, this hotel is unsuitable for the less mobile.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Staying at the Iberostar Club Boa Vista includes breakfast, lunch, dinner,
snacks, unlimited soft drinks (including bottled water), unlimited local and
ACTIVITIES CUISINE
international alcoholic drinks and most hotel based activities from the daily
Daily activity programme Main buffet restaurant Belvedere activity programme.
Children’s club Gourmet restaurant Sodade (reservation required,
Mini 4-8 years, Maxi 9-12 years, Teens 13-16 years supplements may apply)
Tennis courts 4 bars - Pool, Beach, Theatre, Lobby
Archery More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Iberostar
HOTEL FACILITIES ROOM FACILITIES ROOM CHOICE SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
Swimming pool and children’s pool Twin or double beds Partial sea view £7 Premium all-inclusive call for details
Shops and boutiques Air-conditioning, fridge, hairdryer Front sea view £14 Air-conditioning included
Fitness room Television, telephone Superior room £26 Single room from £30
Spa (payable locally) Shower
Family room £28 Child sharing (2-11 years) from -£30
Theatre Safe (payable locally)
Suite £44 3rd person sharing -£15
Laundry service (payable locally) Balcony or terrace
Wi-Fi in lobby area (payable locally) All supplements and room upgrades are per person
276 rooms per night (unless stated) based on twin occupancy.
18 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046Front sea view room
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Boa Vista from Gatwick,
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Manchester, Glasgow and Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 1097 1068 1065 1110 1479 1549 1169 1139 1144 1260 1159 1160 1230 1269 1068 See page 34 for flight information
14 1590 1570 1560 1827 2158 1939 1660 1649 1659 1669 1654 1684 1743 1613 1533
Prices are in £s per person on All-inclusive in a Standard room with direct UK flights to Boa Vista and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £82
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 19Parque das Dunas Hotel
Island of Boa Vista
Couples - Tranquil - Small & Intimate
T he Parque das Dunas is a typical Cape Verdean hotel, which
sits directly on the extraordinary sweep of Praia des Chaves
beach and is truly a quiet retreat – it might just be the perfect
place to relax and unwind.
When we say ‘sits directly on Praia des Chaves’ we’re not exaggerating!
Many of the rooms open out onto the beach itself, and the main body of the
hotel is just a few steps from this quintessential Cape Verdean beach. We’re not
overstating the peace and calm at Parque das Dunas either: everything is low
key on this already quiet island.
The rooms here are simply furnished bungalows, situated within rows either
side of the pool and adjacent to the beach. The central pool area is flanked by
sun loungers, with shaded areas provided by palm trees. The bar and restaurant
area is an informal affair, with seating inside and out where you can enjoy a
refreshing beverage and typical Cape Verdean cuisine or seafood from the
menu.
The island’s small capital Sal Rei is only a 15-minute taxi or shuttle ride away,
and is a pleasant town to stroll around, exploring the squares and quayside
or sampling the small selection of shops, restaurants and bars. Alternatively,
venture further afield, to the dramatic Boa Vistan coastline on one of the many
excursions on offer on the island.
HOTEL FACILITIES CUISINE
Swimming pool with children’s section Main restaurant, à la carte lunch and dinner
Reading area
Internet point and Wi-Fi in public areas SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
(payable locally)
Half board £18
I really enjoyed my stay, which I felt was in touch
Safe in reception (payable locally)
Full board £26 with the local community – it was a real treat
Courtesy shuttle bus to Sal Rei
48 rooms Air-conditioning included to sleep in rooms so close to the beach, nothing
Single room £9 compares to waking up to the sound of the ocean.
ROOM FACILITIES 3rd person sharing -£2
Sarah Marshall, Press Association
Twin or double beds Child sharing (2-11 years) -£10
Air-conditioning, ceiling fan All supplements and room upgrades are per person
Mini-fridge, terrace per night based on twin occupancy. More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/Parque
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Boa Vista from Gatwick,
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Manchester, Glasgow and Birmingham
20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
7 839 819 794 849 1215 1165 869 849 859 929 829 819 879 959 819 See page 34 for flight information
14 1052 1029 1019 1350 1530 1290 1058 1021 1014 1039 1024 1014 1154 1094 1014
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Standard room with direct UK flights to Boa Vista and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £36
20 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046MORE ISLANDS
Although the focus of our accommodation tends to be on Sal and Boa Vista, we do feature hotels on the islands of São
Vicente, Santiago, Santo Antão and Fogo for the more scenically spectacular side of the Cape Verde islands. For extensive
information on these islands, please visit the Cape Verde Experience website.
São Vicente
São Vicente is rightly regarded as one of the cultural centres of the islands. In the
capital, Mindelo, you’ll find a choice of bars, restaurants, fine old-style colonial
architecture and cobbled streets. You’re likely to hear the delicate melancholy
of the traditional mornas as sung by the island’s most famous daughter, the late
Cesaria Evoria, plus the more frantic funana. Yet, culture is not the only thing on
offer in São Vicente. Geographically, the island offers a vast array of landscapes
- from the dramatic mountainous interior, the dried river bed of Ribeira Julião
with its lush plantations and typical Cape Verdean villages, to the spectacular
coastline around the Baia das Gatas.
Santo Antão
Santo Antão is the second largest island in the archipelago and has a beautiful
lush, green landscape on its north side. There are precipitous peaks, jaw-
Other islands
dropping ravines and dwellings clinging to the side of mountains with locals
tending their crops in terraced areas that look completely inaccessible. The
scenic drive across the mountains from Porto Novo to Ribeira Grande in the
So much more to explore
north east of the island is well worth the trip!
Santiago
Santiago is the largest and most developed island in the archipelago with a rich
history, dramatic mountainous scenery and lively nightlife. We would recommend
a day trip to the old capital of Cidade Velha (a UNESCO world heritage site) and
Forte Real de São Filipe, the main slave trading point between Europe, Africa
and America. Of an evening, Praia, the island’s modern capital, comes alive
with music, which can be heard in most bars and restaurants. The spectacular
hinterland is superb for walking – most of which consist of finding a point in the
centre of the island and following a ribeira or stream down to the coast.
Fogo
One of the absolute highlights of any visit to Cape Verde has to be a trip to the
active volcanic crater on Fogo – still warm from its last eruption in 1995. You
can walk around in the craters, and see evidence of the spectacularly fertile
land at its heart, where the islanders grow coffee beans and the grapes which
produce the famous Fogo wine. São Filipe, the capital of Fogo, is a pretty town
and the third largest in Cape Verde. The buildings are of Portuguese design in
pastel colours with terracotta roofs. Pretty squares, cobbled streets and plenty
of trees and flowering plant pots add to the vibrant colours on display.
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 21Foya Branca Hotel
Island of São Vicente
Couples - Tranquil - Island Hopping
T he Foya Branca is a versatile resort-style hotel, combining an
excellent location next to the beach and with some superb
facilities. A very quiet hotel which was perfect. Fantastic
Situated in beautifully kept gardens with palm trees and flowering bougainvillea staff who were all very friendly and helpful. The
and overlooking the sandy beach of São Pedro, the hotel enjoys a peaceful shuttle bus service is very reliable.
setting with an impressive view. The extensive grounds include two large Mr Payne, Edinburgh
swimming pools, a children’s pool and play area, plus a gym, tennis courts,
pétanque and even a giant chessboard. Fishing, diving and horse-riding can also
all be arranged at the hotel during your stay (payable locally).
Guest rooms in the newer block are light and airy with good furnishings
throughout and are located over two floors with either a terrace or balcony.
We also highly recommend upgrading to a sea view room.
There is a choice of two bars plus a stylish evening restaurant and a lunch time
snack bar in which to dine. The hotel’s main restaurant offers à la carte and
set table d’hôte menus with a good choice of local and international cuisine,
including the wonderfully fresh ‘catch of the day’ fish option. Although waiter
service in general can be slow in Cape Verde, in this particular restaurant it is
well worth the wait. If you are planning to head out to sample the nightlife in the
town of Mindelo, only a 10-minute drive away, after dinner, our tip is to order
your food immediately on arrival at the restaurant prior to ordering your drinks.
This hotel is the perfect choice for the more adventurous of our customers
looking for activities and the opportunity to explore around the island of
São Vicente, making full use of the hotel’s frequent courtesy shuttle bus into
Mindelo, or taking the short stroll along the beach to the small nearby fishing
village to watch the daily catch being gathered in. Foya Branca is also secluded
enough to offer a relaxing retreat by the sea if you wish, and is a favourite hotel
with our clients for twin and multi-centre holidays around the islands.
DON’T MISS...
The opportunity to take a day trip to Santo Antão - probably the most
stunning island in the archipelago, the drive across the island will simply
take your breath away! The 45-minute ferry journey operates every
ACTIVITIES CUISINE morning and late afternoon except Wednesdays. It’s well worth it!
Gym 2 restaurants (1 by pool area)
Pétanque, giant chess 2 bars
Tennis court
More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/FoyaBranca
HOTEL FACILITIES ROOM FACILITIES ROOM CHOICE SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
2 swimming pools and children’s pool Twin or double beds Sea view £7 Half board £16
Free shuttle bus to Mindelo Air-conditioning Triple room £24 Full board £24
Wi-Fi (payable locally) Shower Air-conditioning included
74 rooms Small fridge
Single room £21
Television, telephone
Child sharing (2-11 years) -£10
Hairdryer
Safe All supplements and room upgrades are per person
Balcony or terrace per night based on twin occupancy.
22 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046Sea view room
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Birmingham then internal flights to/from
São Vicente
7 1054 1037 1018 1064 1419 1339 1073 1050 1060 1160 1069 1059 1089 1169 1034 20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
14 1267 1263 1253 1562 1759 1497 1295 1263 1270 1295 1283 1273 1370 1310 1277 See page 34 for flight information
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Double room (no view) with direct UK flights to Sal, internal flights to São Vicente and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £40
Contact your Local Travel Agent or book at CapeVerde.co.uk 23Oasis Porto Grande Hotel
Island of São Vicente
Couples - Central Location - Island Hopping
T he Porto Grande is a comfortable hotel overlooking the
central square right at the heart of Mindelo, the cultural
capital of São Vicente and the second largest city in the
archipelago. They say if you want to understand Cape Verdean
music, you need to stay in Mindelo...
The guest rooms are simple but comfortable and are situated on two floors,
either overlooking the town square to the front of the hotel or the pool to the
rear. Live music is played in the lobby bar some evenings, which attracts both
locals and holidaymakers, and the outside seating area overlooking the square
is a lovely spot to enjoy a drink. The hotel restaurant offers excellent value for
money serving a mix of international and local traditional food with a definite
Portuguese bias.
During the day you can relax around the hotel swimming pool, use the facilities
including a small gym, or take an easy 15-minute stroll to Laginha, a lovely urban
beach, popular with locals, where bathing is possible, tides permitting.
Being conveniently located in the heart of the city, you can also take the
opportunity to explore Mindelo’s plentiful shops, markets, restaurants and
layers of fascinating history, openly displayed in the colourful buildings of varying
architectural styles.
Please note there is no lift at this hotel.
HOTEL FACILITIES CUISINE
Swimming pool and children’s pool À la carte restaurant Pérola do Atlântico
Poolside bar Lobby bar with occasional live music
Gym
Internet point (payable locally) ROOM CHOICE
Local craft shop Standard square facing £7
50 rooms Porto Grande is in the heart of Mindelo, a town
SUPPLEMENTS & REDUCTIONS
proud of its music, morna and coladeira. The late
ROOM FACILITIES Half board £18
great singers Cesaria Evora and Banna were both
Twin or double beds Full board £34
Air-conditioning Air-conditioning included
children of the area, and their continuing presence is
Minibar and safe (payable locally) Single room £25 impossible to escape from.
Satellite television, telephone
Child sharing (2-11 years) -£12 Nick Maes, Travel Writer & Broadcaster
Hairdryer
All supplements and room upgrades are per person
per night based on twin occupancy.
More Online - CapeVerde.co.uk/PortoGrande
WINTER 2012-13 PRICES FLIGHT CHOICE
Direct flights to Sal from Gatwick, Manchester and
No. of 1-Nov 15-Nov 29-Nov 13-Dec 20-Dec 27-Dec 3-Jan 10-Jan 31-Jan 14-Feb 21-Feb 28-Feb 28-Mar 4-Apr 11-Apr
Nights 14-Nov 28-Nov 12-Dec 19-Dec 26-Dec 2-Jan 9-Jan 30-Jan 13-Feb 20-Feb 27-Feb 27-Mar 3-Apr 10-Apr 30-Apr
Birmingham then internal flights to/from
São Vicente
7 1099 1080 1070 1119 1465 1419 1115 1078 1095 1193 1103 1085 1142 1219 1069 20kgs luggage allowance and transfers included
14 1360 1342 1319 1699 1881 1645 1369 1329 1339 1359 1344 1327 1429 1389 1329 See page 34 for flight information
Prices are in £s per person on Bed & Breakfast in a Standard room with direct UK flights to Sal, internal flights to São Vicente and include €25 visa, £65 APD and £30 of taxes.
Extra nights (per person per night) 1 Nov – 30 Apr from £45
24 For more advice or to book call the experts on 0845 330 2046You can also read
