This new 7th edition of Bradt`s Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) has been fully revised & updated & remains the most comprehensive English-language guidebook available to the islands of this alluring Atlantic archipelago, described by some as ` Africa light`. The guide

Includes:: well-researched history & cultural sections, with a particularly strong section on music, & brings an honest approach to reporting the fragile balance between tourist development & protecting the environment. This new edition reflects the many changes since the previous one, including the introduction of charter flights from the UK to Sal & the first casino-hotel on Sal, as well as providing full information on how to make the most of the less developed islands away from the main tourist hotspots. Stable & peaceful, quietly isolated by its mid-Atlantic location, Cape Verde continues to grow economically & to develop its tourist infrastructure at a leisurely pace. With few natural resources, the islands are heavily dependent on imports, foreign remittances & still to some extent on foreign aid. The reduction in the latter has heightened the focus on the importance of tourism as an economic driver & visitor numbers continue to rise. Year-round sunshine makes Cape Verde a particularly appealing destination. The archipelago is diverse, particularly in terms of its tourist infrastructure. Sal & Boavista, the oldest of these volcanic islands are flat with white-sand beaches that rival anything in the world. Consequently, they attract 95% of Cape Verde`s visitors, leaving the other seven inhabited islands undeveloped. Hikers & those curious to discover something authentic are drawn to them, spending their time walking amongst the jaw-dropping mountainous landscapes of Fogo or Santo Antao, taking some true time-out in tiny Brava or mellow Maio or enjoying the cultural fusion of African, Portuguese & Brazilian influences in the cities of Praia & Mindelo. The adventurous will find adrenalin rushing as they profit from windsurfing & kitesurfing opportunities, fuelled by strong breezes & Atlantic waves, while for culture, Mindelo is the attraction with a constant backdrop of seductive music, the thread which ties together the islands scattered across the mid-Atlantic.

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Cape Verde Islands presented on an ITMB map both as a group at 1:500, 000 & individually at more detailed scales with altitude colouring to show the topography, plus on the reverse an indexed map of Western Africa at 1:3, 400, 000 extending from the Atlantic coast to Port Harcourt in Nigeria. On one side is an indexed map presenting the whole Cape Verde Archipelago at 1:500, 000 indicating ferry connections between the islands; the map has latitude & longitude lines at 30’ intervals. Adjoining panels present each island separately at a more detailed scale: Santiago at 1:220, 000, São Nicolau & São Vicente at 1:200, 000, Fogo at 1:180, 000, Sãnto Antão at 1:140, 000, plus Brava at 1:80, 000. Topography is presented by altitude colouring & spot heights, both in feet. The network of primary & selected secondary roads or tracks is shown with driving distances. Symbols indicate various places of interest & facilities. The panels with individual islands have no geographical coordinates. Also included is a street plan of Praia on Santiago highlighting selected hotels, banks, embassies, etc. Accompanying notes provide information on the islands’ history, geography, wildlife, etc. On the reverse is an indexed map of West Africa extending northwards from the northern coast of the Gulf of Guinea to just above latitude 20ºN, & eastwards from the Atlantic coast to approx 7ºE. Topography is indicated by altitude colouring with graphics for national parks & other protected areas, oasis, etc. The map shows the network of main, secondary & selected other roads & tracks, with driving distances on main routes & locations of border crossings. Railway main lines are included & airports are marked. Symbols indicate various places of interest. The map has latitude & longitude lines at 5º intervals. ...

The Cape Verde islands are a destination with a difference, a distinctive blend of European & African cultures whose unique hospitality is encapsulated in the Creole word morabeza. These magical islands are soaring in popularity, with property construction, flights & international arrivals rocketing. British & Irish second-home investors are discovering the potential of these beautiful, burgeoning islands & this sixth edition provides practical details on purchasing property, exploring the spectacular landscape & travelling between islands. From the long stretches of shimmering, sandy beaches of Boavista to the lush green peaks & valleys of Santo Antao, Cape Verde has something for everybody. ...

Cape Verde Islands from ITMB on an indexed map presenting both the whole archipelago & the larger islands at more detailed scales. The main map shows all the islands together at 1:500, 000 with ferry connections. Each island is annotated with brief notes on its history. Latitude/longitude grid is at 30 ...

Indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant map Cape Verde Islands, providing both topographic & tourist information. The map, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project, is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. The islands are shown individually or in groups, all at the same scale, with an overview map of the whole of the archipelago showing sea & air connections between them. Roads & tracks are easy to see on a clear base which presents topography by altitude colouring with contours & spot heights, salt pans & seasonal rivers. National parks, marine reserves & coral reefs are marked & symbols highlight various places of interest, including viewpoints, beaches, etc. Longitude & latitude grid lines are at 10' intervals, & a UTM grid is also provided. The map has an index of localities. The legend

Includes:: English.

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Cape Verde Islands a map from AB-Kartenverlag, with all the islands shown individually at 1:150, 000 with a GPS grid, plus the whole group at 1:500.000 & two panels with street plans of central Praia & Mindelo. On one side individual panels show each island separately at 1:150, 000 with contour lines at 200m intervals, altitude colouring & spot heights. Roads, tracks & country paths are marked, as well as local airports. Interesting locations are highlighted, also beaches, scenic viewpoints, nature reserves, etc. Each island has latitude & longitude lines at 5’ intervals. Two further panels provide very clear street plans of Praia & Mindelo indicating important buildings. Map legend & all the text include English. On the reverse the whole group is shown at 1:500, 000. Accompanying panels provide photos with facts & figures about each isl&. ...

Cape Verde is a destination on the up: construction is rocketing, international flight numbers are soaring, & visitor arrivals are rising year on year. The fourth edition of this genuinely independent guide à  ½ the only English-language guide to Cape Verde à  ½ covers all the islands, & has information about how to plan & execute trips between them, particularly on a short timescale. It provides updated information on Cape Verde's rapidly expanding tourist facilities, a new section on buying property, & a revised natural history section, helping visitors delve deep into the heart of the country's spectacular landscapes, colourful music & unusual people. ...

Cape Verde Islands on a large double-sided map from Freytag & Berndt, with the larger islands shown both individually & in groups with the surrounding islands, all presented at a convenient scales & with tourist information. Relief shading & spot heights indicate the topography, with roads clearly marked & icons highlighting main ports, ferries, archaeological sights & other places of interest. A general map of the whole Cape Verde archipelago shows frequency of ferry connections between various islands. Latitude & longitude lines are shown on all island maps. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. Larger islands at 1:80, 000 Fogo; Santiago; Santo Antão; Sao Nicolau; São Vicente; Brava (at 1;30, 000). Maps of groups at 1:150, 000: Boavista & Sal; Santo Antão, Sao Vicente, Santa Luzia, Ilheu Braco, Ilheu Razo, & São Nicolau; Santiago & Maio; Fogo & Brava.

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Cape Verde Islands in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Cape Verde Islands in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to `A Brief History` actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...