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

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Cape Verde Islands map from AB-Kartenverlag, with all the islands shown individually at 1:200, 000, plus the whole group at 1:750.000. Plus street plans of central Praia & Mindelo, & facts & figures about each isl&. On one side individual panels show each island separately at 1:200, 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. The maps have no geographical coordinates. On the reverse the whole group is shown at 1:750, 000. Also provided are street plans of central Praia & Mindelo annotated with places of interest, a map showing ferry connections between the islands, plus basic facts about each island: area, population, highest peak & largest town. Map legend & all the text include English. ...

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 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. ...

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; map legend

Includes:: English.

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Marco Polo Cape Verde: The Travel Guide with Insider Tips Explore the Cape Verde Islands with Marco Polo! This compact, straightforward guide is clearly structured for ease of use. It gets you right to the heart of this fascinating destination, & provides you with all the latest information & lots of Insider Tips for a thrilling island adventure.

Includes:: a road atlas & an additional pull-out map & clear, user-friendly layout. Get your bearings with the ` Where to Start` panels & ensure you don`t miss out on the key sights using the ` Highlights` section The ` Best Of` pages feature unique aspects of the islands & also suggest places to go for free, tips for things to do in very hot weather & good places to relax. Insider Tips & much more besides: Marco Polo enables you to fully experience this archipelago of contrasting islands off the coast of Africa, from the paradise beach of the Praia de Santa Maria to the spectacular views from the summit of the Pico do Fogo volcano. Find out what other attractions there are apart from visiting the picturesque & lively port of Mindelo & bathing in the salt crater of Pedra de Lume, plus discover where kingfishers & butterflies dance in front of your bedroom window & where West African live music & cuisine collide. With the Marco Polo Excursions & Tours you can explore the Cape Verde Islands along specific routes, & the Low Budget tips help you to save money. The author`s Insider Tips encourage you to experience the islands in an individual & authentic way. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!

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