Expresso das Ilhas - 8th Anniversary

We would like to "take a post" to congratulate Expresso das Ilhas, Cape Verde's leading weekly newspaper for its 8th year in circulation! Through the years they have been for us an informative and accurate source on all things Cape Verde!

If you happen to be in Cape Verde this week, you should try to attend their international conference on Communication, taking place Thursday December 10, at hotel Trópico in Cidade da Praia.

We wish them continued success!

Cruising into Praia!

The new Seaport of Cidade da Praia was inaugurated this afternoon in a ceremony presided by the minister of Infrastructure, Transportation and Telecommunications . The main purpose of these new premises is to be offer comfort, safety and hygiene to all the visitors arriving to the island by ship. Government sources guarantee that this year alone, approximately ten thousand passengers cooming in or out of Cape Verde will make use of the seaport.

Cape Verde celebrates Tourism

Sunday September 27th marks the 29th World Tourism Day which will be celebrated across the planet. As a country investing heavily on it's tourism industry and infrastructures Cape Verde is, as ever, paying attention. The ministry of Economics together with several interested entities (Expotour, Hotel and Tourism Industry University in Cape Verde) have organized their first Tourism Fair, which is open to the public, throughout the weekend.
Whether you are a tourist or own an investment property in Cape Verde, don´t miss out!

Cape Verde looking to boost Real Estate

On August 3rd we created a post to inform you of Cape Verde's first International Construction and Homes Fair which at the time was due to take place during the first fifteen days of August. We have just learned that the dates have altered and that the first real estate event of this kind in Cape Verde will be held on the weekend of the 23rd through to the 25th of October.
You can obtain more inforamtion at http://www.portugalcaboverde.com/.

If you can't take the heat - Get out of London!

With the weather in London burning up, those who can are retreating to their holiday homes. If you have invested in a property in Portugal and have planed an emergency trip over, we recommend that you take a look here to find out about some of the many exciting things going in Lisbon at this time of year.From someo of the most notorious music festivals to live performances around the city, and exciting new panaromic bars to much, much more.

Independence Day Cape Verde

Cape Verde celebrates its independence on day this weekend July 5. Can you guess where in the world the second biggest celebration of this day takes place?Rohde Island USA – currently home to the largest Cape Verde immigrant community. So if work has you busy and is keeping you from you ‘re Santiago Island home, you might be able to get a taste of it all at India Park Point between noon and dusk.

Cidade Velha - on UNESCO's World Heritage List

So every time you hop on the plane and fly out to Cape Verde you cannot tear yourself away from the clear water and white fine sand. When you do, you mostly like to relax around the pool in your villa. So even though you said you would, you never did get around to visiting Cidade Velha which is one of the 11 new cultural sites that have been added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. Now you know that when you return to Santiago Island, Cidade Velha will be a must on your list of things to do.

Norman Foster

For those who have second homes not entirely for their investment value, but because we love homes and design and architecture - Norman Foster the British architect has been awarded the Príncipe de Asturias de las Artes 2009 prize. He is but fourth arquitect to be bestowed this award.

His projects have included the restoration of the Reichstag in Berlin, the Millennium Bridge in London, Hong Kong Airport and the Millau viaduct in France.

The jury highlighted Foster’s “universal appeal” and his capacity to “unite aesthetic quality and intellectual reflection” as well as “create a dialogue between territory and citizens through the original use of space, light and material.”

Easter in Cape Verde

If your planning on returning to your Cape Verde property to recharge your batteries during the Easter break, we just wanted to remind you that there is more to Santiago Island than white sand beaches and warm tropical waters. Challenge yourself to a hike in one of the island’s mountain ranges – Serra do Pico d’Antónia (Antonia’s Peak mountains) or Serra da Malagueta (Chilli Pepper mountains). If hiking boots are not the shoes that fit you, then take some time to visit Cidade Velha (the ancient city) the first European style city built in Africa where you can also see the beautiful fortress of St. Filipe.

A Wild Weekend Get a Way!

Carnaval in Cape Verde

In many more ways than just pure weather, this has been a cold harsh winter for Europeans all over, so a getaway in many cases will be just what the doctor prescribed. If like many you are hesitant, would like to go but wonder if the timing is appropriate, I would like to leave an important consideration; on Tuesday February 24 Portugal, Spain, Italy and Cape Verde among others will be on a Carnival hiatus. There really is no other time anywhere when people of all ages, colours, body types and walks if life flock to the street for the sole purpose of celebrating excess by dancing on the streets till the wee hours of the morning.
So as the weather is heating up, just do it (plan to leave Friday, Feburary 20 in the evening and plan to return Wednesday evening), in this case there just really is nt any time like the present!

Merry Christmas and happy New Year