While the UK’s chilly weather and dark nights persist, this beautiful tropical island offers temperatures of 30C in February.
For travellers looking to experience a bit of winter sun, Cape Verde offers a getaway that is also a direct flight from the UK.
The island country offers a unique mix of African, Portuguese, and Brazilian cultures, and weather that stays between 24C to 30C all year round.
Its famous white-sand beaches are perfect for relaxing by the sea while its mountainous interior offers something for the more intrepid traveller.
The Cape Verde Islands, off the coast of Africa, are a tourist favourite and UK holidaymakers can now easily reach this sunny destination, thanks to direct flights from many UK airports including in London.
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