Cape Verde – Facts & Figures

The archipelago of Cape Verde [pronounced cape vurd] is a group of 10 islands and 8 islets in the Atlantic Ocean, some 400 miles off the west coast of Senegal.

Only 6 hours from the UK. Direct flights to Cape Verde are available, which commenced in November 2006, from Manchester and Gatwick. Flights are now available from Manchester, Gatwick, Birmingham and Liverpool

There are flights from Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Channel Islands, many on budget carriers, which connect with the direct flights on the day of departure. The Cape Verde islands are just 3 hours from Brazil and 4 hours from mainland Europe.

The archipelago of Cape Verde is considered to be the closest Tropical Islands to Europe and they all have their own unique characters – some volcanic and mountainous while others are flat with miles upon miles of perfect, unspoilt white sandy beaches.

The northern group, Barlovento – or windward side compromise of Sal, Boa Vista, Sao Vicente, Santa Antao, Sao Nicolau and Santa Luiza. The Sotavento, or leeward islands are Santiago, Fogo, Maio and Brava. They all share a mix of Portuguese and African influences, with the currency a variation on the Escudo of Portugal. Art, crafts and music display a fusion of African ad Portuguese flavour. The capital Praia can be found on the south coast of Santiago.

Antonio Da Noli, a Genoan merchant, working as a Portuguese explorer, first discovered Cape Verde in 1460. Up until 1975 it formed part of Portugal’s overseas territory until it was rewarded its independence.

Economic Data

Some information on new developments…

On the Cape Verdean Island of Boa vista construction has already started on both Sabi Sands (Town Houses & Villas) and Creola Sands (Apartments and Duplex apartments).

Boa vista - recognised as the Sand Dune Island, beautifully coloured by its green oasis, is hailed as the most spectacular island in Cape Verde. This island boasts 55km of the best white sandy beaches to be found on the islands – Praia Cabral, Santa Monica, Estoril and Chaves to name but a few.

Creola Sands is a beach and sea front holiday residential development that will serve as a new benchmark for the Cape Verde Islands. It’s a lifestyle choice comprising of apartments and duplexes ranging from studio apartments to three bedroom villas/townhouses with all the modern facilities expected of its luxury surroundings. Within the last week Creola Sands has had planning permission granted to have a Marina, retail outlets, bars and restaurants directly in front and surrounding the beachfront development – this will inevitably increase the projected capital growth stated below.

Sabi Sands offers an unmatched environment that creates a true sense of peace while overlooking an awe-inspiring oasis and the Atlantic Ocean backdrop. Also comprising of studios, villas and townhouses with each offering a unique sense of space with the sun, sea and sand as your neighbours.

Both Sabi Sands and Creola Sands offer fantastic investment opportunities with guaranteed rental incomes in excess of 5% for two years capital growth projected between 30% and 50% and all apartments include Air conditioning as standard specification.

Paradise Beach is a luxury beachfront resort on the island of Sal. The resort is beautifully positioned on the southwest coastline, within walking distance of the tourist town of Santa Maria.

The development is centered around the 32 suite four star hotel and comprises of:

• 22 exclusive 4 star beachfront detached villas with private swimming pools

• 12 deluxe beachfront semi-detached villas;

• 188 3-bed semi-detached villas;

• 202 2-bed apartments;

• 97 3-bed duplex penthouses;

• 12 swimming pools dispersed through the residential area of the development;

• The four star hotel includes a conference centre, bars and restaurants, health and beauty spa and Internet café.

The additional facilities on the development are:

• Diving School and Rental shops

• Wind and Kite Surfing Purchase and Rental Shops

• 24-hour Security and Control Building

• Beach Club and Kids club

• Car Rental Services

• Medical Centre

• Pharmacy

• Supermarket

• Boutiques

• Travel agency

• Beach Volley Ball Court

• 2 Tennis Courts

• Laundry and Dry Cleaning Facilities

All units will have large balconies so those which do not face the sea can catch the sun with the backdrop of an extensive landscaping, including walkways and gardens of tropical plants. Air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms come as standard. This striking development will rate amongst the best in Cape Verde.
The Paradise Beach Phase 1 development is expected to be completed in May 2009, with the final development expected to be completed in 2010.

Tortuga Beach Resort & Spa – LAST MINUTE Special Offers Available
- one of the fastest selling Resorts in the history of Cape Verde.

• Stunning beach-front Resort on one of the best undeveloped white sandy beaches in the world

• Density of less than 25%

• Luxury detached Villas with private pool and garden

• Luxury 2-bed Apartments with communal pools and relaxation areas

• Luxury 5-Star Hotel with facilities and amenities large enough to cater for the whole Resort.

• Purchasers will be able to rent their property via the hotel itinerary.

Hotel operator is to be announced soon. Will be a world-renowned hotelier with an awesome ability to attract guests via a huge worldwide network of reservation systems, vast numbers of travel agents and close links with the major tour operators. Rental potential for Purchasers will be massive and the hotel will do all the work!

• Concierge service

• Exquisite restaurant

• Elegant wine bar

• Relaxing piano bar

• Luxury spa with state of the art equipment and treatments

• Expansive gymnasium

• Shops