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An island country in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa. Comprises 10 major and several minor islands. The capital is Praia. The official language is Portuguese, with Cape Verdean Creole widely spoken.
An island country in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa. Comprises 10 major and several minor islands. The capital is Praia. The official language is Portuguese, with Cape Verdean Creole widely spoken.
SIM from CV Móvel or Unitel T+ costs $10-20 for 5-15GB. Good coverage on tourist islands (Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago).
European plugs Type C and F. Voltage 230V. Portuguese colonial heritage. US/UK travelers need adapter
Cape Verde is an archipelago with air and ferry connections between islands. TACV/Cabo Verde Airlines and BestFly fly from Praia to all islands except Santo Antão and Brava (ferry only). Cape Verde Interislands ferries connect islands. On islands - 'yasi' minibuses (Toyota HiAce) and aluguer pick-ups. Fares 200-500 escudos (€2-5).
Tipping is appreciated in Cape Verde. 10% for restaurants.