Some 500 kilometres off the coast of West Africa lies Cabo Verde, an island nation that’s making headlines after qualifying for its first World Cup this summer.
Geographically, the country's islands form part of Macaronesia, which means "Islands of Bliss”, alongside Madeira, the Canary Islands and the Azores, which are all Atlantic archipelagos known for their similar vegetation and volcanic landscapes.
As the country prepares to join nine other African nations on football’s biggest stage, here’s why it should also be added to your travel list.
When is the best time to visit Cabo Verde?
A nation where the sun shines 350 days a year, temperatures typically range between 21C and 29C.
