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If I told you that there are Caribbean islands within a 6 hour flight from the UK, no jetlag or hurricanes, would you believe me? Probably not, because the best kept paradise islands of Cape Verde have only just emerged as a holiday island for the British. While our European neighbours have kept this gem to themselves, it was the discovery by British tour operators that have made Cape Verde all inclusive holidays are reality.

Cape Verde all inclusive Holidays are offered by several holiday companies to the Cape Verde island of Sal. For 2 adults 2 children taking an all inclusive holiday to Sal at the beginning of August costs between £4000 and £5000 depending on what company you choose to travel with. There are ever more options available with resorts opening up on Sal’s neighbour Boa Vista, although it is not quite as developed as Sal.

Cape Verde all inclusive Holidays are an ideal option if you want sunshine but don’t want the cost of the Caribbean.

Here is a short list of the top ten reasons to take holidays to the Cape Verde Islands.

1. Excellent year round temperatures. The Cape Verde Islands lie half way between Portugal and Brazil and are on the same latitude as the Caribbean, its a tropical paradise.

2. Some of the best beaches this side of the Atlantic. With the tourism industry in its infancy these beaches are uncrowded and unspoilt.

3. Under six hours flying time. With direct flights to Sal from the UK the flying time is around 5 1/2 hours compared to 8 hours to the Caribbean.

4. No jet lag. Taking holidays to the Cape Verde Islands will not leave you exhausted and trying to get over jet lag. The Cape Verde Islands are only 1 hour behind Greenwich Meantime.

5. Diverse Islands. Each of the 10 Islands in Cape Verde have a unique feel. From the desert island of Sal to the Tropical island of Santiago; there is something to everyone.

6. Warm crystal blue waters makes the Cape Verde Islands ideal for beach holidays, watersports and diving. The sea temperature is generally 3 degrees warmer than the Canaries.

7. 350 days of sunshine a year means that taking holidays to the Cape Verde Islands is an all year round activity.

8. More choice of places to stay. The holiday market on Cape Verde is growing, with new islands like Boa Vista and Santiago soon to open its doors to mainstream holiday makers; there is always something new.

9. Easy access to neighbouring islands. If you fancy exploring the other nine islands there are always ferries.

10. Don’t follow the crowd. Why go to Tenerife when you can go to Cape Verde.

If you are interested in taking a holidays to the Cape Verde Islands they are available through Thomson Holidays

If you trail though a Thomson Holidays brochure you would be forgiven for thinking that the Cape Verde Islands were as well known as the Canaries for taking a family holiday. The fact is that holidays to the Cape Verde Islands have only really been accessible since October 2007. Even in that short space of time the tourism industry has grown to accommodate the average British family.

All Inclusive holidays to Cape Verde offer a unique twist to a holiday. The Cape Verde islands – situated just off the coast of Senegal and lying halfway between Portugal and Brazil – offers the same climate as the Caribbean, 5 1/2 hours flying time, no jet lag; and 350 hours of sunshine a year. The Air and Sea temperatures are around three degrees warmer than the Canaries and despite the boom in the tourism industry it is still young enough to offer an exclusive destination to those who want to be adventurous. The main Island to take all inclusive holidays to Cape Verde is the desert Island of Sal. Most of the resorts are centered around Sal’s capital Santa Maria. With beautiful long sandy beaches and warm crystal clear waters it is a perfect place to take a relaxing family holiday.

If you are looking to take all inclusive holidays to Cape Verde later in the year you may also want to consider the other desert island of Boa Vista. Direct flights from the UK are due to start in October 2008 and with it more choice of all inclusive resorts. The Island of Santiago in the southern group of islands are due to have direct flights from the UK start in early 2009. Currently there are a number of resorts near completion that will offer all inclusive holidays to Cape Verde.

All inclusive holidays to Cape Verde are available through Thomson Holidays.