In a commendable preservation move, Cape Verdeans are trying to keep their traditional crafts alive, especially the weaving of pano cloth and the crafting of ...

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Most wrecks are accessible only to divers. To see this ship, all you need is a four-wheel drive or your two own feet. The Santa ...

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If you love grilled lobster, these islands are a wonderland. Add to the options giant prawns, superfresh tuna, and more. Catchupa, a popular slow-simmered stew ...

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Parades, wildly colorful and elaborate costumes, songs written specifically for the event, and high-energy dancing add up to one of the best pre-Lenten celebrations on ...

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In addition to ubiquitous, packs-a-punch rum (grogue) and wine made on Fogo island (with the help of Italian winemakers), there's a delicate liqueur called ...

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The most famous export of the islands, singer Cesária Évora, born in the port town of Mindelo, has a sultry voice that recalls Paris in ...

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This is the largest and the most African-influenced of the islands. For a no-nonsense al fresco lunch as well as a taste of history, spend ...

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Practice your windsurfing skills, and when you've gotten really good, head to Sal Island and conquer the huge, hollow waves. The conditions at Ponta ...

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Sparsely populated, Tarrafal has a wide sand beach edging blue water, cabins to rent, and a few outdoor restaurants that are going a long way ...

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Cape Verde's literal high point is the island nation’s sole active volcano, which last erupted in 1995. You can hike up and back ...

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