Travel broadens the mind, enriches the soul, and allows us to experience people, cultures, and places that we wouldn't have otherwise known. It opens our eyes to new possibilities, teaches us about ourselves, and gives us memories that last a lifetime. So go ahead, step out of your comfort zone, and explore the world - you never know what wonders await you! 🛫
The population of Cape Verde (Cabo Verde in Portuguese) is around 550,000 people, with the majority living on the main islands of Santiago, Sal, and Sao Vicente. The official language is Portuguese, but Cape Verdean Creole is widely spoken. The country's economy is largely based on tourism, fishing, and services, and it has been recognized as one of the most politically stable and democratic countries in Africa. Cape Verde has a rich cultural heritage, with influences from Portuguese, African, and Brazilian traditions. Its music, including genres like morna and coladeira, has gained international recognition through artists like Cesaria Evora. My trip to Cabo Verde was refreshing after such a long work week out to sea, upon arrival we were met with very friendly locals who help us get a local sim card for our mobile phone since our provider didn’t have any coverage in this country. We then embarked on walking around to all the different local souvenir shops, looking at the amaz...