With soaring volcanic peaks, turquoise seas, and magical cloud villages, there’s nowhere on Earth quite like Cape Verde .

This West African archipelago, adrift off the coast of Senegal , has a wealth of natural wonders that make for an offbeat island escape.

A former Portuguese colony of 10 islands, no two are the same, each offering wildly different vibes and experiences, from desert stargazing to swimming with lemon sharks .

There are golden beaches, colourful towns and verdant valleys kissed by year-round sunshine.

And if none of that was enough to convince you, a new direct flight from the UK might do the trick.

EasyJet has just confirmed a new route to Sal , the most popular island in Cape Verde, due to its beautiful beaches, well-established tourist services, and con

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