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New Short-Term Rental Regulations on Sal Island (2025): What Property Owners Need to Know Navigating the Cape Verde Property Market As of January 2025, Sal Island has introduced updated regulations for short-term holiday rentals, locally known as Alojamento Local. These changes are designed to improve transparency, safety, and regulatory compliance across Cape Verde’s rapidly growing vacation rental...

Björn Borg’s Luxury Villa: Property for Sale in Cape Verde at Dunas Beach Resort Simply Cape Verde is delighted to present a truly unique property for sale in Cape Verde: the stunning holiday villa owned by legendary tennis icon Björn Borg. Located on a quiet residential road at the edge of the prestigious Dunas Beach Resort in Sal, this exceptional home offers privacy, comfort, and resort-style...

Property for Sale in Cape Verde: Understanding Airport Security Tax and Tourist Tax If you are exploring property for sale in Cape Verde, it is essential to understand the country’s entry and visitor-related taxes. Whether you are visiting to view properties, relocating, or planning a long-term investment, knowing these costs in advance helps you plan accurately and avoid surprises. Two important...

Property for Sale in Cape Verde: Discover Boa Vista Island and Investment Opportunities Cape Verde is rapidly gaining attention as one of the most attractive island destinations for lifestyle buyers and property investors. Among its islands, Boa Vista stands out as a prime location for property for sale in Cape Verde, offering unspoiled beaches, growing tourism, and excellent long-term investment...

Property for Sale in Cape Verde: Investment Trends and Opportunities for 2024 Cape Verde is quickly emerging as an attractive destination for international property investors. With its stunning islands, political stability, and investor-friendly laws, the country presents strong opportunities in 2024. Moreover, government support for foreign investment, combined with steady tourism growth and economic...

Santa Maria Pier Rehabilitation: Boosting Tourism, Blue Economy, and Property Value in Cape Verde Cape Verde is making significant strides in enhancing its tourism and blue economy with the upcoming rehabilitation of the Santa Maria pier on Sal Island.Announced by the Ministry of Tourism, this €360,000 project will strengthen the pier’s pillars, widen and extend the structure, and improve working...

Transforming Trash into Treasures: Eco-Art in Santa Maria, Cape Verde In the colourful town of Santa Maria, a creative initiative by CodeCV is changing perceptions about recycling.The charity transforms discarded plastic bottles and leftover materials from local clothing producers into stunning butterfly artworks. CodeCV’s mission is simple yet profound: to demonstrate that with creativity, what was...

Amílcar Cabral: The Hero Behind Sal International Airport and Cape Verde’s Heritage Have you ever landed at Sal International Airport and wondered about the man it’s named after? Amílcar Cabral was far more than a name on a building.He was a visionary leader who fought for the independence of Cape Verde and Guinea-Bissau. His legacy continues to shape the nation—and even the opportunities for...

Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks Shine in AFCON 2024: A Rising Football Power The Cape Verde national football team, known as the Blue Sharks, is making waves in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Their 3-0 victory over Mozambique, combined with a win against Ghana, secured their place in the Round of 16.This dominant form has positioned Cape Verde as a strong contender in the tournament, exciting fans and...

Explore Cape Verde with TUI’s Expanded Flight Options TUI’s expanded flight options are making Cape Verde easier to reach than ever before.Accessibility has improved from key international markets, especially the UK.This increased connectivity supports tourism and improves mobility for visitors and residents alike.As a result, confidence in travel, relocation, and property for sale in Cape Verde...