A winter sun paradise offering temperatures of 30C and a beautiful landscape to explore (Image: Getty)
Those looking to escape the cold will be in for a treat with this stunning island in .
This island country and archipelagic state of Cape Verde, west of , is located in the central Atlantic Ocean and offers temperatures of 30C.
The region consists of ten islands and was uninhabited by humans until the 15th century.
Today, this island nation offers far less and is renowned for its pristine powder-soft beaches found alongside its crystalline azure waters.
And with warm temperatures, a host of stunning beaches to explore and a region with a fascinating history, Cape Verde deserves a spot on your next sun-drenched getaway.
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Cape Verde’s climate rarely shifts from above 20C at any time of the year with a warm ocean too (Image: Getty)
Many Brits will be looking to the for the ultimate winter sun spot but for a slightly longer flight, Cape Verde offers the same island vibes with even warmer temperatures to boot.
Cape Verde’s climate rarely drops below 20C at any time of the year. In January, you can expect to be treated to 30C temperatures.
According to the experts at TUI, the best time for a getaway at Cape Verde is “between November and June”, which is the region’s dry season offering warm and sunnier climates.
The ten islands that make up Cape Verde include São Vicente, São Nicolau, Santo Antão, Santa Luzia, Maio, Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago, Fogo, and Brava.
They have been described as magical by all who have visited.
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There’s plenty to do in Cape Verde including surfing, horse riding and diving (Image: Getty)
Echoing these claims, @raretares described Cape Verde on social media as being “literal paradise” with @kaynamerica calling the region on as being “heavenly”.
The islands of Cape Verde lay seemingly empty until colonialism gave it a population with Portuguese and Genoese sailors later establishing the region.
Cape Verde takes its moniker from Cap-Vert which is the long peninsula that juts out from the side of Senegal and is the most western point of Africa.
Beaches to visit that have been named among the best include Santa Maria on the island of Sal and Santa Monica beach on Boa Vista.
It’s not all about strolling along the pristine golden sands at Cape Verde as the region is also home to incredible wildlife including its different species of turtle who come to the spot between July and October to nest and lay their eggs.
The beaches are also a fantastic place to head if you’re a fan of wildlife, as between July and October, several different species of turtle arrive at Cape Verde to nest and lay their eggs.
Other wildlife to spot in Cape Verde include dolphins and whales with the options of getting up close and personal with lemon sharks in Shark Bay.
And with a host of activities including windsurfing, kitesurfing, horse riding, and volcano-exploring, Cape Verde is the ultimate winter sun getaway.