White sand beaches and all-day sunshine: Escape to THIS African island paradise
THE exotic island of Sal off the east coast of Africa offers a tropical holiday with a twist.
Escape to the luxurious Oasis Salinas Sea with Express Travel
Cape Verde boasts a diverse mix of breathtaking islands offering a melting pot of different cultures.
It’s been labelled the African Caribbean for its stretching sandy beaches, colourful towns and sublime climate.
Across the ten tiny islands you’ll find African, Portuguese and Brazilian influence, making for mouthwatering local cuisine.
Sal is the most popular of the relatively untouched islands and is home to the jaw dropping Santa Maria beach.
Santa Maria beach boasts blinding white sand and bright waters
Africa’s best kept secret, the beach is set in golden sand and bright turquoise waters, making it a spectacular choice for diving and watersports.
Snorkel alongside sea life through the amazing waters of the Atlantic for a truly unforgettable experience.
For just £607 with Express Travel you can stay at the amazing Oasis Salinas Sea for seven nights of bliss.
The five-star beach resort boasts buffet and a la carte restaurants, a sprawling outdoor pool with a pool bar and a picturesque bar on the beach.
Stare out at the ocean as you sit at the hotel's bar on the beach
If you can peel yourself off your deck chair you can play tennis, volleyball, beach football, take aerobics or dance lessons, all offered by the hotel.
Sal Island has a population of just 35,000 and is unusually flat despite its volcanic origin.
You’ll feel like you’ve got the whole island to yourself with countless natural wonders to explore.
Take a trip to one of the natural rock pools or visit the quirky fishing village of Palmeira in the northwest.
girl body lifts on beach
The pool bar by night at Oasis Salinas Sea
Palmeira’s lively appeal comes from its bustling bars and restaurants with a distinctly Portuguese influence.
Pick up some of the Portuguese language spoken in the area or listen to the sounds of the unique Cape Verdean Creole.
You can guarantee you’ll get a good dose of vitamin D with the arid temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C.
Express Travel’s all inclusive seven night offer includes return flights, accommodation and transfers.