The paradise island just six hours from the UK with wild horses on white sands

Cape Verde is only a six-hour flight from the UK (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Escape the British winter blues with a tropical getaway to Cape Verde, an island chain boasting year-round temperatures of 25C and just a six-hour flight from the UK. With direct flights from Manchester and London, this idyllic destination is perfect for those seeking sun, sea and sand. Dubbed "Africa's answer to the Caribbean", Cape Verde basks in perpetual sunshine and offers a plethora of attractions.

Located off the coast of Senegal, its verdant islands are a magnet for tourists. Among them, Sal, Santiago, and Boa Vista beckon most visitors, with Sal being the premier choice for its pristine white sands and warm azure waters. Home to a majority of resorts and leisure activities, Sal is renowned for its breathtaking scenery and lively towns.

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