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Cape Verde is open to leisure tourists and tourism is active, with official 2025 arrivals and overnight stays up year over year. Travel is generally straightforward, but visitors should watch for petty and violent crime in some areas, recent weather disruptions, and lingering GI-illness concerns among travelers.
Tropical Storm Gonzalo flooding on Sal in late Sep 2026recent fatal road crash on Fogo with national mourningreported traveler GI illness/shigellosis cluster in 2025-2026urban/tourist-area crime concernsno current airspace closure or sanctions-related banking blackout
More travelers are goingOn Travel + Leisure 2026 · Booking.com 2026
Generally known for
Vibrant Carnival celebrationsRich musical heritageDelicious local cuisineRich cultural festivalsAffordable dining optionsVibrant nightlife scene
Worth knowing
Limited public transportation optionsSafety concerns at nightNightlife can be limitedLimited public transportationOccasional petty theft
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At a glance
Vibrant music scene with local genres like morna and coladeira
Affordable dining options, with meals ranging from €5 to €20
Low crime rate, but petty theft can occur
Limited public transportation options
Active nightlife with numerous bars and clubs
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