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CABO VERDE
Most head to this corner of the Atlantic for winter beach days, but there’s so much more to Cabo Verde, from desert stargazing to volcano climbing, raucous hybrid culture to serene hiking. Here we answer some of the key questions visitors have to help them plan their time.
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Most head to this corner of the Atlantic for winter beach days, but there’s so much more to Cabo Verde, from desert stargazing to volcano climbing, raucous hybrid culture to serene hiking. Here we answer some of the key questions visitors have to help them plan their time.
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