FEATURE CAPE VERDE & THE GAMBIA
Increasingly popular are two-centre
stays taking in a week on the sandy Atlantic beaches followed by a three- or four-day safari trip up-country to stay in the bush at locations like the Mandina river lodges at Makasutu – an intriguing African cultural experience. Shopping, especially in the many
colourful local street markets, is a growing draw card in both destinations and several local operators offer a wide range of reliable and well-organised excursions. Eating-out is also a pleasurable experience, with high-quality restaurants offering a wide variety of local and international cuisines at affordable prices. Given the proximity of the ocean it is not surprising to find fish and seafood taking centre stage. Your message to clients should be that
both Cape Verde and The Gambia offer an exotic experience in a non-daunting environment at affordable prices. •
Clockwise from top left: Donkey trekking, Cape Verde Islands; Mandina River Lodges, Gambia; local colour; African birdlife; Cape Point Beach, Gambia
CAPE VERDE
Time Zone: One hour behind UK Visa: Visa issued on arrival but, with
seven days’ notice, operators can arrange for application details to be electronically logged in advance to save airport delays. Visa costs are usually included in package prices. Climate: Year-round 32 degree
average sub-tropical, tempered with cooling ocean breezes. Getting there: To Sal from Gatwick,
Birmingham and Manchester or to Boa Vista from Gatwick, Manchester, E Midlands and Glasgow with Thomson. Information:
www.caboverde.com
WHE R E TO BOOK IT THOMSON
0871 230 2555,
www.thomson.co.uk A seven-night all-inclusive stay at the plush Clubhotel Rio Karamboa is available from £529pp, including flights, transfers, all meals, unlimited locally produced alcohol and an extensive entertainments programme.
THE GAMBIA
Time Zone: Same as UK Visa: British nationals do not need to
obtain a visa. Climate: Pleasant sub-tropical climate. Distinct wet (June-October) and dry seasons Getting There: Fly to Banjul twice-
weekly from London-Gatwick with Monarch Airlines, twice-weekly from Manchester with Thomas Cook Airlines or weekly from Birmingham with Thomas Cook. Information:
www.visitthegambia.gm
WHE R E TO BOOK IT GAMBIA EXPERIENCE
0845 330 4567
www.gambia.co.uk A seven-night package at the boutique oceanfront Ngala Lodge is available from Gambia Experience for June to October 4 departures for £699pp, including airfares, luxury suite accommodation and B&B. A second week can be had for just £99.
Gambia T e &
CapeVerde
...not just winter sun
Experience more this summer
0845 330 4567
gambia.co.uk/trade
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