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01/05/2024

Did you know that on May 1, 1974, the “Concentration Camp” in Tarrafal was closed?

50 years ago, due to the revolution, called the “Revolução dos Cravos” that took place in Portugal, to put an end to the dictatorship of the time, led by Salazar.

Salazar’s regime was by nature a totalitarian system, very much similar to Italian Fascism and German Na**sm. The concentration camp in Tarrafal was the solution found by the regime to silence political opponents and people who would fight against their dictatorship.

So they chose Tarrafal, because of its bleak and barren spectrum that would make the prisoners feel hopeless and discouraged.

This place is still engraved in the minds of the Capeverdeans, Guineans, Angolans, and Portuguese as they know the camp as “Campo de Morte Lenta” because they were suffering abuse, torture, and a poor diet.

Book a tour to Tarrafal with us and we will bring you here to learn a bit about the history of this Concentration Camp.

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22/02/2024

Another article speaking about this tragic event in Cabo Verde, Desastre de Assistência that took place in February 1949.

Text by Apolo de Carvalho (a great writer and analyst)

O que fizemos ao certo, nós que não iniciamos nenhuma revolução industrial, nem explodimos a bomba atómica? Nós que não distribuímos o agente laranja e muito menos o chlordécone? nós os habitantes de um país cuja única guerra foi exatamente para recuperar um bioma, preservar vidas e o di...

20/02/2024

On February 20th, 1949, many lives were lost in a disaster that is called “Desastre de Assistência”.

It was 75 years ago when this tragic event took place when a roof fell over at least 232 people, killing all of them.

Cabo Verde was facing hunger, known as “Fomi 47” (Hunger 47) due to World War II. So, thousands of poor people, mostly women and children, would come from all across the island, to receive meals and help.

Sadly on February 20th, 1949, around mid-day, the roof came down killing nearly 232 people.

The monument in the picture is a decoration in a roundabout, that represents the family by the different pole sizes, being the biggest one, representing the fathers, the middle one the mothers, and the small one the children. And the rings in the middle represent the number 47 from the year 1947. But we also found some evidence that says it represents the number of victims in this disaster.

Book a city tour with us and we will show you the monument and a little bit of the history.

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14/02/2024

Valentine’s Day ❤️

Here in Cabo Verde, on February 14th, it is also celebrated Valentine’s day! A day when those who are in love (or not) show their affection and love to their loved ones.

We want to leave a word of affection for every couple and friends that used our services, we wish you many blessings and a deep connection so you can understand the different love languages in this Universe, and vibe with the ones that make you feel incredibly alive.

A warm hug and don’t forget to smile! And making you smile is one of our favorite love languages.

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14/02/2024

Ash Day 🍲

Here in Cabo Verde, mainly in Santiago, we celebrate ash day. Despite all the religious beliefs and celebrations, it is a traditional celebration where the family and friends get together, to cook lots of food and have fun.

The dishes are the special touch that makes Ash Day, Ash Day. We will be having a dried fish stew, cooked with vegetables and coconut oil, alongside a corn-based typical food called “Xerém”, some fried pastries made with potatoes, dried fish, and eggs, and another dish called “Spernegal”, a dish made with boiled green kale and some magic condiments that makes it delicious.

Ash wednesday is like another christmas day for us, but it will be understood better if experienced.

Be a part of our family this ash wednesday and experience this unique cape verdean tradition.

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20/01/2024

On January 20th, here in Cabo Verde, we celebrate our National Heroes’ Day. On this day, we honor former fighters and remember the death of Amilcar Cabral.

The commemoration usually starts with a parade where people get together manifesting union and patriotism. Followed by distinct events like Conferences, Film Exhibitions and among other activities.

Also this year is exceptionally special because it is the Centenary Anniversary of Amilcar Cabral, celebrating his 100 birthday on September 12th.

Get to know more about Cabral when visiting Cabo Verde Santiago Island: the Amilcar Cabral Museum in Plateau and his Memorial located in Várzea next to the National Library.

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P.s.: the hat is called “Súmbia” and it becomes very popular from photos of Amilcar Cabral wearing it ✨(check the comments for some more info about it)