Do you have the opportunity to go to Cape Verde and are you wondering what the trip with the children will be like? See some tips we can give to those who want to travel with children to Cape Verde.
Cape Verde is a paradisiacal destination, where you can have the calm you need to recharge your batteries. However, when there are children, it is normal to think several times about their needs, and if it is a safe place, what kind of health care is available, if they have good nutrition and what care to take.
Security
Safety Cape Verde, in general, is a safe country. It is a tourist destination, and the people are known for their friendliness. Many people, when they choose to leave their hotels, do so with a guide who knows the island from end to end, which makes them feel even more comfortable.
Health
Health Here is perhaps the most sensitive point. Despite being one of the best countries in terms of health indicators on the African continent,it still has no comparison with the health conditions that exist, for example, in Europe..
Thus, it will be important to see, when choosing, whether there are health care services close to the hotel (hospital, medical center or pharmacy – which may or may not exist, depending on the location) or whether the hotel itself has a health professional on its team, to respond to these situations.
Ideally, you should also take precautions by taking a small first-aid kit; routine medication, which you are taking, for period longer than the trip; and other medication for prevention, that may be important, such as for diarrhea, inflammation, infectioni, etc. – at pediatric doses. For mosquitoes, there are mosquito repellent bracelets, and / or if possible, use a mosquito net to sleep.
When changing environments, the body (and the digestive system) may suffer in the first few days. Therefore, it is important to check that the child is hydrated, in case of vomiting and diarrhea. Fruits, juices and water (bottled) are excellent options to keep you hydrated. For prevention, and because it is a short period of time, avoid foods such as salads or other fresh products, unless you know / trust the way they were prepared.
Having health insurance (see which ones guarantee superior health care) can also be relevant if you need private health care, or an evacuation to another island or country, although this need is rare.
Trip preparation
When booking your flight or holiday package, make sure you indicate how many children are traveling and their age, as the cost of tickets may be reduced. See if you have the documents that the little ones need to travel, such as a passport and authorization (in the event that one of the parents / guardians of the child is not traveling, authorization may be required)
Remember to include in your suitcase for Cape Verde some of the child’s toys, so that they feel more comfortable traveling. Make sure you take some snacks for the trip and something that will allow the child to be entertained for a while.
Light clothing and comfortable shoes are essential. Hat and sunscreen too.
Trip
Cape Verde is a good destination, considering that it is relatively close: the journey takes just 4 hours from Portugal. It’s usually a quick trip with little turbulence.
Stay
When traveling with children to Cape Verde, if you are going to stay in a hotel, it is important to see if it offers entertainment for children(in cases, of course, where this is possible).
It is also advisable to inform the hotel that the children’s menu, will be needed, so that they can prepare and serve it, sometimes even on a priority basis. The child must be accompanied by adults at all times.
Amusements
Most places in Cape Verde can be visited with children, when proper care is taken, except for some sports or radical activities. However, it is necessary to pay attention to the sea, which in some places is rough, or places with rocks, where it is necessary to take the necessary precautions to avoid slipping.
With some care and preparation you can make your trip to Cape Verde even better, both for you and for the children: Have fun in Cape Verde and enjoy the wonders that this destination has to offer, for kids and adults alike.
