Guide to SAL

The island of Sal and the beach of Santa Maria have the reputation of being super-touristy and overcrowded. While they certainly have more tourist infrastructure than other Cape Verdian islands - which tend to have close to none at all - it can be quite comfortable having some perks.

Some local guys playing soccer, since in Santa Maria the beach is by far not only frequented by tourists. 

Would I spend an entire trip to Cape Verde at a hotel on Sal? No! Would I skip the island altogether? Neither - since there are some nice places to visit...and the beach is a dream made of sand.

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