African island luxury provides perfect getaway for Brits

If you're searching for a spring or summer getaway, this Cape Verde island might just be the perfect destination.

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Temperatures range between 20 and 26 degrees throughout the winter and spring months, with clear blue skies too. Flying with TUI from Gatwick, it takes just six hours to arrive at the Cape Verdean island of Boa Vista, which is part of a group of islands in the Atlantic Ocean.

The airline has also just announced a new route from East Midlands Airport to Boa Vista, twice weekly (Wednesdays and Saturdays), which was launched in April.

Staying at Riu Palace Boavista, it's a hotel that lives up to its five star reputation while being able to enjoy the all inclusive facilities on offer, but more on that later.