Maio, the Dream... the Reality...

Although the world's economic slow down has hampered Cape Verde's development somewhat, it is still one of the hottest tourist and retirement destinations for Europeans, the distinction which was held by the Canaries a few years ago. The reason for this is CV is a very special place and of course the news media and web sites, are painting an idyllic portrait of it. The TV depiction of bikini-clad tourists frolicking on Sal's fabulous beach is difficult to resist. Maio's great potential and endless beaches are even a greater siren's call.

But there are two sides to all of this... the Reality and the Dream.

Maio's reality is the stuff that dreams are made of... but there is that one glaring reality which cannot be overlooked. One thing is for certain; the people and especially the government are not dictated by time and will not be pressured by it. This is the most difficult reality for Europeans to accept. Those that cannot, return north with a faded dream. Those that do stay will reserve a front-row seat for the future and reap the rewards from the reality that is Maio.

If patience is not one of your virtues, don't come to Maio! Will this change in the future? Of course, Lanzarote did... All things change with tim... but Maio doesn't seem to have a time frame for change. We’ll just have to be patient until then.

Maio Weather Back to Normal

In the passed two weeks the unusual warm weather for this time of year is back to normal with an idyllic Indian summer climate, warm sunny days and cool nights.

The weather in Maio is not often a topic of conversation...

Maio, Treasure and Pirates

After some research the following article was found indicating that Maio (Cape Verde) could have once been the stamping ground of many infamous pirates and cut-throats including Captain Kidd and Francis Drake:

Read it here...

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Electricity Pole Replacement

Electrical power poles are being placed between Morrinho and Pedro Vaz. This is an important link in the plan to have all of the island connected by one power source.

Maio International Airport?

It is said, by reliable sources, that the President of Maio has enlisted investors to build an international airport for the Island of Maio.

This in any event will eventually happen and needless to say, it will catapult Maio into the 21 century.

Big Blue Bird is Now Flying in Cape Verde

This is a blog entry for an installation of a wind turbine in Cape Verde. I believe that wind and solar power will be the future in Cape Verde.

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