IS THIS THE PARADISE OF AFRICA?! Sal, Cape Verde (Travel Tips)

[@belle4978]

It may sound cliche but Cesaria Evora's story and voice made me fall in love with this country and the people' culture☺ Thank you for such a great and informative vlog! All the best to you!

[@JessyBarreto]

It's not cliche at all! Thanks for sharing your story 🙌🏽 And I appreciate your comment!

[@belle4978]

@@JessyBarreto thank you! Do you visit it often? I figured for your videos that you have roots there. I'm Haitian and I know I'll visit it one day as I'm passionate about travels and cultures. Anyways, keep on posting *haha*. All the best🙂

[@JessyBarreto]

@@belle4978 you should! The country has so much to offer, not only the beautiful white beaches in Sal, but also other beautiful sceneries. Yes, both my parents are from there and I have been there about 7 times now. Which is not too often since I’m 29 years old haha! Thanks and hopefully I can visit Haiti also one day!

[@jaysonlima1976]

Thank you for showing people our part of the world but man would love to talk about my beautiful island of Brava the island of flowers and most heartwarming people show them what they don’t know

[@belle4978]

@@JessyBarreto I showed my best friend your video today and I wanted to say hi! Any travel destinations for this year? I look forward to more from your channel since you haven't posted in months and Happy 2024:)

[@inesflores4948]

Thank you for your kindness for Cape Verde. We Cape Verdean appreciate very much. Go to see all the Islands and have fun.

[@JessyBarreto]

I am happy to share our country with the world 😁🙌🏽

[@stevecook706]

My wife and I went to Sal for the first time back in April 2023. It was amazing and won't be the last time we visit. The people are so friendly and the beaches are amazing with turquiose water. Shark Bay was one of the best experiences we've ever had. I got some amazing drone footage from the Santa Maria area. I look forward to going back there.

[@JessyBarreto]

I’m happy to hear you’ve had such an amazing experience Steve!😍 you should check out the other islands as well, especially Santo Antão if you love nature!

[@Anaya-Rae]

@@JessyBarretok

[@ti_creates7487]

​@@JessyBarretobe my tour guide😊 planning for November

[@tyronejones7341]

Finally a local doing a video about Cabo Verde !!!.

[@JessyBarreto]

Happy you liked it 🤩🙌🏽

[@cameronfitzpatrick8356]

Top 3 best surf trips of my life was to Sal recently. The waves, the island, the people all top notch.

[@JessyBarreto]

Happy to hear you had such a great surf time! I should try it more often as well!

[@bri-pz3ss]

Bro i miss it so much, just came back two days ago, first time and definitely not the last, people and vibes were unreal

[@JessyBarreto]

I can imagine! I miss it a lot also, hopefully I will go back soon 🙏🏽

[@chard3582]

This looks incredible- thanks for sharing!!

[@JessyBarreto]

It is!! You’re welcome 😁

[@bakersentertainment4461]

Hey brother I loved the video. Beautiful Africa country.

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much for your words! Really appreciate it 😁

[@AmericanObserver-kq7ye]

👩🏽‍🦱 I’m African American, and I liked being able to float on the salt water. 😁 That’s so cool. I wonder how much English is spoken in Sal?

[@JessyBarreto]

Yeah it’s fun right! Well they do speak English cause there are a lot of tourists nowadays 😁 but not everyone as fluent of course

[@Soukaretr21]

Yo man keep going I really loved your video 👍🏾❤️which camera u be using btw

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much! I took a break from KZbin but starting soon again 🙏🏽 appreciate the support! I used the Sony A7IV

[@viktorekman863]

I have also been there and I flew to Praia as well. Both islands were magnificent!

[@JessyBarreto]

Happy to hear! A totally different vibe, I should visit Praia as well.

[@goodlifeonsea1881]

Thank you for this - a great video. We are planning to relocate there from the UK for the health of our 4 year old daughter. Heading out to Sal in September for 6 months. If you have any more advice we would love to hear from you.

[@JessyBarreto]

Wow that's an amazing step! I would recommend you in those 6 months to visit other islands as well. My favorite one is Santo Antão as it is full of beautiful nature.

[@mamadulaminDjamanca-tc1zf]

Thanks very much brothers familys nusta djunto sempre suseso

[@JessyBarreto]

Muito obrigado!!

[@neillforbes]

just booked there for next year in September ,staying at Odjo d'Agua Hotel ,cant wait

[@JessyBarreto]

Amazing!! Have fun 🤩

[@shawnrc1970]

Great, informative video! We are so excited, we will be on Sal in just over a week! We will be spending a week 5km from Santa Maria, is taxis and transports simple on the island? Really want to explore Santa Maria a few times.

[@JessyBarreto]

My bad Shawn! Just saw this now. How did you find Sal? Did you enjoy? 😁

[@tonifreitasamado430]

🔥Big Up Jessy👍

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks Tio!!🙌🏽

[@nomazizizembe8662]

Love the vlog watching from cape town south Africa

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks!!

[@dannainan]

Thank you for this wonderful video!!!

[@JessyBarreto]

Thank you for watching! 🤩

[@emmas374]

Nice video! Do you know the name of the restaurant where you ate the cachupa? 😊

[@JessyBarreto]

The name is on the bottom left 😁 Café Criolo

[@emmas374]

@@JessyBarretoahh Im so sorry I didn’t see it. Thank you!

[@ellyanagomez6013]

The views 🤯the food 😍

[@JessyBarreto]

Yesss you should visit Elly! 😍

[@ivaldirbatalha5436]

This channel is awesome and has great potencial for sure! I'm also Cape Verdean, living in Praia. You're inspiring 💯, i will be following your Sabbatical journey for sure.

[@JessyBarreto]

Your words mean a lot to me! Thanks so much 🤩!! One day I want to make some video about Santiago as well. Thanks so much, stay tuned!

[@emmanuelokpala3531]

Please brother can I get your contact I wanna come to the country

[@ivaldirbatalha5436]

@@emmanuelokpala3531 Sure man, i can get you all you need to come visit here

[@frankanore]

A very beautiful video, bro.. Nice job

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks for your words! Really appreciate it!

[@jeroentulp4257]

Amazing Jessy!

[@JessyBarreto]

Appreciate you bro!

[@peteraffenzeller1420]

what abpout the Ocean Cafe and drinking some ponche at the Galema? you really missed out!

[@JessyBarreto]

I should go there next time! Thanks for the advice 😁

[@resenda528]

Yes, My friends, SAL is One of paradise Island 🏝 ✨️ 💙 😍 in CapeVerde, SAL is My 2nd Island, One Day I Will Comback, to Visit All My friends, And family, God bless,

[@JessyBarreto]

It is right?! 😍 Thanks for sharing your story!

[@IngenuousGuerilla]

Great video, I gotta get over to Sal

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much! You should 😍

[@samk3088]

Planning a trip in late July, what is the best island to stay and for night life

[@JessyBarreto]

I think for the best parties you should visit Sao Vicente! And then don't forget to make a trip to Santo Antão

[@janetlouise8488]

Looking at coming to Sal for my 60th next year ( young 60 ) would you suggest 7 or 10 nights x

[@JessyBarreto]

I think 7 nights would be enough! But 10 wouldn’t be bad either 😁

[@raquet34]

Amazing video! Btw Percebes are Barnacles. I never had them, but I do hear that they are good

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks I can add that in the subtitles! Appreciate it!! 🙌🏽

[@raquet34]

You’re welcome!

[@CB-jz2dn]

FROM LAX OR EWR AIRPORT- WHATS THE SMOOTHEST AND QUICKEST WAY TO FLY TO CAPE VERDE. WHAT'S THE RECOMMENDED AIRLINE FROM LOS ANGELES , CALIFORNIA....OR NEW JERSEY? THANK YOU.

[@JessyBarreto]

I’m not from the USA but I think the easiest connection to Cape Verde is from Boston ✈️

[@lisuu2080]

Great video! I didn’t catch the name of the hotel tho - could you spell it out?

[@JessyBarreto]

The hotel is called Odjo d'Agua 😁

[@SamRodrigues1982]

Great content Jessy!! Keep them coming✨👊🏽

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much Sam! Really appreciate it😍

[@NoirLizeNYC]

ok great now i've to go to check this ish out lololol!!! great video!!!

[@JessyBarreto]

Yeah you should! Thanks 🤩

[@IvanAlmada-yg2ne]

Very nice video .. greetings from Belgium, remind me my times in sal hummm yummy

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much! I hope you've had a great time there 😁

[@LearningToLiveNow]

Excellent Video!

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much!

[@eternity68]

Since you are from Cape Verde and i'm interested in travelling there i have to ask you; is there a chance that i wont be able to swim in the ocean where my hotel is at due to waves and currents ?

[@JessyBarreto]

In Sal you can swim at most of the places. Some beaches have more wind than the other but in general not dangerous. However this is not for all islands in Cape Verde as some islands are known for strong currents and dangerous waters.

[@Nanay5kris]

This video is lovely! Hi, I'm planning to go there! 😊 Could you tell me in what month were you there? Thanks!

[@JessyBarreto]

Amazing! I was there in April this year 😁

[@jw-xo5sw]

I was in Sal for 3 weeks last year. I must honestly admit that it was a big disappointment. The people are very nice, but that's about it. You can't go anywhere without being bothered by pushy street vendors. Also the sea and the island itself look much more beautiful on the videos than in reality. You can forget about snorkeling, the current ensures that you cannot see anything. Except for the hotel area in Santa Maria, the island is a big ruin with great visible poverty. Pro' s: Shark Bay (bring your own slippers and you don't need a guide to see the sharks, don't fall for this tourist trap) street dogs, these are really nice and sweet Cabo Verde people are really nice negative things: The fish will undoubtedly taste perfect, but for non-fish eaters the food on the island is not great. We ate out twice a day for 20 days and tried many restaurants, the quality is not good. Lots of very pushy street vendors Apart from Shark Bay, the salt mine and the cable car, there is actually nothing to do, if you like to lie on the beach all day then this is the place for you. I wouldn't have wanted to miss this holiday, but not a second time for us P.s Be careful if you take a taxi to Santa Maria for the first time. You will be met by a big dark man, at first he is very friendly and acts as if he is your best friend and he takes you to the shop of his "mother". Cut this man off immediately because he only wants to sell you overpriced junk.

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks for sharing your view! Unfortunately there are also quite some (pushy) street vendors indeed, which I want to emphasize: are not Cape Verdeans. However, if you would like to experience the "real Cape Verde" I would recommend you to go to islands as São Vicente and Santo Antão, it's a complete different vibe and not built around tourism. Anyway, thanks for sharing your experience 😁

[@michaelmatisse2808]

Most of these street vendors are Senegalese and they sell overpriced Senegalese souvenirs and pretend it is capeverdean but the culture between these two countries are very different

[@michaelmatisse2808]

I agree nothing special or spectacular in Sal island or cape Verde in general. It is good to do it once but not more. Maybe it would be more interesting to do island hopping 3 days here and 3 days there...

[@beatlichtsteiner2004]

Olá, Ok, já fui lá seis vezes. De fato é uma ilha 🏝 maravilhosa, mas têm Praias super, Gentes sem Estresse Mas acho falta a História, Prédios da Antiquidade. Ok é um País no Começo da Turismo.

[@JessyBarreto]

Sim, é um lugar lindo né?! Para história você precisaria visitar a ilha de Santiago

[@capvertenimages9925]

Good work as always bro 😍

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much bro, really appreciate it ! 😍

[@Andrewman69000]

Is there any nightlife in Cape Verde? Nightclubs, or beach parties, etc

[@JessyBarreto]

Yes for sure, there are several bars on the main street. For 1 week I find it's good, but after a while it feels a bit repetitive for me. However, there are also big events in Sal for example a big festival in September, that is definitely worth visiting!

[@TravelGarda]

Thanks for the nice video

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks for your words! 🤩

[@elzorodrigues.dammon]

Amazinggggg

[@JessyBarreto]

Obrigado bro!!

[@Sasha-le9ds]

Wat een prachtige revieuw 😍🙏🏾

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much!! 😍

[@Nadelina_kb]

I have been to Santiago but not to Sal yet. For sure these islands are amazing.

[@JessyBarreto]

I still want to visit Santiago now I am older, I’ve heard great stories about it! You should see Sal indeed, it’s very nice to relax for a week or so 😁🙌🏽

[@emmanuelokpala3531]

You help to relocate there ?

[@lonl]

Nice Jess 👌🏼

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks !! 😁

[@IsioronoEwharekuko]

Wht's the name of the hotel accommodation?

[@JessyBarreto]

Odjo d’Agua !

[@wordsmith9360]

Top!

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks!!

[@FlyWithVeiga]

So dope 🔥🔥

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much! 🙌🏽

[@Lehsee.]

Super engaging and informative video! Planning a trip to Cape Verde soon, and this was so helpful! Please continue making contents :)

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much and have a lot of fun there! I took a small break but I will continue in the coming months for sure 🤩

[@Jhabitealagui69]

Hey, what about the night life ??

[@JessyBarreto]

Night life is fun, not too many options but the few options are nice. I forgot the names but on the main strip you’ll see where most people go.

[@Jhabitealagui69]

@ thank you. I’m going to Praia. Does people dance kizomba there in Praia ?

[@myjermedia]

Well done

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks!!

[@myjermedia]

@@JessyBarreto You are welcome, beautiful Island

[@JSUN19]

Home 😊

[@Remzoe]

Hello, i would like to ask if there is any halal fast food or restaurants?

[@Froxdj]

hey bud, what currency did you mostly use?

[@JessyBarreto]

When I arrive I always take escudos from the ATM, cause if you pay in euros it’s gonna be more expensive

[@Froxdj]

@@JessyBarreto perfect thanks brother 👍👍👍

[@suzy2480]

hi how do i boo bus from nigeria to senegal, someone help me please

[@QuakerJones268]

Good Video, really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks so much! You're welcome 😁

[@resenda528]

Olà Meus Amigos, ILHA DSAL è a Uma Paraiso Das ILHAS ♥️ ❤️ 👌 Em Cabo Verde, ♥️ 👌 ILHA DSAL è A Minha Segunda ILHA, Em Cabo Verde, ♥️ 👌 Um Dia Se Deus quiser Vou Voltar Para Visitar os Meus Amigos, e as familhas, Deus Abenções. God bless.

[@karim271]

P diddy brought me here 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks for the marketing Diddy 😂🙌🏽

[@MyeshaBlakeborough-e9s]

Bahringer Road

[@Anaya-Rae]

I’m going 😅

[@JessyBarreto]

Curious how you will like it!

[@mariadorosarioramossilva5626]

Mijn mooi Eiland 👍👌

[@JessyBarreto]

Prachtig he 😍

[@hendleydacruz5151]

Damn🙏🏾🙏🏾💯

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks!!🙌🏽

[@KDonLR]

Africa watching the AFCON game😁 research begins

[@JessyBarreto]

Exactly! Hope to inspire more people to visit Cape Verde 🙌🏽

[@chrissystewart6268]

Hi I'm Chrissy 🇺🇲 Jesse I'm an Baltimore Native I'm like you want to travel I never been to 🇨🇻🇨🇻🇨🇻 I want to go I don't have friends from there I want to get to know people better 🇨🇻🇨🇻🇨🇻

[@JessyBarreto]

hey Chrissy, you should go! Cape Verde has a lot to offer, Sal is just one of the many beautiful islands. I would say a good start as it is very touristic so plenty of people to meet.

[@اسامةشداد-ظ2ه]

❤❤❤

[@jmortier71]

For me it was one off the ugliest island i visited. It's one big plane desert with a rock in thé Middle. Try thé other islands in Cap Verdie, way better. But i loved thé People ❤

[@JessyBarreto]

If this was nothing for you, you should try out Santo Antão! You will love it 😁

[@katelynbarreto1015]

😍😍

[@JessyBarreto]

Thanks for helping out!!❤

[@jestix9662]

DUDE. fucking give him a fist bump at 1:10. He's waiting patiently for like 10 seconds. How dare you.

[@JessyBarreto]

😂😂😂 it was an imaginary microphone😜

[@resenda528]

SAL è Nha Ssgunda ILHA, um Vèvè Là juntos kfamilia, ♥️ 💙,😄 e a Migo's. Over decate, Mais do que Uma decada, Um representa SAL Contra 6 ILHAS nos desportos, a tè differentes desportos. No fogo, na São Cente, na S.tuantão, S. Niculau, Boavista, e Praia. Deus Obrigado, e Obrigado os SaLenses, PA Apoios kêz dome. Vou Voltar, Com fè Em Deus, Não Sei quando, Mas um 😐 ta bèm. God bless.

[@mariadorosarioramossilva5626]

👍✋👏

[@mellymel9892]

Who’s here after finding out this is where Diddy escaped to 😂😂

[@JessyBarreto]

Hahah ! Well at least I got him so good travel tips 😂

[@WillardFrey-y7z]

Oberbrunner Ports

[@samthomas7740]

Dude, you left him hanging for a hugely embarrassing and soul destroying time for that fist bump, before he gave up. Generations in the future will be talking about this.

[@JessyBarreto]

Hahahah! It was a fictional Mic 🎤 not a fist bump 😂

[@patriekvang2085]

Dutch accent?

[@JessyBarreto]

Could be as I am born and live in The Netherlands😁

[@Williamaraujo]

🙌🏾❤️🇨🇻🔥

[@JessyBarreto]

❤️🙌🏽

[@jocelynwithsprinkles]

Him saying chorizo is sending me 😑

[@JessyBarreto]

Hahah, go go go!

[@HappyRareGrooveMan]

Sort out the persistent amount of sellers trying to sell cheap goods, many are agresive at times .

[@JessyBarreto]

The funny thing is that those are not even Cape Verdeans, but people from other African countries that come to sell the products over there.

[@chrisduc1]

This is my paradise 😎🥰🥰🏖️🏖️🥰but ☝️☝️it has nothing to do with Afrika . It is just in front of Senegal

[@JessyBarreto]

Well.. we are part of Africa never forget that 🙌🏽

[@christianlaewe5895]

Sorry, Thats totally wrong. Cabo verde is an independent Republik , very close with Portugal ,language Portuguese and is just placed in front of Afrika. @@JessyBarreto

[@AMan-jg8rf]

Geezus compared to the Carribean, South East Asia and many other tropical wonders this place looks horrible!

[@JessyBarreto]

Everyone has their own preferences of course :)

[@CandyScent-r2p]

It doesn't look bad at all

[@MirkoZrnic-w1g]

That girl in video with you is mmmmm

[@seawave34]

Its a paradise lost..Now caters to mass tourism and all the worst that this brings..The most disappointing destination ive been to...Santa Maria,the main tourist town is a litter and dog overwhelmed dump

[@JessyBarreto]

Sorry to hear your experience. I have had a totally different experience. Perhaps you can try one of the other islands?

[@pabloalvez915]

Is it safe for a White person?

[@JessyBarreto]

Yes for sure, just as everywhere look where you should be at night and where not. There are plenty of tourists and to give you an example: I was the only dark skinned person on the plane 😅

[@Andrea_eTi]

Not impressed at all by this video. There are much Better places to visit in Africa.

[@JessyBarreto]

That's also possible of course. So what places would you recommend?

[@NickyAlanPsychicMedium]

No it’s a dangerous food poisoning dump google it.

[@tchobustos5939]

😂😂😂we're still here!!

[@JessyBarreto]

I'm sorry to hear you had a bad experience, but it's not a food poisoning dump. As in all travel places, just know where you should eat and in Sal all places have been perfect for me and a lot of others so far :)

[@robertpachino3134]

Animal lovers don't use animals 👍

[@xw9619]

Bueno.. realmente la Isla como tal no vale nada. De echo estoy escribiendo desde Sal. Fuerteventura le da mil vueltas. Aquí hay un Senegalés en casa esquina de Santa María intentado venderte la moto o intentando estafarte. También está llena de prostitutas Senegalesas ofreciéndose a todas las horas del día por la calle principal. Hay mucha pobreza y da la sensación de mucha delincuencia. En los supermercados es todo realmente caro, mucho más que en Europa y hay ausencia de carne sobre todo y de verduras y frutas frescas. Todo está muy pocho. Las playas son del montón, las fotos y las vistas de dron no les hacen justicia. Venden a la isla muy bien pero ni por asomo volvería. Hay infinidad de destinos más baratos y mejores. UNA GRAN DECEPCIÓN 👎👎👎

[@JessyBarreto]

Sorry to hear you had this experience, have you thought about trying any other island with more nature and less touristy?

[@xw9619]

@@JessyBarreto Si vas a responder a un comentario en Español, tomate la molestia de hacerlo en el mismo idioma. De lo contrario, yo no me molestaré ni en leerte. 🙄