The Cape Verde islands are located off the West Coast of Africa and are Europe's closest tropical island paradise. With a glorious climate, long, white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, the Cape Verde archipelago is being dubbed as the 'New Caribbean'.

The flight time from the UK is 5.5 hours and the time zone is only one hour behind GMT, so there are no unpleasant effects of jet lag either. With the opening of two international airports on Sal and Santiago, Cape Verde is set to emerge as a significant tourist destination.

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For decades, Montenegro has been the hidden gem of the Adriatic region. Now, the secret's out and this stunningly beautiful and diverse country is tipped as one of the most dynamic property investment hotspots in the world, thanks to its breathtaking countryside, glorious coastline and tourist potential.

Montenegro is a country of remarkable geographical contrasts. Its unspoilt Adriatic coastline, with azure seas and hidden coves, sits alongside shimmering glacial lakes, lush forests, soaring mountains and picturesque villages. The undisputed jewel in the crown is Boka Kotorska - the Mediterranean's only fjord.

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An all year round tourist destination with 220Km of beautiful sandy beaches on the Black Sea coast, historical cities and fantastic ski resorts, Bulgaria has a tremendous amount to offer.

The climate of Bulgaria enjoys regular Mediterranean temperatures of 80°F on the Black Sea coast, with over 1700 hours of sunshine between May and October.

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