If you are looking for relaxing beach days, you are in the right place on the island of Maio. The island is also a good alternative to the mass tourism islands of Sal and Boa Vista. The beaches are just as beautiful and you almost have them all to yourself.

The capital of the island is called Porto Ingles or just «Vila do Maio» (City of Maio). The pretty town is very cozy. In the evening, the locals sit in front of their houses and gossip. During the day it is usually too hot for that. In every street there is a grill somewhere where chicken or fresh fish is grilled. Here you experience the real Maio!

The most beautiful beaches of the island your will explore by walking. Some of them are accessible by car, but not all of them. The main beach of Vila «Bitxe Rotcha» with its white sand and crystal blue water ain't to bad as well! At the cozy beach bar «Tropikal» you can easily spend some beach days, swimming and drinking fresh Caipirinhas. On the weekends they often have live music.