Praia
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Praia (meaning "beach", in both Portuguese and Cape Verdean Creole), is the capital and largest port and city of Cape Verde. It on southern coast of Santiago island.
Warning: There have been several reports of armed boardings and rubberies. Be very careful.
Charts
See Cape Verde.
Weather
See Cape Verde.
Passages
Islands
See Cape Verde.
Communication
- GSM/GPRS - While there is voice signal, service is not available for most European registered phones
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Stay clear of the reef surrounded islet 
Ilhéu de Santa Maria [[Praia#Ilhéu de Santa Maria|Ilhéu de Santa Maria]] 14°54.461'N, 023°30.451'W at the entrance of the harbour.
Entrance
Praia is a port of entry/exit for Cape Verde. For details see Entrance: Cape Verde.
Berthing
There are no berthing facilities, yachts anchor in the bay.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Praia Bay
Anchor in 3-9 m depth.
Warning: There have been several reports of armed boardings and rubberies. Be very careful.Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | N/A (Not Available) |
| Electricity | N/A |
| Toilets | N/A |
| Showers | N/A |
| Laundry | N/A |
| Garbage | Bin ashore |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | There is a fuel dock |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | N/A |
| Internet | ? |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc..
Store name1 [[Praia#Store name1|Store name1]]
Eating out
Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.)
- Location1
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Name [[Praia#Name|Name]]
Transportation
- International airport
- Ferries to other islands from Praia
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.)
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
See Cape Verde.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Praia and this page's details validated:
- Compiled for internet research --Istioploos
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