Casa Bom Dia Mindelo

02/03/2026

Beneath a rather blue sky, with mountains as our witness and the morning light as our guest — the table is set, and the day begins beautifully. 🙂

03/12/2025

Bronk, the thinker!

13/08/2025

Dear friends and future guests of Casa Bom Dia,

We want to thank everyone for the outpouring of concern and support following the recent heavy rains and flooding from tropical storm Erin on São Vicente. Your kind words mean the world to us during this challenging time for our community.

We're relieved to share that Casa Bom Dia was not affected by the storm or flooding. While the island is currently facing some water supply issues due to the extreme weather, we're keeping our doors open and are fully prepared to welcome guests as planned.

For those wondering about the situation in Mindelo and São Vicente: the impacts were severe in low-lying areas like Praça Estrela and the Mindelo market, with significant damage to businesses and homes. Tragically, at least eight lives were lost, several people are missing, and around 1,500 residents have been displaced.

The government has declared a state of calamity to support recovery efforts, and while roads and access points were temporarily impacted, the airport is operational, and cleanup is underway. Much of the island, including areas like ours, is resuming daily life.

If you have upcoming bookings or questions, please reach out—we're here to help and look forward to hosting you. Your visits will greatly support our local recovery. Stay safe, and we hope to see you soon!

Warm regards,
Casa Bom Dia team

18/06/2025

This June in Mindelo, we’ve got the wind in our hair, the sun on our skin, and the whole place pretty much ours — no crowds, no fuss. Perfect for a bit of tennis, a jog on the beach, or just chilling with a cold cocktail in hand. 🍹🎾

And watch out—Bronk’s on patrol, making sure everyone’s having a good time and staying safe. He’s our furry guardian of good vibes and great company! 🐾

The wind’s strong, but that just means the breeze is extra refreshing. Come kick back, enjoy the view, and soak up the relaxed Mindelo magic — all here for you this June!

11/04/2025

After a time apart, joy awakens anew,
In the vibrant embrace of São Vicente, life shines in bright hues.

Golden walls hold laughter and light,
While gentle waves cradle dreams through the night.

Wandering the trails where wildflowers bloom,
Each step a reminder of freedom’s sweet tune.
The scent of the sea fills the warm air,
As we dive into waters, leaving behind all care.

At the lively fish market, colors come alive,
Voices and laughter, where the spirit thrives.
And here, we welcome all with open arms,
Creating a home where everyone feels warm.

Though miles may stretch to friends far away,
In shared memories and joy, we find our way.
Here’s to adventures, both near and wide,
Together in spirit, wherever we reside. 🌅

02/09/2024

The Dutch historian Johan Huizinga referred to human beings as Homo Ludens, “man the player.” Well, there is no higher form of play than the discovery of new knowledge or new places, using an ethos of childlike wonder.

In the past four days, I journeyed through an island that feels like a secret whispered by the Atlantic—compact yet bursting with life, where the weather can’t seem to make up its mind. One moment, I was drenched in tropical rains; the next, I was sun-drenched and dry, with the temperature swinging as wildly as the landscape.

Steep volcanic mountains rise like ancient sentinels, carving out lush, green valleys and deep, mysterious canyons. Here, everything grows: sugarcane, corn, papayas, mangoes, and a bounty of other fruits and veggies. The land is in the hands of sturdy, friendly farmers who cultivate it with organic care.

Monte Gordo, the island's towering peak at 1312m, seems to pull the clouds from the sky, draping the land below in a mystical sea of mist. Beneath its shadow lies perhaps the most enchanting forest in all of Cabo Verde—an exotic, almost otherworldly paradise. But venture south, and you'll find yourself in a landscape straight out of Mars, where the dry, rugged terrain feels like another planet altogether.

From the mountain tops, the contrasts are stark and stunning: lush green on one side, red earth on the other, and all around, the dramatic coastline where the Atlantic crashes against steep cliffs with relentless fury.

Ancient paths led me to forgotten villages hidden in canyons, like Ribeira Funda, where time seems to have stood still. And in Tarrafal itself, the vibe was unbeatable—alive with energy, stories, and ambition. I met passionate farmers, open-minded guides and Europeans with big ambitious dreams as vast as the island's horizons.

São Nicolau was a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and warm, welcoming playfull people.
I will be back soon, ready to explore more of the island’s magic and make new memories. 😉

04/06/2024

Casa Bom Dia is looking for a Summer Manager.

During one month, from mid July until mid August 2024, you take care of the guesthouse and its guests. You are friendly, service oriented, energetic and communicate well in at least English and Portuguese. You know Sao Vicente and Santo Antao well, and are eager to share your ideas and suggestions. You are flexible, have basic cooking skills and are willing to manage a guesthouse professionally for a short time.

Contact: [email protected] or WhatsApp +238 527 47 46.

Spread the word if you know the ideal candidate for an amazing work experience.

09/05/2024

Summer heat wave prepping

21/04/2024

The art of burning marshmallows without burning our guests. 😀🔥

04/03/2024

Very nice, sweet and well-made documentary about the most epic and adventurous islands of Cape Verde. 😀
It is in Dutch, but because of the amount of English it is also clearly understandable for non-Dutch speakers.

"Chris takes a tour of Cape Verde, a volcanic archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Senegal, Africa. Here he visits two of the northernmost islands: São Vicente and Santo Antão. São Vicente, with its capital Mindelo, is the cultural and musical heart of the archipelago."

Chris maakt een rondreis door Kaapverdië, een vulkanische eilandengroep in de Atlantische Oceaan voor de kust van het Afrikaanse Senegal. Hier bezoekt hij twee van de noordelijkst gelegen eilanden: São Vicente en Santo Antão. São Vicente is met hoofdstad Mindelo het c...

16/02/2024

Where we go, Bronk goes.

30/01/2024

Very nice experience (even with the 'bruma seca' sandstormy weather), both for the historical perspective as for the apt instructions, playing golf on Mindelo's Black Greens.

"Whether or not you are a golf lover, this black green is worth visiting. The strong heritage of the English presence in São Vicente, together with the lack of water that makes it difficult to maintain a fresh lawn, led to the creation of a unique golf course in the world
that has withstood time and is well worth knowing."