VINCI Airports Enhances Portugal-Cabo Verde Connectivity with New Direct Routes to Sal Island

VINCI Airports Enhances Portugal-Cabo Verde Connectivity with New Direct Routes to Sal Island

(IN BRIEF) VINCI Airports has launched new direct routes between Sal Airport in Cabo Verde and Portugal’s Lisbon and Porto airports, operated by easyJet. The Lisbon-Sal route’s inauguration included celebratory events both in Lisbon and upon arrival at Sal, highlighting VINCI’s focus on boosting regional tourism and economic development. A similar event followed for the Sal-Porto route, which now operates twice weekly, further strengthening travel links and fostering cultural and economic connections between Portugal and Cabo Verde.

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 6-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — VINCI Airports recently marked the launch of new direct flight routes connecting Sal Airport in Cabo Verde with Lisbon and Porto, both part of the VINCI Airports network and now served by easyJet. This addition reflects VINCI Airports’ commitment to expanding travel options within its network while supporting the economic and tourism growth of the regions it serves.

The inaugural Lisbon-Sal flight was celebrated with a special event at Lisbon Airport’s boarding gate, where passengers enjoyed a ribbon-cutting ceremony, cake, and festivities. Upon arrival at Sal’s Amílcar Cabral International Airport, travelers were warmly welcomed with Cape Verdean hospitality, featuring music, welcome drinks, and gifts. Distinguished guests, including Cabo Verde’s Minister of Tourism and Transport, Carlos Santos, joined the celebration, further emphasizing the cultural and economic ties between Portugal and Cabo Verde.

Shortly after, a similar celebration took place for the new Sal-Porto route, which offers twice-weekly flights on Wednesdays and Saturdays. This route joins the Lisbon-Sal connection, providing more direct travel options between Portugal and Cabo Verde, enhancing opportunities for cultural exchange, tourism, and economic development.

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