"With a year-round warm climate, hospitable people and a stable environment, this sleepy hideaway offers an opportunity to cut off from the real world, " says the Hobbs website.

"Paradise Beach will help change the development landscape in Cape Verde, bringing new standards in design, quality and content to the market . . . creating a home-way-from-home for those looking for a second home in the sun."

Along with Jose Montiero, a member of the Cape Verde parliament, will discuss the current investment potential in the country. The Cape Verde roadshow will be in the Radisson SAS Hotel and Spa in Cork on 28 February, the Four Season Hotel in Dublin on 1 March and the Hilton Templepatrick Hotel and Country Club, Belfast on 2 March .

Cape Verde Development 021 477 4700 www. capeverde development. com