10 – “At first glance it is a flat and barren island, but if you go exploring you will find beautiful gems all over the island, which are definitely worth visiting with children".

It's time for a family vacation, what do we need for that?

Sun - CHECK, Sea - CHECK, Beach - CHECK, Swimming pool - CHECK, Good food - CHECK, Excursions & Activities - CHECK.

All the necessities for a great vacation with kids can be found on Ilha Do Sal.

At first glance it is a flat and barren island, but if you go exploring you will find beautiful gems all over the island, which are definitely worth visiting with children.

The most popular attraction for a vacation on Ilha do Sal, is the beautiful beach of Santa Maria. This pearly white beach with an azure blue sea is no less than 8 kilometers long. Children can't believe their luck here. The fine sand and the pleasant temperature of the sea, makes it possible to have fun for days. Bring your towel or rent a beach chair on the spot. At the stores on the promenade or even at the supermarkets you can buy beach toys.

On the beach of Santa Maria there is also the pier. On this pier, the fishermen come to bring and sell their catch at noon. At the beginning of the pier, you can buy a coconut to drink and take a walk along the pier. If you are lucky, they have caught a big tuna. Children will be amazed. Want to score a handmade souvenir or take a dip in the sea from the pier? You can do that here too.

After a visit to the pier you can walk on the boulevard and get a delicious ice cream. At Gira Mundo you can eat the best ice cream on the island!

If you would like to explore the island with children, you certainly can. Rent a car and drive around the island. You have several natural phenomena that are very beautiful and fun to visit with children.

Drive towards Monte Leão, also called Lion Mountain. The mountain got its name from the shape of the mountain. The mountain looks very much like a lion's head. You can get pretty close to the mountain. This provides very nice pictures.

Continue the tour and drive towards Buracona. The famous "blue eye". This is a hole in a rock, where the water, when the sun is at the right point, turns bright blue. You have the best chance of seeing this if you are there in the summer months, because then the sun is high enough and shines in at just the right spot. In the winter months, you'll see at most a sliver, but even that is special to see. There is also a small bay, where you can take a refreshing dip.

And then it's time for action! New on the island of Ilha do Sal and an extremely fun experience is the Zipline. Float almost 100 meters from the ground over the island. Climb to the top from which the zipline departs enjoy the beautiful view. The attraction is for young and old. In short, a fun outing especially with kids!

Do you want even more action? Then you are at the right place at KiteBeach. Watch the great kite surfers show off their skills. Rather get into the action yourself? Of course you can. Take kite or surf lessons or rent equipment if you already know how to kite or surf. The lessons are also for young and old. A fun experience for the whole family to enjoy.

To finish off, a stop at the Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo is highly recommended. It is a beautifully landscaped piece of greenery on Ilha do Sal, where you imagine yourself in an oasis of calm. See the different trees, plants and of course the animals. A perfect location to spend the afternoon.

Besides these highlights, there are many more things to discover and do on Ilha do Sal with the family. Besides the fun activities there are also some practical things to think about when you are on vacation with children. Especially with the little ones. What about baby food? What about diapers? Don't worry, these are available at local supermarkets all over the island.

In short, Ilha do Sal has everything for a wonderful vacation with kids.

Let yourself and your family be surprised!