Tunisia Travel Tips
Why Go To Tunisia?
If you are looking for a guarantee of sunshine where the beaches are great and the water is clear and warm, a Tunisia holiday may fit the bill. With water sports, tennis and golf and a variety of tourist attractions a Tunisia holiday keeps everyone happy. It is an ideal destination for winter sun as the flight is short, and the facilities are superb.
Who Is Tunisia Popular With?
Tunisia holidays appeal to all age groups from families with young children to older couples. The number of superb golf courses, and the year round sun ensure their popularity with golfers. There are many interesting and historic cities that are an ideal destination for a short city break.
When To Go To Tunisia
Tunisia holidays can be taken at any time of year as the summers are long and hot and the winters are mild. The summer heat is tempered on the northern coast by cooling sea breezes. This is often very welcome when the mercury peaks at the height of the season.
Tunisia Nightlife
Tunisia nightlife is as varied as the resorts and can be lively, relaxed or sophisticated depending on your choice. Large hotels provide evening entertainment with traditional music and dance as well as discos. The cities have very lively bars and clubs where, in spite of being an islamic country, alcohol flows.
Shopping In Tunisia
Tunisia shopping is like no other. Apart from the official craft shops, artisanat, where prices are not up for discussion, buying an item becomes a game. The souks in the medina and the market places will satisfy even the most avaricious shopper. There is so much choice from beautifully hand crafted objects to designer fakes. Popular purchases include silver jewellery, carpets and rugs, leather goods, pottery and ceramics and linens and lace. If you haggle well, your dinars will go far.
Eating Out In Tunisia
Tunisia eating is a delight for the palate. With its Mediterranean influences and its north African spices, its stews are truly delicious. Couscous, made from wheat is the national dish and accompanies the main course. Fish is an important part of the diet and the dominant meat is lamb. Tunisia is a fertile land, a great vegetable producer and stuffed vegetables are a regular feature on menus. Local wines are excellent and are very good value. When in Tunisia, drink only bottled water and check that the seal is unbroken. Tummy upsets can ruin a holiday, so remember the old adage, “prevention is the best cure”.
