Tunisia Holiday Resort Information

Tunisia offers visitors 700 miles of sandy beaches, a dramatic and ancient history, conservation parks, botanical gardens, acres of golf courses, water parks, scuba diving, historic souks, stress relieving thalassotherapy spas and the mysterious Sahara. A liberal Islamic country with sophisticated European standards provides an intoxicating mix for a holiday destination. You’ll witness influences from its many ancient civilizations in every aspect of modern life. Having been established by the Phoenicians, colonised by the Romans, and invaded by the Spanish Vandals, the Arabs, the Ottomans and French, it’s no wonder that Tunisia is of huge archaeological significance. Combining African and Mediterranean climates Tunisia is famed for its year round hot dry weather. Temperatures can reach a roasting 45 degrees in the south in summer but with winters cooling to comfortable 20 degrees, sunshine is guaranteed.

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With an abundance of spices, olive oil and wine, Tunisia offers a choice of simple, fresh Mediterranean inspired dishes. Couscous is served with its unique sauce, fresh seafood is plentiful and mint tea is the traditional drink. Most of Tunisia’s sandy beaches are found on the sweeping east coast. These safe sandy havens slope gently into the warm Med and well equipped with tourist facilities. The picturesque rugged northern coastline is perfect for hiking and diving. Experience the architectural and archaeological significance of the unique Tunisia culture in a variety of historical tours to see bustling souks, the mosaic museum, underground villas and the third largest coliseum in the Roman world. With its countless bays and an average air temperature of 18 degrees Tunisias great for sailing and windsurfing. Sailing costs are really low and the windsurfing’s year round. Don’t go home without an adventure in the Sahara Desert. Organised treks by camel or jeep will take you to the South of Tunisia with its shimmering salt lakes, luxuriant oases and seductive sunsets. This country of contrasts continues to entertain with a host of family fun on offer ranging from camel treks to ice skating, pedalos to water parks, zoos to theme parks, bowling to horse riding…never a dull moment. If you love a haggle then you'll love the souks where any price goes, and the old medians where you can see Tunisian crafts still being made. Shopping is a true experience and so is a visit to a Tunisian nightclub or casino.

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Bizerte

A modern day bustling port with a stunning palm fringed promenade and a quaint old quarter, Bizerte lies on the canal linking Lake Bizerte with the sea. Its magnificent unspoilt beaches and scenic dunes stretch along the Corniche dotted with excellent hotels a few minutes away from from the picturesque old town and quayside lined with pavement cafes. The Old Port is built on the canal and is entered through a huge gate leading into the impressive walled 17th century Kasbah.

Nabeul

Known for its superb beaches, bargain-packed market and Ottoman influenced ceramics, Nabeul is a highly popular tourist spot for the whole of Tunisia. Hugging the Cap Bon stunning coastline, this bustling centre provides superb sightseeing and excellent shopping for its multitude of visitors. Its famous Friday market sells everything from spices to silver spoons and its sprawling ancient medina holds scores of shops and ceramic workshops in its narrow alleyways.

Hammamet

Hammamet is possibly the best-known resort in Tunisia. It has changed greatly from the small fishing village it once was, evolving into a sought-after holiday resort in the 1920’s. Known as the ‘garden resort’ it is backed by olive, orange and lemon groves and lines of cypress trees. Hammamet’s centre is a miniature cape jutting out into the sea with the well preserved 13th century Kasbah offering pleasing views over the gleaming domes of the Medina (the old walled city) and the white sands of the coastline.

Port El Kantaoui

Picturesque and peaceful, the modern resort of Port El Kantaoui sits just north of Sousse. The port boasts a 340-berth marina, which is as stylish as many on the Mediterranean. It combines the Andalucian charm of arches, cobblestone streets and lamp-lit quays with a modern bustling commercial area that includes a long stretch of hotels, many boutiques and souvenir shops, and an endless supply of cafes and restaurants. Sports facilities include scuba diving, sailing, tennis, horse riding and golf.

Sousse

The lively city of Sousse was built by the Phoenicians in the ninth century. A town that was Punic, Roman and then Muslim, Sousse has retained a great deal of its original character and is Tunisia's third largest city. Surrounded by authentic crenulated ramparts, it is dominated on one side by the Great Mosque and the elegant Ribat, Sousse's other great Islamic monument. If you climb the tower, you are rewarded with a magnificent view across the medina, the port and the Great Mosque.

Monastir

Originally built as a trading post by the Phoenicians and then taken over by the Romans under the name of Ruspina, Monastir became important again in the eighth century with the establishment of its fortified Ribat, an imposing defence against seafaring invaders. The family mausoleum of the former President Habib Bourguiba dominates the town. Its gold and green domes and gilt-tipped minarets are particularly beautiful at night, when illuminated.

Tunis

The lively city of Sousse was built by the Phoenicians in the ninth century. A town that was Punic, Roman and then Muslim, Sousse has retained a great deal of its original character and is Tunisia's third largest city. Surrounded by authentic crenulated ramparts, it is dominated on one side by the Great Mosque and the elegant Ribat, Sousse's other great Islamic monument. If you climb the tower, you are rewarded with a magnificent view across the medina, the port and the Great Mosque.