Holidays in Tunisia in 2021
Tunisia is a unique country that is like a tightrope walker, confidently balancing at the junction of various cultural traditions – Arab, European and African. The local tourist infrastructure is quite developed, offering guests of the country a standard set of services, but in an oriental flavor and at lower prices, especially compared to Europe. Therefore, it is not surprising that holidays in Tunisia under the all-inclusive program have recently been so popular.
The best resorts in Tunisia
Suss
The most popular Tunisian resort among young people and nightlife lovers is Sousse, which is a huge platform on which a maximum of establishments that open with the first night lights are concentrated: bars, discos, restaurants, clubs, casinos. Moreover, in recent years, Sousse has become so relevant that it became necessary to expand. This is how Port El Kantaoui was born, a small suburb with a vibrant tourist profile. But in Sousse, daytime life does not lag behind nightlife, striking with dynamics and the list of leisure options that are presented here: a visit to the water park with an extensive complex of water slides, an autodrome, the notorious Ice Cream House, which serves up to fifty variations on the theme of a popular delicacy, a thalassotherapy center.
Monastery
Monastir belongs to the category of respectable resorts, whose guests will not be surprised by the abundance of nightclubs and the number of stars next to the names of establishments. Rest here has a wellness bias. The medical profile of Monastir is represented by a number of centers where they help to cope with certain types of addictions, various nervous diseases. Monastir also has rejuvenation programs. Fans of yachting, horseback riding and golf will be able to continue their favorite hobby here. Those who are interested in the cultural component of the holiday can visit the local monuments of medieval architecture.
Mahdia
Mahdia is considered primarily a family resort. Its hallmark are the beaches, which have a snow-white hue. The smooth coastline is suitable for families with children. Despite the fact that the local underwater world is not ready to boast an abundance of rare flora or beautiful reefs, local diving centers are perfect for those who are just learning scuba diving. Mahdia is also suitable for gastronomic tourism – local fish markets are considered one of the richest in the region.
Djerba
Djerba is located not far from the sands of the Sahara and makes up a striking contrast with the latter: scorched sandy plains and an abundance of fruit, olive and palm groves. Djerba is located on an island and is connected to the continent by an old causeway – a narrow bridge built in the period of Antiquity. In memory of the old times, there was also an ancient synagogue, whose age, according to approximate estimates, has already exceeded twenty-five hundred years. Djerba is perfect for a leisurely holiday, including with children.
Hammamet
The most versatile resort in Tunisia is Hammamet. Here you can find almost any audience, while each of the guests of Hammamet can find himself in this resort: a golf club or a water park, a wide beach with developed infrastructure or a unique zoo that does not have castles and cages. Holidays for groups of tourists or lovers of walks alone – Hammamet is suitable for everyone. The local architecture, designed in the classical Arabic style, is also noteworthy. Finding two identical buildings in Hammamet is a really difficult task.
When to visit Tunisia
The summer period, despite the difficult temperature regime (the thermometer rarely shows a figure below 35 ° C), is the most popular time for a beach holiday in Tunisia and, accordingly, the most crowded. Those who prefer a more secluded holiday format can choose September-October, when the heat subsides a bit, but the sea is still warm enough for swimming and pleasant boat trips. November rarely pleases with really hot days, but it is at this time that another component of the holiday is activated – sightseeing. In such weather, excursions to the lost cities of the Sahara become especially popular.
Winter in Tunisia pleases only with rains, which quite often turn into full-length downpours, however, it is in winter that you can become a participant in a unique event – the Sahara Festival, which fully reflects all the colorfulness of the Arab world. In winter, numerous thalassotherapy centers are also filled with guests, where relaxation and recovery take place in a calm atmosphere. In the spring, you can go to Tunisia for the views: the local flora suddenly plunges into a riot of colors. Unfortunately, the swimming season rarely starts before May.
Holidays in Tunisia with children
When planning a vacation in Tunisia with children, it is better to stay in late spring or early autumn, when the weather pleases with stability, and the temperature regime is quite gentle. As for the tourist season – especially July and August – it can be difficult for young visitors to Tunisia to actively relax and explore local beauties in the midday heat, although it is at this time that the sea becomes warmest and most comfortable for swimming. So the prioritization will fully depend on the parents.
Almost every resort in Tunisia has its own “zest”, focused on the children's audience. So, in Hammamet there is a huge Carthage Land complex, which consists not only of attractions, but also of interactive platforms. For example, one of them repeats the views of the New Medina in all the riot of colors, voices and smells – markets, architectural monuments and fountains are made in full size. Most resorts have water parks or water slides on the territory of hotels, and mini-zoos and botanical gardens have long been part of the everyday landscape.
The only thing you should always pay attention to is the presence or absence of so-called mini-clubs on the territory of the chosen hotel, in which all work with children takes place. Today it is quite easy to pick up a mini-club with Russian-speaking staff, although in some institutions the child may be required to know one of the European languages, which will create problems.
Benefits of an all-inclusive holiday
The Tunisian all-inclusive vacation option is optimal for those tourists who are not ready for an individual vacation option, when each component of the trip has to be thought out independently. In the latter case, numerous domestic issues and difficult situations for tourists invariably arise, which are not always possible to solve on their own. The all-inclusive program will be especially useful for those who have not previously lived in the region chosen for recreation, and therefore do not know about the intricacies and nuances of the local way of life.
However, it should be understood that the Tunisian all-inclusive option is not similar to the Turkish or Egyptian ones, which imply a complete absence of payment for all services provided by the host. The main issues that are usually of interest to tourists are food and leisure or recreation options.
The all-inclusive program in the Tunisian interpretation guarantees the food declared in the program, but nothing more. That is, alcoholic drinks, barbecue or grilled fish are often paid. As a rule, there is also a clear timetable for meals here: if you skip breakfast, you should not expect that someone will serve it again individually and for free.
Tallas therapy, so common in Tunisia, is also always a paid option, as well as a variety of body wraps, massages and other types of wellness services. But at the same time, the sports options offered by hotels are always free, as are the activities organized for children.
The best hotels in Tunisia
The hotel world of Tunisia is represented mainly by five-star and four-star establishments, and the difference between them is practically not felt.
JAZ Tour Khalef Thalasso & Spa
This hotel complex is located in the city of Sousse and is located not far from its port part. The complex has an area of almost ten hectares, offering its guests such leisure activities as swimming in the sea – the hotel has a private beach area, swimming in outdoor and indoor pools, relaxing on the terraces, visiting the spa, Turkish bath, fitness center, sauna. The local restaurant offers international and regional cuisine, a range of bars and a unique Moorish-style café.
El Mouradi Palace
This hotel fully justifies its five-star status, delighting with its location – in the 1st line from the sea, the comfort of living and the range of services that are presented in it. The hotel offers standard double rooms, deluxe rooms and suites. Swimming pools, sports grounds, tennis courts are open for guests. The hotel initiates such leisure activities as windsurfing, boating, sailing. For a vibrant nightlife, a fashionable nightclub and a number of bars are open here. The lounge bar and oriental-style café are especially popular. A nice bonus for golf fans is the presence of one of the oldest golf clubs in Tunisia not far from the hotel.
The Mouradi Mahdia
This hotel is suitable for all types of recreation and is guaranteed to appeal to every category of tourists, offering five-star service, accommodation and leisure. The hotel offers standard and presidential suites and apartments. Among the wellness services are sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, various types of massage. Guests can use the gym, get help with water sports and diving. The location in the tourist part of the city of Mahdia allows you to fully experience the pulsation of resort life. Those who are in Tunisia on a business trip can use the services of a local conference room. There are comprehensive entertainment programs for children.
Mahdia Palace Thalasso
The modern style of the hotel is complemented by traditional Oriental accents, and the noisy circulation of the central part of Mahdia becomes ideal for evening relaxation. Swimming pools, classic Turkish baths, sauna, spa and fitness center, jacuzzi are open for guests. Fans of active sports can find themselves in its water sports. Those who prefer small physical activities in the salt-scented air can go in for mini-golf. The hotel has a buffet option, but it is also possible to eat at the restaurant, which mainly serves international cuisine and traditional Turkish dishes.
Iberostar Royal El Mansour
The hotel is located three minutes from the chic Mediterranean beaches in the epicenter of the tourist life of the city of Mahdia. Five-star rooms and deluxe rooms are available for guests. It offers a wonderful thallas therapy center with a full package of services, including massages, baths, body wraps and other wellness options. There is also a modern spa center on site. Local cuisine is represented by international dishes. A Tunisian-style tearoom is popular with guests.
Royal Thalassa Monastir
The hotel is located in the historical part of Monastir – on the one hand, the old buildings in the traditional Arabic flavor, on the other – the gold of sandy beaches, which are considered one of the most beautiful. This luxurious hotel complex offers its guests elegant rooms with sea views and luxurious gardens that adorn the hotel grounds. The hotel will be a real find for gourmets and those who want to improve their health in a pleasant and tasteful way.
The local thalassotherapy center, spa, fitness center, a number of swimming pools and various sports grounds will help with the latter. Cuisine fans can choose the menu of one of the three restaurants, each of which offers a rich selection of wines, seasonal ingredients and a variety of their combinations, as well as cuisine with noticeable notes of oriental, Italian and Tunisian flavor itself. In addition, the hotel has a number of bars where you can enjoy not only colorful views and the taste of noble alcohol, but also live music.