Tunisia - Why it should be declared open for tourists

This post was used as part of an article from BBC News.

I have recently returned from a visit to Tunisia. I travelled solo and planned the trip myself. During my holiday I visited different places all across the country, including Sousse, Kairouan, Monastir, El Jem, Port el Kantaoui and Tunis.

Throughout my visit, I found the country completely safe. There were a few police roadblocks, especially around the tourist resort of Port el Kantaoui, but I never felt threatened or concerned for my safety. I travelled the country using the local trains and shared taxis (Louages). I felt completely safe on both methods of transport and it was a great way to interact with the locals.

The lack of tourists was certainly notable throughout my visit to the different parts of the country. There were a few Russian tourists and a handful of Chinese tourists but I didn’t meet any other English people. My flights were no where near full and mostly consisted of Tunisian nationals and not European tourists.

The local people are a real credit to their nation. They were so happy to have met an English tourist and kept apologising to me personally for the terrible events of last year.

I do sincerely hope the FCO does relax its advice warning against all but essential travel to Tunisia. My trip was wonderful and I would recommend anyone to give it a try and enjoy this marvellous country.

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