Golfing Region Tunisia

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Golf vacation in Tunisia

Tunisia, the head of North Africa

Tunisia is not only a particularly diverse part of North Africa in terms of landscape, it can also look back on an extensive cultural history shaped by many different peoples, which has culminated in an impressive cultural heritage, some of which has been recognized by UNESCO. Dream cities on the Mediterranean, lushly wooded mountain ranges, barren steppes and sandy desert areas of the Sahara have not only been discovered by generations of holidaymakers, but Berbers, Phoenicians, Byzantines, Romans and Moors have also taken a liking to the landscape of the North African state, settled here and ultimately shaped Tunisian culture.

Golf courses in Tunisia

Challenging and scenic courses with year-round sunshine have been convincing more and more golfers to spend their next vacation in the up-and-coming golf destination of Tunisia for several years now. Whether on the Mediterranean coast with magnificent sea views, in the midst of Mediterranean deciduous forest, surrounded by palm trees or on the edge of the world's largest desert, golf in Tunisia can be played anywhere in a uniquely beautiful landscape. The ten high-quality and varied golf courses throughout the country have different levels of difficulty, so that both amateurs and professionals will find suitable playing conditions. The "Golf Citrus" and "El Kantaoui Golf Course" resorts each have two 18-hole courses, while the "Golf Residence" complex in Tunis only has one golf course, but is one of the most beautiful courses in the entire Mediterranean region. All of the courses are equipped with clubhouses, leisure facilities and restaurants and are located in the immediate vicinity of the spacious hotel complexes of tourist strongholds.

Tunisia's great cultural wealth

The country between the Mediterranean and the Sahara has a variety of landscapes. In the north of the country, along the rugged coast, there are numerous beautiful and sandy Mediterranean beaches, while in the south the first barren foothills of the Sahara begin, along with wondrous oases. Between the two extremes, the steppe landscape and the Dorsale mountains with their Mediterranean deciduous and scrub forest of hard-leaved oaks and Aleppo pines provide a scenic balance. In addition to the usual beach vacation on the Mediterranean beaches, holidaymakers can also hike through the mountainous landscape of the Dorsale or drive through the desert on a quad bike.

The journey through 3000 years of cultural history, on the other hand, will fascinate historians and culture lovers in particular. After the Berbers, Phoenicians, Arabs, Romans and Moors colonized the North African country. The traces of these peoples, each with their own forms of art, architecture or writing, are still visible today in the form of monuments and buildings in places such as ancient Carthage, the historic old towns of Tunis and Sousse, the city of Kairouan, the Colosseum of El Jem or the synagogue of El Ghriba or as works of art in the national, folklore or archaeological museums.

The best time to travel to Tunisia for golf trips

12 months golfing in Tunisia

Tunisia is a year-round vacation destination thanks to its warm subtropical climate. Summers in Tunisia are very warm to hot and there is remarkably little rainfall. Temperatures of around 40°C are not uncommon between July and September in the interior and on the edge of the desert, while the Mediterranean coast in the north of the country is milder due to the constant wind. Tunisian winters are mild and by no means cold, averaging 13°C, but very rainy, with the north in particular experiencing heavy rainfall in winter. Water temperatures of 24 and 26°C and high temperatures during the high season attract mainly bathing tourists to Tunisia. The ideal travel times for golfers and active vacationers are spring and late summer/early autumn. Temperatures below 30°C and hardly any rainfall are excellent conditions for a sporty golf vacation or an extended trip through Tunisia.

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Languages

The national language in Tunisia is Arabic, but due to its proximity to mainland Europe and its long colonial history, most Tunisians are fluent in French. However, English in particular, but also German, Spanish and Italian are widely spoken, especially in the tourist resorts.

Currency

The official currency of the country is the Tunisian dinar. Money can be exchanged not only in the usual exchange offices, but larger hotels and banks also offer currency exchange facilities. On the other hand, ATMs are also widely available in Tunisia, but high fees are charged when withdrawing Tunisian dinars. It is easier to pay with major international credit cards, which are accepted in most restaurants, hotels and tourist facilities. Overall, Tunisia is an inexpensive country for vacationers; additional costs such as museum entrance fees or food prices are low.

Mobile phone network

When roaming, it is worth choosing the cheapest cell phone network in order to save unnecessary costs. With a prepaid card from the host country, you can also avoid the costs for incoming calls, and the mailbox should remain switched off for cost reasons. If you prefer to use the landline network, it is much cheaper to call home from the cab phone stores than from your hotel.

Be careful when taking photos in Tunisia!

It is not permitted to take photographs of local people without their personal permission. Skimpy clothing and swimwear belong on the beach, but when strolling through the city, visiting religious sites or staying in a hotel, vacationers should dress appropriately and not be too revealing. Tunisia is safe for women, but they should not be alone on the beach or in the medina at night.

Vaccination and entry to Tunisia

Hepatitis A is recommended as a travel vaccination, as well as hepatitis B and rabies for long-term stays. To prevent frequent cases of diarrhea, holidaymakers should avoid unpeeled fruit, fresh salad and vegetables and never drink the heavily chlorinated tap water.

You do not need a visa to enter Tunisia, but for a longer stay of up to three months, adults should have a valid passport and children a child ID card, whereas an identity card is sufficient for package tours. If the three-month stay is exceeded, a penalty fee of 20,-TD per week is charged, which must be paid on departure (using tokens), otherwise departure will not be permitted.