You will see many Tunisians wearing traditional dress as well as many wearing western dress and up-to-date fashion clothing. When traveling to more traditional areas and holy sites, modest dress is recommended such as covering the shoulders for women and knee-length pants or dresses.
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How should you dress in Tunisia?
During the day it’s hot, so our advice is to pack lightweight, loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics such as linen, silk, bamboo and cotton that will keep you cool and are easy to wash and dry. Wear plenty of sunscreen (we love the Riemann P20 range for 10 hour protection), sunglasses and a sunhat.
Can girls wear shorts in Tunisia?
Can you wear shorts in Tunisia? Definitely! In Tunisia, both women and men can wear shorts. In popular tourist areas, you can wear even mini shorts.
Do I need to cover up in Tunisia?
Re: cover up? No you dont have to cover up, as they accept westerners and what they wear. Just use a bit of common sense. IE no bikini top our bottoms around town etc.
What is forbidden in Tunisian culture?
Public displays of affection. Even in the less conservative north, Tunisian law applies to personal relationships. Like many Muslim countries, homosexuality is illegal. Public displays of affection between same-sex couples and talking publicly about homosexuality are taboo.
What should female tourists wear in Tunisia?
You will see many Tunisians wearing traditional dress as well as many wearing western dress and up-to-date fashion clothing. When traveling to more traditional areas and holy sites, modest dress is recommended such as covering the shoulders for women and knee-length pants or dresses.
What plug adapter do I need for Tunisia?
For Tunisia there are two associated plug types, types C and E. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins and plug type E is the plug which has two round pins and a hole for the socket’s male earthing pin. Tunisia operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
What is the dress code of the Middle East?
In many places in the Middle East, especially cities, neither Western women nor local women cover up by law, but many local women wear abayas and/or hijabs (the head covering) and some wear veils, too. Westerners are advised to dress modestly to respect the local culture.
Do you tip in Tunis?
A regular tip for a waiter in Tunisia is 12%. If service is simply acceptable, tip 10%. Good service is usually tipped at 15% and above.
What clothes to take to Tunisia in January?
January in Tunisia can be rather chilly especially at night, so jeans long sleeve tops and not forgetting a jacket, if one is feeling brave do pack swim wear.
Do you get mosquitoes in Tunisia?
The mosquito Aedes albopictus was detected for the first time in Tunisia in 2018. With its establishment in the capital city of Tunis, local health authorities fear the introduction of new human arboviral diseases, like what happened in Europe with unexpected local cases of chikungunya, dengue and Zika.
Is alcohol allowed in Tunisia?
Alcohol is legal to purchase and consume in Tunisia. Naturally, there are some critical caveats to bear in mind. Certainly not on Fridays. Just as the United States has “Blue Laws” or “Sunday Laws” that prohibit alcohol sales on Sundays, Fridays are prohibited in Tunisia.
How much spending money do I need for Tunisia?
If you are travelling alone to Tunisia, 55 USD a day should be enough. If you choose a hotel for your stay in Tunisia, the price will rise to 47 USD. A couple will have to pay around 85 USD for one day in Tunisia. A family with two children should have 140 USD for one day stay in Tunisia.
How do you say hello in Tunisia?
The Tunisian word for “Hi” or “Hello” is Aslema. While there are many other greetings in French or more formal Arabic, Aslema is a greeting unique to Tunisian Arabic, and it is the most common greeting that Tunisians share with each other.
Are Tunisians friendly?
Tunisian people are friendly and kind. They don’t hesitate to offer advice or help everywhere you go. You never see then being in a rush – there always seems to be enough time for everything The official language is Arabic, but most of locals are bilingual in Arabic and French.
How do Tunisians greet each other?
Greetings are important in Tunisia and should not be neglected. Friends and family members often greet each other by “kissing the air” while brushing cheeks. Among strangers, both men and women, a handshake is the most common form of greeting.
Can you go to Tunisia unmarried?
We are not Married either but have been twice to Tunisia and have had NO problem. Thanks that’s good to know. That is for Tunisian nationals – as a tourist (assuming neither of you are Tunisian) it wont be an issue.
Is Hammamet safe?
Hammamet, one of the first tourist locations in Tunisia, is considered one of the safer parts of the country. Despite the terrorist attack in Sousse in 2015, this is also deemed one of the safer parts, as security has been increased ever since.
Will my phone work in Tunisia?
Every mobile ive had worked perfectly in Tunisia, including my iphone for the last 2 trips. My iphone is an A1303. I dont bother with buying Tunisian sim cards, i just turn my data roaming off, connect to local wifi.
Is Tunisia in EU?
In 1995 Tunisia became the first Mediterranean country to sign an Association Agreement with the EU. European development and financial assistance to Tunisia have increased since the transition began, with the bloc providing €2.4 billion in grants and macro-financial assistance between 2011 and 2017.
What does a type E plug look like?
The Type E plug has two round pins (diameter 4.8mm, centers spaced 19mm apart) and a hole for the earth pin. The Type E plug is round, and the Type E socket has a round recess. Note: The CEE 7/7 plug can be used with both Type E and Type F sockets.