Tunisia is a small Arab country in northern Africa. Its geographical location, climate and infrastructure allow Tunisia to become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Millions of tourists from all over the world visit the country every year, enjoying its hospitality, the sea, the sun and great landscapes.
Tunisia - oriental tale with a maritime climate
Full name - Tunis Republic. This state received its name thanks to the name of the city - the capital of Tunisia. The country occupies the smallest area in Africa, washed by the Mediterranean Sea. In the neighborhood is Libya and Algeria. Geographically, it is Tunisia that divides the Mediterranean into Western and Eastern. A third of the entire area is occupied by the Sahara desert. Those who like to travel through the desert are attracted by an excursion program that gives tourists the opportunity to get an unforgettable experience from an extreme vacation.
Tunisia has a rich and ancient history. The Carthaginian empire was exactly on this site, the ruins of the legendary city are constantly visited by archaeologists, tourists and researchers from different countries. Later, the country was influenced by Turkey, and from the 19th century - by France. Until now, this country is called "Africa in French" - one of the few African countries that have a special European charm. The country gained independence only in 1956, the republic was proclaimed in 1957. Arabic is recognized as the official language, and the second official language is French. In tourist cities and resorts they speak English and German, sometimes it can be explained in Russian - the staff will understand and, possibly, answer.
Tunisia has a Mediterranean climate, mild - very favorable for the development and prosperity of tourism. This Arab country is very hospitable, the main income Tunisian economy receives from tourism. Sandy beaches, the gentle sea, the sun almost all year, a developed network of transport and hotels of all levels and ranks constantly attract tourists. Since 1961, income from foreign tourism has steadily increased by 30% per year. Then the pace gradually decreased due to political events in Libya, but later the development and growth of tourism resumed. For Russian citizens staying in the country for a period of less than 90 days, a visa is not required. Currency - Tunisian dinar TND, it can be exchanged for dollars or euros at exchange offices located on or near the hotel. If receipts are preserved, the local currency when leaving the country can be changed back at the airport. You can travel inland or around the city by train, bus or yellow taxi. Paid for a trip on the meter, at night there is a night tariff - it is 50% more expensive than the day one.
When traveling around the country, you should follow the usual caution - keep valuables and money in a safe, do not walk with bare shoulders and in shorts, since Tunisia is a Muslim country. Unfamiliar dishes and fruits should be used with caution, it is better to get bottled water, although the local water is of good enough quality - the indigenous people are proud that they can drink it directly from the tap, it is so clean.
National cuisine is distinguished by the widespread addition of tuna; many spices, oils, seasonings, aromatic herbs are used. The cuisine of Tunisia is a peculiarity of the country and a national highlight, it is distinguished by fresh seafood and rare varieties of fish. Almost every hotel offers not only national cuisine, but also European.
Destinations of tourism
From the point of view of travelers, the most attractive and popular in Tunisia are the excursion program, beach vacations and thalassotherapy. The excursion program provides for a real trip to ancient places - here the Romans, Byzantines, Turks, Spaniards and French left their mark. Each of these peoples in Tunisia had its own cities and settlements with the characteristic features of culture and architecture. Many ancient cities with ruins and ruins simply attract researchers and historians. Especially many tourists come to the country to see the ruins of Carthage, the legendary ancient city. A standard tour includes not only the educational part, but also a trip to the Sahara desert.
A beach holiday is attractive for everyone who wants to relax comfortably from the bustle of cities, enjoy the sun and the sea - the whole country seems to be specially created for a fabulous vacation.
Thalassotherapy is gaining in popularity - modern thalassocenters have been built in Tunisia, which are available in almost all hotels and large entertainment centers. All products needed for treatment by the sea are obtained at special local farms and factories, the freshest seaweed comes from the coast, specially purified sea water is piped directly to treatment rooms and pools, and therapeutic mud is extracted directly from its natural location. Diving classes are also popular - for diving enthusiasts there are all conditions, the sea is clear and clean, each major hotel offers not only equipment, but also training courses and instructor services.
Rest in Tunisia - hotels
All possible hotels in Tunisia are slightly different from hotels in Turkey or Egypt. Basically, their construction took place in the 80-90 years of the last century, when land on the country's coast was relatively inexpensive. Therefore, the adjacent areas are large - 15-20 hectares. Hotels, as elsewhere, vary in stardom - categories from 2 to 5 stars are assigned by the Ministry of Tourism of Tunisia. In order to get stars, a hotel must comply with the necessary requirements - to have a certain number of pools and restaurants, a set of services, room size, etc. It often turns out that the hotel only formally corresponds to the declared star rating, and the service between different categories does not differ much. Tunisia 4 * hotels is much better than a 3 * hotel in Egypt or Turkey, but they are inferior to European hotels of the same category. In addition, it should be borne in mind that all hotels in Tunisia, starting from 3 stars, offer an all inclusive - all inclusive. Travelers who used to be in Egypt or Turkey believe that this means round-the-clock service and free services. In fact, in Tunisia, "all inclusive" provides for the opening hours of restaurants - a certain time for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Alcohol is almost everywhere paid, spa centers and procedures too. If the hotel has its own beach, then umbrellas and sun loungers are included in the price, and towels sometimes have to be paid separately. Or leave a special deposit, which will be returned when leaving the hotel. It is worth considering that in the high season there are a lot of tourists, there are practically no free rooms in hotels, and all the free services will have to wait in line. However, one of the most popular destinations is Tunisia. Hotels, prices for accommodation in the country can be very different, for any tourist and at any income level.
Hotel Location
What pleases visitors to Tunisia - the Bella Vista Hotel (Bella Vista 4 *) is located near the airport, 8 km from the city of Monastir. It has its own sandy beach, belongs to the category of hotels on the first coastline - these are hotels that are no more than 200 meters from the sea. Most suitable for a relaxing family holiday with children, for a romantic getaway or business trip.
The hotel building was built in 1994, overhaul and restoration was carried out in 2004. "Bella Vista" (Tunisia) has its own rather large territory - 18 hectares. The territory is decorated in a park style, a large palm grove gives a shadow and a feeling of coolness and freshness. "Dessole Bella Vista" (Tunisia) is a two-story building, many rooms - 508. Each of them has its own private balcony or terrace. "Bella Vista" 4 * (Tunisia) offers vacationers rooms of the class single, double, twin - these are single and double rooms (standard). There are also 3 suites with several rooms, a jacuzzi, 2 bathrooms - they are designed for a maximum of 8 people. If specifically about the Bella Vista Hotel (Tunisia) - the prices for apartments in this hotel are different, a standard room is much cheaper than a luxury - like everywhere else. The minimum cost of living per day is 60 USD and practically does not differ from prices in other hotels in Tunisia.
Room Service
Room service "Dessole Bella Vista" (Tunisia) includes obligatory daily cleaning, change of bed linen and towels. Each room has a hairdryer, shampoos, shower gel and toothpaste in the bathroom. Telephone and TV with satellite channels, among which there are Russian-speaking - an integral part of the service. In the standard room there is one central air conditioning, in the suites - there are 2-3. There is a minibar in every room, you will need to pay for its contents when leaving if used. It is replenished as the guest uses it.
What kind of entertainment does Tunisia offer?
Hotel "Bella Vista" offers a wide range of entertainment. Animation is provided here, and there are both children and adults. Tourists staying at this hotel note a high class of staff - the guys really try, entertainment is provided for every taste, so that Tunisia will be remembered forever.
Desole Bella Vista has a lot to offer to its guests. There is a disco, two pools - one outdoor and one indoor, water slides. For fans of various sports, volleyball and tennis courts are provided, there is a gym, you can rent a bicycle and take a walk in the surroundings. Engaged in motor and non-motorized water sports. The Bella Vista Hotel (Tunisia) has a hairdresser, spa, sauna, massage and beauty treatments. There is a mini golf course and slot machines for gambling enthusiasts. It is interesting to note that most of the holidaymakers at the Bella Vista Hotel (Tunisia) are Russians or visitors from the CIS countries, the disco is held with a large part of Russian popular music.
Great place to stay with kids
Hotel "Bella Vista" (Tunisia) has everything you need to host families with children. In the room you can order a cot, you can ask for a child seat in any of the local restaurants. There is a special menu for younger guests, a doctor - if necessary, a pool for children is provided in the pool. Animation offers kids an entertainment program, there is a children's and a playroom. Babysitting service is available for a fee.
For children aged 4 to 12 years, there is a special entertainment mini-club. In a word, children at the hotel will not be bored, everything is provided - from games to safety. This is especially important for traveling families. The child will always find something to do - and parents can also relax by devoting time to themselves.
Hotel with the brand "Dessole"
Dessole Bella Vista (Tunisia) is part of the Dessole hotel chain, which was founded in 2010. Before this time, the hotel had a different name - Occidental Grand Monastir, Festival. The Dessole Hotel Chain offers travelers their own proprietary concept, service and architecture. It presents 29 hotels in Egypt, Tunisia, Greece and Vietnam. The level of hotels is quite high, staff are carefully selected and undergo special training. "Dessole Bella Vista", Tunisia - photos of the hotel, restaurant and the surrounding area make it possible to make a good impression on travelers and guests.
The owners of the Dessole hotel chain are trying to do everything possible so that guests and vacationers feel quite comfortable and choose these hotels for relaxation and accommodation in all countries where they are presented.
"Dessole Bella Vista" (Tunisia) - reviews
Throughout its existence, Bella Vista 4 * was visited by many tourists from all over the world. Russian tourists leave mostly positive reviews. Travelers are pleasantly surprised that the hotel is located very close to the airport, and this neighborhood practically does not cause inconvenience. If you close the balcony doors and windows in the room, you can achieve complete soundproofing. The kitchen leaves a good impression - a lot of fruits, fresh seafood and sweets. Tourists say that the staff is a little intrusive, like all Arabs, merchants are harassing goods, service staff begs for a tip. They note the advantages of relaxing with children, which is very convenient for couples. The hotel is clean, the furniture is quite new and comfortable. The balconies offer excellent views of the area.
It should be borne in mind that most vacationers note some insecurity of the sea - there are a lot of jellyfish that can sting and cause inconvenience, the sea is quite shallow, and therefore you can walk to buoys rather than swim. Many people write that it is more pleasant to lie in a sun lounger by the pool, and not on the beach - any garbage is often thrown out of the sea on the beach and the beach can be dirty. In addition, in the high season you just can not find a free sun lounger and umbrella. It should be understood that the hotel is large - up to 1000 people stay there at the same time, and queues can not be avoided - both in restaurants during breakfast, lunch and dinner, and on the beach. There are even queues for clean dishes.
Neighborhood - the city of Monastir. What to see
Hotel "Bella Vista" (Tunisia) is located closest to the resort town of Monastir. The name of the city is translated from Latin as “monastery” - it was received thanks to the many mosques located in the city. Recently, this town was the spiritual and religious capital of Tunisia. The city has many sandy beaches and oriental bazaars - you can buy original items and souvenirs of Arabian culture. Ribat is located in the city center - this is a fortress-monastery, which was built over the years to strengthen the city, the monks lived in it. The construction is an example of Muslim architecture of the Middle Ages. It has many intricate entrances and exits.
Monastir Mosque is one of the city's attractions. They have an ancient history and magnificent architecture. The city has a museum of Islamic culture, a museum of traditional clothing. Such a variety of exhibits is difficult to find in other cities of Tunisia. A sightseeing tour of the city can be booked at the hotel, it includes a walk through the old city and visits to mosques and mausoleums. In the vicinity of the city there are all conditions for diving - the sandy bottom attracts fans to look at the shallow inhabitants of the sea.
What to bring from Tunisia
Most often, tourists bring a “sand rose” - this is almost a national souvenir, which is a petrified crystal formation that looks like a flower. Silver national jewelry and chasing are appreciated. Very high quality local wines, coffee, sweets and olive oil. Local dates are recognized as the best throughout the world. Local carpets are real masterpieces of weaving art, they are made from silk and cashmere. Costly products are best purchased in large stores and supermarkets so as not to buy a fake. It is customary to bargain at bazaars - this is a local custom. Almost everything that is sold to foreigners is sold more expensive several times, at least three. Therefore, bargaining is useful, and the locals greatly respect people who know the art of bargaining. Even if the price has not been reduced the first time, the buyer pretends to leave - and the seller throws off significantly more than he intended at the beginning. When buying hookahs, you need to keep in mind that tourists are often offered a souvenir option that cannot be used for its intended purpose.
Holidays in the Arab countries are always exotic, waiting for an oriental tale and a special touch. Tunisia always lives up to the expectations of guests - the gentle sea, the sun, and excellent hotels or hotels with well-trained staff and a wide variety of services are created as if specially to give pleasure to vacationers.
"Dessole Bella Vista" (Tunisia) is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to comfortably relax from the bustle of the city, soak up the beach, enjoy the sea and devote time to wellness treatments. Here you can have a good rest with children, this trip will remain in the memory of the child and will become one of the most vivid childhood experiences. Tourists traveling in the hunt for new experiences will surely enjoy a trip to the legendary Sahara desert, sea diving and exploring the ruins of the legendary Carthage.
In a word, no matter what the traveler wishes, Bella Vista 4 * (Tunisia) is always ready to serve the tastes of the most demanding customers.