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Tunisia

Tunisia car rentals

Jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie was one of many recent Americans to try to capture the charm of this North African gem. His piece “A Night in Tunisia” boasts exotic, inviting melodies and infectious rhythms, much like the country itself, which is characterized by sunny Mediterranean beaches, olive groves, rich and distinct history and a quickly modernizing capital all somehow moving to a single beat.

Travelers’ favorites

The largest city and seat of the country, Tunis has quickly become an important, tourist-friendly hotspot in the Arab world, complete with thriving markets and an elements of the West mixed into its ancient streets. Just a short drive away via car hire is perhaps the country’s most attraction – beaches. Favorite seaside communities in Tunisia include the lovely Sidi Bou Saïd and the ethnically diverse island of Jerba, which also features great historical attractions. Meanwhile, nature lovers should waste no time heading to Lake Ichkeul, where the gracious pink flamingo can seen in a beautiful marshland alongside buffalo, storks and herons.

Best time to visit

Springtime is widely considered to be the best time to visit Tunisia; this is when temperatures are warm and comfortable and the flowers are in bloom. The country features a Mediterranean climate consisting of dry, hot summers and mild and sometimes grey and rainy winter months. Mid summer can become very crowded due to beach-bound Europeans; be sure to book in advance and compare car hire and hotel options carefully for stays during this period.

Driving in Tunisia

Americans opting for car rental in Tunisia can enjoy right-hand driving rules, although conditions can be quite hazardous and locals by-and-large choose to ignore traffic regulations, so proceed with caution.