Turquoise seas, balmy weather, softly biting pistachio gelato as you explore a cobbled town dating back to immemorial: there’s nothing quite like a Mediterranean summer. The only downside? Every single popular ‘Med’ country is battling an overwhelming surge in tourism right now, from Spain, where overtourism protests are erupting, to Italy, where Venice, Portofino and …
The Mediterranean is the go-destination for Americans crossing the pond this summer, not only due to the balmy temperatures and the turquoise seas, but also the cultural wealth it boasts. It is home to some of the world’s most historically-charged nations, from Spain to France to Italy to Greece. A little-known fact among some U.S. …
When we think about the Mediterranean we tend to think about traditional destinations like Italy and Spain. But the Mediterranean Sea is surrounded by 22 countries across three continents. You’ll find African, Asian, and European countries on this list. One North African country with a Mediterranean coastline is Tunisia—a beautiful country with a …
With fall quickly approaching and the likes of North America and Northern Europe getting colder and colder, travelers are beginning to turn their focus to sunnier destinations where temperatures will take longer to drop. Understandably, many of them will be flocking to the Mediterranean. The ancient sea, which borders not one but three continents, stays …
The Mediterranean is the trendiest place to be this summer now that every country that has a coastline straddling the basin has lifted all travel restrictions. From Europe’s Southern swimming spots, which extend from Spain’s Westernmost Costa del Sol to Greece’s Easternmost islands, down to the Aegean coast of Türkiye and Western Asia, and finally, …
The Mediterranean is one of the most sought-after vacation spots out there. With its host of ancient civilizations, distinct cultures, and of course, gorgeous sandy beaches bounded by turquoise-colored waters, it draws in tens of millions of visitors every year, but it is getting cripplingly expensive. As those who have been to Southern Europe following …
With its year-round warm weather, ample selection of monumental sights, paradisaical beaches, and rich culture, it should come as no surprise Tunisia’s popularity is rising dramatically in the post-pandemic scene. In fact, recent data show it is officially one of the most sought-after Mediterranean destinations for 2023. Often overlooked in a region where Italy, Spain, …
Nearly three years after it first shut its borders due to the pandemic, the beautiful Mediterranean country of Tunisia has dropped all travel requirements, allowing for normal tourism to resume. From this week, Americans, as well as any other foreigners on a short-term visit, will no longer be subject to health checks prior to or …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States recently updated its Travel Notice page and moved four countries in its COVID-19 Travel Recommendations section. All countries were previously in “Level 2: COVID-19 Moderate”, but due to increasing cases in these locations, the agency is now considering these destinations as high risk. …
Besides the usual bureaucracy involved with traveling abroad, such as checking passport validity and visa requirements, vacationing during Covid comes with its own set of challenges. From strict testing regimes to proof of vaccination status, travelers have had to comply with extremely complex rules when visiting other countries. Fortunately, now that the global community is …
Three more countries across three different continents have each recently relaxed their entry requirements, making it easier for travelers to be able to visit and adding to the rapidly expanding list of countries to cut their overall restrictions. Tunisia, Jordan and Cyprus have each removed their Covid-19 testing requirements for tourists, streamlining the entry process …
Tunisia first reopened its borders for tourism in June but has changed entry requirements many times since. In February 2022, Tunisia simplified its entry rules, which we cover in detail below. While many Europeans are familiar with holidaying in Tunisia, as it’s only a 2-hour direct flight away, the destination is just recently gaining popularity …