Tunisia open to visitors again

7th February 2011

It has been a period of change in the Middle East but there is one good news story and that is the UK Government has amended its travel advice for Tunisia, following the country's recent political unrest.

The uprising in Tunisia saw President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali removed after 23 years in power. But the FCO website now states the overall level of advice has changed and "we no longer advise against all but essential travel to Tunisia".

UK Minister Alistair Burt said: "Last month's events in Tunisia were watched around the world. There is now a new government which is broad-based and has signaled its intention to deliver political reform and a path of reform to what we hope will be free and fair elections.This progress, marked by its commitment to sign important human rights agreements, appears to have public acceptance".

"A tourist industry is vital to Tunisia's economy and future. We hope this change in the advice enables people to see the country in a new light and we look forward to being engaged in assisting its political, social and economic development."

Exodus' Operations Director, Mike James says: "We have been operating adventure holidays in Tunisia for many years now and it's great to see the country back on the map again, after the political turmoil in the region over the last few weeks. We have been in constant contact with our Tunisian partners over the past month and they are very keen for visitors to return, and will be assured a warmer welcome than ever!"

We are pleased that Tunisia is open to visitors again and the timing couldn't be better as The Lonely Planet Magazine recently sent a journalist and photographer on an Exodus trip and the results have been published in the current magazine. Read it here: Lonely Planet

If you would like to travel to Tunisia, then see our adult trips (also listed below) or an adventure for the family.