Friday, July 12, 2024 Nestled in North Africa, Tunisia shines as a tourist destination with its appealing mix of attractions. The country’s Mediterranean shores, like Hammamet and Djerba, are ideal for sunbathing and engaging in water sports. Globetrotters are often captivated by Tunisia’s rich past, showcased in the ancient Roman ruins at Carthage and the meticulously maintained El Djem amphitheater.
In the bustling capital city of Tunis, modernity merges with tradition in the lively medina and the grand Bardo Museum. For business tourists easy visa free policy has helped surge tourism. Economically, Tunisia is projected to see modest GDP growth of 2.
1% in 2024 and 2.9% in 2025, with inflation expected to decrease from 7.1% in 2024 to 6.
7% in 2025 as global pressures recede. The growth rate dipped to 0.4% in 2023, impacted by a drought that affected agriculture and reduced domestic demand.
Inflation escalated to 9.3% in 2023, driven by rising commodity prices. Globally, Tunisia holds the 101st position out of 193 countries on the 2022 Human Development Index and ranks 5th among 54 African nations.
The tourism sector in Tunisia saw a robust recovery in 2023, welcoming 8.8 million visitors, a 49.3% increase from the previous year, and is on track to surpass the record set in 2019.
In 2023, over thirty thousand adventurous American tourists discovered Tunisia’s captivating allure. Visitor arrivals reached 438,079 in March 2024 , a slight decrease from 528,551 the previous.