Tunisia Draws More Russian and International Tourists
The interest of Russian tourists towards Tunisia is constantly growing. In 2000 this African country was visited by 21 thousand citizens of Russia. 2006 saw an increase to 110 thousands. In the past year Tunisia received 140 thousand Russians, and the total volume of tourist traffic into this country equaled 6.6 million. Taking into account the yearly increase by 25%, in 2008 Tunisia expects 170 thousand tourists from Russia. The increase in tourist traffic is accounted for by straight voyages to Dzherba island and the planned year-round voyage from Moscow to Tunisia, which is being negotiated at the moment. The excursion trips generate 80% tourist traffic from Russa. Tunisia is also known as a Mecca of thalassotherapy with 43 specialized centers. (more…)
