AGP Executive Report

More Tunisia Flights: Jet2 is adding 32,000 seats to its Tunisia programme from five UK airports, extending flights to Enfidha-Hammamet into winter 2027 and restarting in February 2028. The expansion follows strong demand, as operators forecast growing interest in North Africa for 2027. Airport Update: Tunisair flights at Jeddah have moved from the North Terminal to Terminal 4 and the Hajj and Umrah terminals; passengers should check their departure details before travelling. Getting Around: A new afternoon bus links Tamaghza with Tozeur, restoring service after years without afternoon transport, though residents are seeking a year-round route. Tourism Demand: Tunisia’s tourism revenue and diaspora remittances are nearing 14 billion dinars, while more than 2.25 million Algerians had visited by September 10. The thermal destination of El Hamma is also reported to attract three million visitors a year.

Air Links: Jet2 has extended its new East Midlands–Enfidha service beyond summer 2027, with flights now running to late November and resuming in February 2028 after strong demand. Across five UK airports, the operator is adding 32,000 seats to its Tunisia programme, including winter flights to coastal resorts. Getting Around: A new afternoon bus route connects Tozeur with Tamaghza, restoring service after years without regular afternoon transport; residents are calling for a year-round bus. Tourism Demand: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, while tourism revenue and diaspora remittances together are approaching 14 billion dinars. Tunis Update: Thousands marched along Habib Bourguiba Avenue against President Kais Saied on Saturday, and nearby road closures may affect visitors moving through central Tunis.

Winter Connections: Jet2 is adding 32,000 seats to Tunisia’s winter 2027–28 programme from five UK airports, extending flights to Enfidha-Hammamet into late November and restarting in February. The expansion follows strong early demand and brings more off-season options for resorts including Hammamet, Sousse and Mahdia. Family Holidays: TUI’s Summer 2028 offer includes Tunisia among 16 destinations with free child places, covering selected flights, accommodation and transfers. Market Outlook: EasyJet Holidays says North Africa is gaining popularity for 2027 as operators seek value and rethink capacity in Spain. Visitor Numbers: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, while tourism receipts and diaspora remittances together are nearing TND14 billion.

More Winter Flights: Jet2 is adding 32,000 seats to Tunisia holidays from five UK airports, extending its new programme into late November 2027 and restarting in February 2028. The move follows strong early bookings and gives travellers more options beyond peak summer. Rising Demand: Tour operators see North Africa gaining ground as Spain’s capacity growth slows, with Tunisia among the value destinations drawing holidaymakers. More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, while tourism revenue and diaspora remittances are nearing 14 billion dinars. New Tourism Offer: The Carthage Event Show, running October 23 to November 2, will bring hot-air balloons, paramotors and aircraft to Tunisia. Hotel Federation president Dora Milad says aviation tourism could showcase the country’s heritage, support accommodation businesses and attract visitors outside the traditional season.

More Tunisia Flights: Jet2 is adding 32,000 seats to its Tunisia programme, extending flights from five UK airports into late November 2027 and restarting in February 2028. The expanded schedule includes popular resorts such as Hammamet, Sousse and Mahdia. Tourism Beyond Summer: Hotel Federation president Dora Milad says aviation tourism can bring visitors to more regions and support jobs outside peak season. A hot-air balloon and light-aircraft gathering is planned for October 23 to November 2. Visitor Growth: Tourism revenue and diaspora remittances are nearing 14 billion dinars combined, while more than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10. Travel Experiences: El Hamma draws an estimated three million visitors a year for thermal treatments. Separately, an MP has criticized Tunis-Carthage Airport taxi fares reportedly reaching 100 dinars per passenger.

More Jet2 Flights: Strong early demand has prompted Jet2 to add 32,000 seats to Tunisia, extending flights from five UK airports into late 2027 and resuming in February 2028. The longer season gives travellers more options around school holidays, with resorts including Hammamet, Sousse and Mahdia. Aviation Tourism: Tunisian Hotel Federation president Dora Milad says aviation tourism could attract new visitors and support hotels beyond the traditional season. The Carthage Event Show, featuring hot-air balloons and light aircraft, is scheduled for October 23 to November 2. Tourism Revenue: Tunisia earned 6.68 billion dinars from tourism by October 10, up 4.1% year-on-year. Combined with diaspora remittances, the total reached 13.85 billion dinars. Visitor Demand: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, underlining the importance of the neighbouring market. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans five more hotels in Tunisia, adding to expectations of continued investment in the country’s accommodation sector.

Airport Transfers: An MP has urged tighter controls at Tunis-Carthage Airport after reporting that some drivers demand 70–100 dinars per passenger and refuse to use meters, raising concerns for visitors arriving in Tunisia. Tourism Revenue: Tourism receipts reached 6.68 billion dinars by October 10, up 4.1% year on year; combined with diaspora remittances, inflows totaled 13.85 billion dinars. Algerian Visitors: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, with 94% entering by land, underscoring the importance of cross-border travel. Hotels and Wellness: Meliá plans five more hotels in Tunisia, while El Hamma draws around three million visitors a year for thermal treatments. Culture and Heritage: A travel feature on Djerba highlights the island’s intertwined Muslim, Jewish, Christian and Amazigh heritage, from Houmt Souk’s historic churches to its distinctive streets and architecture.

Tourism Revenue: Tunisia’s tourism receipts reached 6.68 billion dinars by October 10, up 4.1% year on year. Combined with diaspora remittances, foreign-currency inflows approached 13.85 billion dinars. Airport Transfers: MP Awatef Chniti says some drivers at Tunis-Carthage Airport refuse to use meters and demand 70–100 dinars per passenger; she is urging stronger oversight to protect visitors. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans five more hotels in Tunisia, adding to its investment in the country’s tourism sector. Algerian Visitors: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10, most entering through land crossings; Tunisia welcomed over four million Algerian visitors in 2025. Thermal Tourism: El Hamma draws about three million visitors a year for its thermal treatments, highlighting the appeal of Tunisia’s wellness destinations.

Airport Transfers: An MP says some drivers at Tunis-Carthage Airport are demanding 70–100 dinars per passenger instead of using meters, calling for tighter controls to protect arriving visitors. Visitor Numbers: More than 2.25 million Algerians had visited Tunisia by September 10; 94% entered by land, underscoring the importance of cross-border tourism. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans five more hotels in Tunisia, a sign of continued interest in expanding the country’s accommodation offer. Wellness Tourism: El Hamma draws around three million visitors a year for thermal treatments, highlighting the appeal of Tunisia’s spa destinations. Culture and Heritage: A visitor’s account of Djerba describes its layered Muslim, Jewish, Christian and Amazigh heritage as part of the island’s everyday appeal. Guest Experience: A British family alleges unsafe conditions and poor hygiene at a Tunisian hotel, including contamination in its pool; their booking provider offered a partial refund.

Airport Transfers: MP Awatef Chniti says some Tunis-Carthage taxi drivers are demanding 70–100 dinars per passenger, instead of meter fares she estimates at 10–20 dinars. She is calling for stronger controls to protect arriving visitors. Cross-Border Tourism: Tunisia had welcomed more than 2.25 million Algerian visitors by September 10; over four million came in 2025, most crossing by land. Visitor Safety: A British family’s account of alleged poor hygiene and safety problems at a Tunisian hotel has renewed scrutiny of holiday standards. The family says its five-year-old needed antibiotics; its booking provider offered a partial refund. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans to open five more hotels in Tunisia, signalling continued interest in the country’s tourism market. Thermal Tourism: El Hamma’s baths draw nearly three million visitors a year, and officials are advancing plans for a spa city and new treatment facilities. Culture: Carthage Music Days has returned after a nearly two-year break, with Tunisian performers drawing a packed audience to the capital’s opera house.

Cultural Journeys: A visitor to Djerba found layers of Roman, Islamic, Amazigh and Jewish heritage woven into everyday life, after arriving on a seasonal Nouvelair flight from Belgrade. Holiday Watch: A British family alleges unsafe, dirty conditions at a Sousse hotel, including faeces in the pool; holiday company On The Beach offered a partial refund of about £496. Arts & Events: Carthage Music Days has returned after a nearly two-year break, drawing crowds for Tunisian rap, metal and traditional sounds. Wellness Tourism: El Hamma’s thermal baths attract nearly 3 million visitors a year, with plans for new and revived spa facilities. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans to add five hotels in Tunisia, signalling further expansion in the country’s hospitality sector.

Hotel Safety: A British family says their £4,000 stay at a Sousse hotel was marred by unsafe room conditions, undercooked food and faeces in the pool. Holiday provider On The Beach offered a £496 partial refund; the complaints have not been independently confirmed. Thermal Tourism: El Hamma’s mineral-water baths draw nearly three million visitors a year, officials say. Plans include a thermal spa city in El Khbayet, a treatment centre in Métouia and reviving Aïn Zarat baths. Arts and Events: Carthage Music Days has returned after a nearly two-year pause, drawing a young crowd to performances by Tunisian artists, including rapper VIPA and band Saharage. Cruise Connections: Fred. Olsen’s 19-night North Africa and Malta cruise, departing Liverpool in February 2027, includes a stop at La Goulette. Hotel Investment: Meliá Hotels plans five more properties in Tunisia, aiming for 3,000 rooms in the country by 2030 through a partnership with Management Hospitality Group.

Cultural Tourism: Carthage’s music festival returned after a nearly two-year break, drawing a young crowd for performances by Tunisian artists, including rapper VIPA and metal band Saharage. Thermal Tourism: El Hamma’s mineral-water baths attract nearly 3 million visitors a year. Plans include a new thermal spa city, a treatment centre in Métouia and efforts to revive Aïn Zarat bath. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans to add five hotels in Tunisia and reach 3,000 rooms by 2030, expanding from its current five properties. Cruises: A 19-night North Africa and Malta voyage from Liverpool in February 2027 will include a stop at La Goulette.

Thermal Tourism: El Hamma’s baths draw nearly 3 million visitors a year for mineral-water treatments, and plans are advancing for a thermal tourism city, treatment centre and restored spring. Culture: Carthage Music Days has returned after a nearly two-year break, bringing local performers and young audiences back to Tunis’s cultural scene. Hotel Investment: Meliá plans five more Tunisian hotels and aims to reach 3,000 rooms in the country by 2030. Cruise Travel: Fred. Olsen’s 19-night North Africa and Malta cruise, departing Liverpool on February 1, 2027, includes a stop at La Goulette. Eclipse Tourism: Tunisia lies along the path of the August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse, offering a chance to draw visitors planning viewing trips. Tourism Revenue: Tunisia’s combined tourism revenues and remittances reached TND 13.2 billion by the end of September.

Cruise Links: Fred. Olsen’s 19-night North Africa and Malta cruise, departing Liverpool on February 1, 2027, includes a stop at La Goulette, offering visitors a gateway to Tunis. Eclipse Tourism: Tunisia lies along the path of the August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse, giving travellers another reason to plan ahead for the event. Hotel Expansion: Meliá Hotels plans to add five properties in Tunisia and grow its portfolio to 3,000 rooms by 2030, expanding on its five existing hotels. Djerba Travel Alert: The US Embassy advised Americans to avoid Djerba on or around October 7 amid heightened security concerns; the date has passed, but travellers should check current guidance before visiting.

2027 Eclipse Tourism: Tunisia lies along the path of the Aug. 2, 2027 total solar eclipse, which will cross North Africa after passing southern Spain and Morocco. The event could draw eclipse-watchers to the country as they seek alternatives to crowded viewing spots in Egypt. Hotel Expansion: Meliá Hotels plans to add five properties in Tunisia through a partnership with Management Hospitality Group, aiming for 3,000 rooms in the country by 2030. The group currently operates five Tunisian hotels. Djerba Travel Advice: The US Embassy urged Americans to avoid Djerba on or around Oct. 7 amid heightened security concerns. The date has passed, so visitors should check current official guidance before travelling. Value for Visitors: Tunisia topped a Jet2 survey of holiday destinations for beer prices, with a half-litre averaging £1.27. The report also highlighted the country’s beaches, resorts and cultural heritage.