Follow Zay's guide on her travels through Tunisia, exploring its breathtaking landscapes, ancient ruins, and vibrant culture. From wandering the bustling medinas to finding hidden oases in the desert - sharing the real, unfiltered experience of this amazing country. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Mountain oasis near the Algerian border with two waterfalls, palm-shaded pools and the ruins of an old Berber village. It's what I always pictured an oasis to be. Hike to the viewpoint, try fresh palm juice, and look out for traditional mutabbaq flatbread made by a local woman. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayClifftop village of blue-and-white houses overlooking the Mediterranean. Felt more like Santorini than Santorini. Join the queue for bambalouni, a hot Tunisian doughnut that was as light as a cloud, then head to a rooftop for sunset. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayDesert film set near Tozeur where Star Wars was shot, reached along a road built specially for the film. I hadn't even seen Star Wars but enjoyed the otherworldly landscape, and nearby canyon walks. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayNorth Africa's largest salt lake: a vast, otherworldly white flat in southern Tunisia. I reached it on a group road trip from Tunis that left at 4am, and camped nearby in simple huts (bring layers, as there's no heating). (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayRuins of the once-powerful Phoenician and Roman city, including temples and the Antonine Baths, with views over the Mediterranean. One 12-dinar ticket covers nine sections. The sites close at 5pm, so start early, so I only made it to two.
Picked by ZaySeaside suburb of Tunis with a beachfront lined with cafés and restaurants. I loved the energy even in winter, with people relaxing by the water. The sea is cold out of season, but the weather was pleasant. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayUNESCO-listed old city that I explored with a local guide. The Zitouna Mosque (the medina's largest), centuries-old cafés, a 200-year-old family leather-shoe workshop, hand-painted old palaces and a rooftop café with 360° views. Try lablabi, a spicy chickpea soup over bread, plus Tunis biscuit bread and grilled chicken. Tunisian food is spicy. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayOver 1,300 years old and one of the oldest mosques in the world, often described as the fourth holiest site in Islam. I took an easy hour-long bus from Sousse that drops you in the medina, then got happily lost in its maze. A rooftop opposite the mosque gives a great view from above. Dress modestly. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZayUNESCO-listed old town with lively streets and markets. Stopped for sweet mint tea with pine nuts at a 160-year-old family-run café, and loved a Tunisian chapati filled with tuna, cheese and egg. I met lots of locals and other travellers here, which made a big difference travelling solo. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by Zay8th-century fortress in Sousse's medina. Climb the tower for stunning views over the coastline. Entry was 8 dinars (about £2) when I visited (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by ZaySmall museum a short walk from the amphitheatre, with stunning Roman mosaics and an outdoor area of ancient ruins. (via Zay Explores vlog)
Picked by Zay3rd-century Roman amphitheatre that once held 35,000 spectators, and a UNESCO site. It's better preserved than the Colosseum in Rome in my opinion. You can still climb the stairs and explore the underground tunnels. It was a backdrop for Gladiator. The El Jem Museum, with Roman mosaics, is a short walk away. (via Zay Explores vlog)
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