Festive family fun in the sun

Bring the family together and enjoy a festive summer holiday in the Sahara. A weakening pound doesn’t mean your family has to make do with a dry sandwich and a luke warm cup of tea at the local garden fete. Dream big - jet off to Tunisia and enjoy an extravaganza of events celebrating music, dance and the magical history of this beautiful destination.

Only a two and a half hour flight from London, Tunisia offers families a Mediterranean holiday with a difference. With the Dinar currently ringing in at 2.3 to the UK pound, you’ll get a lot more for your money in the hotels, bazaars and bars of Tunisia.

Tunisia is famed for its festivals and has produced another sizzling line-up for this year. Throughout the summer this jewel of the Mediterranean comes alive, from the festival of Ulysees in July to the Mermaid Festival in August, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

The summer festive season begins in July with the Festival of Ulysses in Djerba. This annual festival is perfect for the whole family. Celebrating Ulysses’ arrival on Djerba as well as traditional Tunisian culture, sporting contests, sailing events and children’s activities, this is an event not to be missed.

In Tabarka, July sees a celebration of song with the annual music festival. The city hosts numerous events throughout the month including the world renowned Tabarka Jazz Festival, the folk and world music festivals and the increasingly popular RAI music festival.

From music to history, the International Festival of Bizerte celebrates music and food in addition to a programme of demonstrations educating visitors about the rich heritage of this enchanting city.

The magnificent Coliseum of El Jem is home to classical musicians from around the world in July when they gather to perform in this magical venue. Dougga’s Roman Amphitheatre has been hosting musical events for two thousand years and the next will be the Dougga International Festival - a wonderful collection of classical music and theatre.

Celebrating its 44th anniversary this year, Carthage International and its sister festivals Hammamet International Festival offer the opportunity for guests to embrace music, theatre and dance provided by local artists in addition to international performers.

The final festival of the summer, the Mermaid Festival in Kerkennah is a favourite with local and guest brides-to be celebrating a series of events associated with the traditional wedding service.

For more information visit Cometotunisia.co.uk.