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Sometimes praised as the 'Saint-Tropez' of Tunisia , holidays to Hammamet are the perfect choice for a relaxing and memorable Mediterranean getaway. A picturesque resort - free from mass high-rise buildings - Hammamet is surrounded by lush countryside and home to breathktaking beaches, winding charismatic medina streets and a wealth of things to do for all ages.

With long, broad stretches of glorious ivory sands, transparent azure-tinged Mediterranean waters, palm-lined promenades and plenty of bars, restaurants and sun beds, a beach holiday to Hammamet may be just what the doctor ordered. You'll find beautiful beaches both north and south of the town, all of which are clean and shallow, therefore ideal for families with young kids.

There are plenty of fun water sports to try out including windsurfing, jet skiing, waterskiing, scuba diving, kayaking and more. If you're on a family break in Hammamet, all ages will love the Flipper Aquapark and the nearby Carthage Land theme park. Alternatively you could enjoy a glass-bottomed boat trip or go dolphin spotting.

For a spot of culture on your holiday to Hammamet, it is recommended that you wander around the atmospheric cobbled streets of the medina, stopping occasionally to buy a souvenir from a colourful market stall or to try the catch of the day at a local seafood restaurant. The 12th century Kasbah is also well worth checking out. Nearby Sousse is home to a Unesco World Heritage-listed medina.

The modern town is a world away from the medina, with wide tree-lined boulevards, boutiques, jewellers, eclectic restaurants, ice cream parlours, pretty cafés and lively bars and nightclubs. Hammamet is Arabic for bath and you'll find a several luxurious spa centres in town offering a wide selection of revitalising treatments and therapies.

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