Hey Travel Gurus!
Being the first US born member of my family, I have a strong
connection with the birthplace of my parents and the location of my ancestral
lineage. For me that's the wonderfully tiny North African country of Tunisia.
The beauty of the culture and the landscape reflects in the fashion choices of
people there and I'm here to tell you how to dress, should you ever find
yourself in the gorgeous Mediterranean country.
Tunisia's climate is fairly platonic meaning that you don't need
to worry too much about dressing for crazy weather. Winter however can be a
little chilly and rainy, but that is about the extent of weather change you
would experience there. The citizens of Tunisia are very eclectic due to the
vastly different fashion choices prevalent in each city. No matter where you
are in the country however, the one common variable in dress code is bright
colors, comfortable clothing and light materials. Flowy dresses and shorts are
very popular for ladies while simple shorts and bro tanks are usually worn by the
guys. There are also distinct traditional clothing items that you can find
spattered among the street scene although those are usually worn by elderly
natives. Be sure though if you plan on buying anything from the markets, that the
quality is worth the price, as vendors can sometimes paly up the price, so don’t
be afraid to bargain. Shopping in the clothing or even food markets can be a
great experience so don’t miss out on it. The downtown area also usually has many
store chains you can find in the US and store chains unique to Tunisia. Try to
explore as much as you can!
An additional tip about Tunisia is be prepared for the
friendliness there! Hospitality is a very important custom and social
interactions are centered on the idea of treating their guest, and in this
situation, you're the guest! Make sure to welcome this custom as much as you
can as it is easy to come off as rude or arrogant if you refuse their services.
As well as the beautiful people, try and enjoy the beautiful
scenery. Each city is like its own country in that they each specializes in its
own industry and has it own unique and flourishing culture.
All in all make sure to dress in what suits you, what makes you
comfortable and what makes you happy to help you enjoy your trip. Thanks for
reading!
Taz
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