Tunisia holidays attract all sorts of different people however – it isn’t just the history buffs that should start packing. If you know where to looks (Towns like Sousse come well recommended from young clubbers visiting the towns, although as a rule you should make sure the club is one of a good reputation, as like all places with a good nightlife scene, there are seedier places that one can stumble into.

The best time to visit Tunisia is during their spring (March to May), as in the summer months, not only is accommodation at a premium but the weather is often stiflingly hot.

Visas and documentation should pose no problem to most – citizens of most western countries can stay for three months with no Visa, although Australian and New Zealand citizens are only granted two weeks upon entry. Extensions to these allowances aren’t difficult to get, but you should be aware that they can take two weeks to be issued. Also, it should be noted that Israeli citizens are not allowed access to the country.

Healthcare, however, is something that can catch people out. Tunisia does not have a reciprocal healthcare agreement with the UK, and as such your travel insurance policy will need to be up to date before you travel. Waterborne viruses are more common than other countries, so precautions should be taken (Only drinking boiled or bottled water, for example). If you are taken seriously ill in Tunisia there is a chance you will be taken to Italy by air for treatment, as their healthcare is far more advanced than Tunisia’s.

These things should not spoil your enjoyment of a wonderful country however, with miles of beautiful coast, awe-inspiring places to see and a great culture, Tunisia is a perfect holiday for just about anyone.

The most prolific pyramid-building phase coincided with the greatest degree of absolutist pharaonic rule. It was during this time that the most famous pyramids, those near Giza, were built. Over time, as authority became less centralized, the ability and willingness to harness the resources required for construction on a massive scale decreased, and later pyramids were smaller, less well-built and often hastily constructed.

Pyramids Visitor Information
The pyramids are open every day until 4pm. During the summer when they are open until 5pm. Entrance to the sites costs about 100 USD.

Getting around the pyramids is very easy. You can walk, take a horse and buggy or take a camel ride, a taxi, or even the metro. A taxi from the center of Cairo is probably the easiest way to get to the Pyramids, although mini and micro buses also make frequent trips. The city itself goes right up to the Pyramids and you can see them from every rooftop.

You can go inside the pyramids but entry is restricted to 300 people per day so get there early. Additionally, the area is filled with touts and thieves so watch your personal possessions.

Pyramids Conservation Efforts
Several years ago, a master plan was drawn up to manage and restore the monuments of Giza in four phases. Most of the phases been completed. The final phase of the project is a 10-15 year program of maintenance and research. It includes staff training for proper administer the site, up-to-date conservation whenever necessary and to continue the clearing and research programs that will enhance the site for visitors and scholars. There is also plan for re-excavation and clearing, especially in the cemeteries to the east and west of the Great Pyramid.