3 February 2009
Tunis — Djerba, the island of the lotus eaters, where Ulysses is said to have halted and almost forgotten Penelope, is faithful to its reputation as one of the world's favorite tourist destinations.
In 2008, the American guide "Trip Advisor" ranked the island as the world's best tourist destination.
Indeed, end of 2008 results have confirmed the island's attraction for the many tourists who prefer to spend their holidays on the southern island. In 2008, 1, 33 million visitors spent their holidays in Djerba, representing an increase of 4,12% in comparison with 2007.
The island also boasts the lion's share of revenues with 23% of the country's global tourist earnings.
It is also true that apart of the sweetness of its air and the majestic calm of its olive groves, the island has a number of assets which increasingly lure visitors in search of quiet and peace or those who are more attracted to night life and action.
Djerba has the greatest number of thalasso therapy centres (18 out of 49) in the country, it also has 134 hotels with a global capacity of 49,000 beds, in addition to 70 travel agencies and a number of trendy restaurants.
For sports lovers the island is also endowed with a golf course, several diving centres, camping clubs, horse racing clubs, as well as an international casino for those who prefer to experience bursts of adrenaline while remaining seated.
Last but not least, the island is also a vibrant cultural mosaic where the three faiths have lived together in harmony for thousands of years. For this reason too, Djerba remains an exceptional place to visit.
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