My grandfather is buried at Enfida (Enfidaville) as we still call it, he was part of the Eighth army and was killed in April 1943. His son (my dad) was only 18 months old when he was killed but when my dad passed l was handed all the letters that he sent home from the war. My dad visited his fathers grave just twice in his time, to date l have been to his grave twice also but on my last visit l put some of my fathers ashes at his fathers grave. Its not a cemetery you'd expect in such a position of the town but it is immaculately kept. Thanks for the video.
@ScafidiTravels11 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the video. You're right, the CWGC cemeteries are immaculately kept. A fitting tribute to the fallen.
@OkouroSuccess-bs7qo13 күн бұрын
I read two books, the first was varanasi travel guide by Jason S.chapman and bradt travel guide to Tunisia by Oscar scafidi.... this two book are so interesting ✍️✍️✍️✍️ this and it's so Interesting and good to go with as a traveller
@ScafidiTravels11 күн бұрын
Glad you have found my Bradt Guide to Tunisia useful!
@meldanskin447529 күн бұрын
This is excellent!! If I had all the time in the world, I'd definitely go because it looks hilariously awesome. But I don't have all the time in the world so your virtual tour will have to suffice. I absolutely loved it!
@ScafidiTravels29 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Are you planning on visiting Tunisia at some stage?
@JeunesseetSportSfaxАй бұрын
Suivez toute l'actualité de la jeunesse et du sport à Sfax
@DaDa-ox8cnАй бұрын
Hello mr scafidi! I have been browsing through your luxury hotel reviews lately and I have been on par with almost all of your opinions/ratings. Hence I was wondering what you would say to the royal tulip korbous hotel that opened in 2022, but I wasnt able to find a review of yours... I am wondering now if you are planning on making such a review of said hotel since your opinion highly matters to me. Grettings from germany!
@ScafidiTravelsАй бұрын
I have had friends stay there and say it is excellent! However, it only opened after I had finished doing the research for my Bradt Guide to Tunisia (I submitted the manuscript in 2022 and the guide was published in July 2023). So sadly I didn't review it for the guidebook or film it for my channel. I will definitely visit and review it on my next trip to Tunisia, whenever that might be. I'm glad you're finding the hotel review videos useful! www.bradtguides.com/product/tunisia-1/
@Nor-man-dieАй бұрын
Excellente vidéo Welcome to Tabarka welcom to tunisia my friend ✌️🇹🇳
@ScafidiTravelsАй бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
@rosemariedirschowsky28612 ай бұрын
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@user-lb4my2cf2o2 ай бұрын
Hi, we just returned from Tunisia hammamet area there are 2 puppies aged 6 months we'd like to bring back to the uk currently being looked after by the beach sports guys, their mum and older brother was unfortunately killed by police and they were kean for us to take them back to the uk, is there any advice on who we could get in touch with regarding this or the best way? Thank you
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
If you have the funds to sort this out yourselves, I'd suggest reaching out to Omar at Tunisia Expat Assistance. He's been through the animal export process before and can help: facebook.com/tunexpatassist If you would like help from a charity, speak to Mission Pawwsible. They do excellent work in Tunisia rescuing, rehousing and exporting cats and dogs: facebook.com/missionpaws
@monia.472 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video ❤ Dougga was the first capital of the Numidian kingdom after the fall of Carthage Tunisia 🇹🇳
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
It was indeed. Fascinating to think that the Libyco-Punic mausoleum near the base of the hill was an ancient relic even at the time the Roman settlers were living there!
@JamesBrown-nq7qk2 ай бұрын
Thank you ! I always wanted to see this bunker … left Tunisia over 50 years ago… residing now in California. Thank you so much !!
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
Great to hear that my channel is helping people worldwide discover the vibrant history and culture of Tunisia!
@Rain_MG2 ай бұрын
Thelepte is kinda my hometown, we used to play soccer in the historic areas there, used some of those rocks as goal post. Also a lot of people go there to drink I did not know most of what you said, can't believe it took a guy to come all the way from Europe to tell me about the history of where I live haha
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
One of the aims of my guidebook is to encourage Tunisians to explore their amazing country more. Glad you found the video interesting!
@saidimohamad14132 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, because it’s not in the city the government didn’t take care of it
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
This is a shame. But I am hearing reports of a few more visitors successfully heading out there in recent months, which is great news!
@saidimohamad14132 ай бұрын
is it in the district of Al Mazzouna, Close to Meknassy.. so please specify the location. Thanks
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
All locations (including the exact GPS point of the entrance gate) are specified in my guidebook to Tunisia, which was launched worldwide in July 2023. You can even pick up copies in Tunisia, in Librairie Al Kitab! www.bradtguides.com/product/tunisia-1/ www.alkitab.tn/livre/9781784777517-tunisia-oscar-scafidi/ (note the price listed here is incorrect, the real price in Tunisia is 68DT)
@oliverjones95032 ай бұрын
Foreign ministry says to reconsider trips to Thugga and Sbeitla's governorates, is it really that dangerous or should i go?
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
Everyone's attitude to risk is going to be different. Dougga is considered safe, and I am not aware of any foreign government that suggests not heading to that area. Sbeitla is close to the Jebel Chambi National Park, which is an area of military activity, due to an ongoing low-intensity insurgency. However, the archaelogical site itself is well protected. For example, USAID launched their Visit Tunisia Project at the Sbeitla site in February 2022, despite it being on the US State Department's do not travel section of the Tunisia travel advice! I have been to Sbeitla on numerous occasions without incident. However, I suggest that you do your research before going, seek local advice and follow instructions of security forces in the area (if you go).
@oliverjones95032 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels i was thinking of going tomorrow, asked 2 tunisians in Tunis and they both said it was safe, i'll definitely do Dougga, Sbeitla will depend on what time it gets once we are there since we will be driving from Tunis to Tozeur and definitely dont want to.arrive after night time, but its basically en route from Dougga so i guess we might as well. Thanks for the reply 😊
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
Security forces will keep a close eye on you while you're there, and will ask about your onwards travel plans. Very sensible of you to avoid driving at night!
@connorhighland67832 ай бұрын
You could see an ambush coming from a mile away in that country.
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
Yes, it must have been tough for the Tunisians fighting against French colonial forces. Likewise the Allied and Axis forces during World War II...
@irinacordall23932 ай бұрын
Hello! Thank you for the video! Quick question, how do I complete the pet health certificates for EU and UK. Or will the vet do it for me?
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
Your vet needs to do it. It's pretty straightforward. They're basically the same template. Here's the EU one: food.ec.europa.eu/animals/movement-pets/eu-legislation/non-commercial-movement-non-eu-countries_en Here's the UK one: www.gov.uk/government/publications/pet-travel-apply-for-a-gb-pet-health-certificate
@irinacordall23932 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels Thank you!
@ScafidiTravels2 ай бұрын
How did you get on in the end Irina?
@amir17803 ай бұрын
The Numidians built Dougga
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Indeed. We have a temple there linked to Numidian King Masinissa. But it may be even older than that, linked to a local Amazigh population. So fascinating!
@amir17803 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels yeah true but we dont know the actual date when it was built But somewhere around 1st century BC The Problem is my Ancestors never wrote anything they didnt care about it So Our History is passed mainly oral
@ammarmhamdi96763 ай бұрын
I am originally from Jama, (Zama now) my grandfather was living just in top of the ruins the whole area is still burried undeground, intact and it's very big. no one want to talk about it because of some laws in Tunisia that can send you directly to prison condemned by searching illegally for Treasures. one question here as a local is; if this whole area is burried and no one lived there after 202B.C: why thee's two different type of stones that belongs to two different times!
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Fascinating stuff! Theft from Tunisia's archaeological sites is certainly a problem. I believe more needs to be done to protect them, and to involve local populations with their preservation.
@Adventure9343 ай бұрын
How MUCH PER Night
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Rooms from around EUR90 per night are being advertised on their official site: www.anantara.com/en/luxury-hotel-offers
@franck71183 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels Actually 259€ not 90€
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Wow! When I posted it earlier the lowest price was EUR90, but you're right, it's shot up to EUR259...quite the increase!
@AnjosT-hh9lm3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video. I’m quite sad that the local government is not protecting the Phoenician ruins. It’s a quite rare site and should be even protected by UNESCO.
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Absolutely! It is an amazing site. Lots of (hopefully sustainable) tourism potential there.
@boukhrissmhamed65403 ай бұрын
Film name's ??
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
The film I cut to in this video is called Patton (1970): www.imdb.com/title/tt0066206/
@laszlo87633 ай бұрын
Sfax sucks! The only time your guidebook really mislead me. The medina is ugly, mostly "modern" buildings, most shops there were closed during my 2 days there (not official holidays), it was like a dead city. The walls were the only impressive sight there. The Hotel Medina was the worst budget place I stayed at in the country. I couldnt wait to leave, Sfax was the only place I wish I had skipped in Tunisia. Kairouan gets my vote for the most atmosphefic media in the country.
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Always keen to hear reader feedback, although we'll have to agree to disagree on Sfax. I agree with you that Kairouan also has a very atmospheric medina. I found the old religious buildings in Sfax fascinating (including the two synagogues, the Greek Orthodox Church and the former Church of St Peter and St Paul). Likewise the Commonwealth grave site, with the even older Christian cemetery next door, with 100+ year old colonial graves. I could spend days wandering around the Medina looking at all the specialised souks (although I can understand how this would be boring if all the shops were shut!) Oh, and Dar Salma is one of my favourite Dars in that part of Tunisia. Did you manage to jump on the ferry from Sfax to the Kerkennah Islands? Have you shared a trip report of your visit somewhere? I would love to read it.
@shaundavenport6213 ай бұрын
You on that wall was giving me vertigo!!!😅How much ive become dependant on handrails,bannisters as we call them!!😅😅
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Yes Tunisia's archaeological sites are generally quite undeveloped. Amazing, as you can explore the ruins really well. But you need to watch your step!
@shaundavenport6213 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels Did you have a look at the mosaics in the Bardo!The finest concentration of these in the world but I know you know this.😁👍👍
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
It's a bit of a shame that so many of Tunisia's archaeological sites have had their most impressive pieces removed and placed in the Bardo. I saw a lot of gaps out in the field where statues, mosaics and architectural features should have been. But I understand that it is easier to protect them in the Bardo than out in some of the more remote sites in Tunisia, and ultimately it's about preserving as much of Tunisia's cultural heritage as possible.
@shaundavenport6213 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels It's catch 22.Remove it so its completely out of context or lose it in bits and pieces to criminals! I'm not sure if the house of the Gladiators is in Tunisia but I would imagine it's guarded.😁👍
@shaundavenport6213 ай бұрын
Fascinating, cheers!😊First thing i would think is not tourists in the other car but Kidnappers!!!😮😮
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Not much risk of being kidnapped while exploring Tunisia, regardless of your nationality!
@Sosa0813 ай бұрын
Why isn't it a lake anymore?
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Because at some stage a long time ago, water stopped flowing into the lake and evaporation did the rest. I think the jury is still out on the exact formation process, but it is likely that human diversion of water courses in the area played a role in these lakes drying out.
@rajeshnandy91603 ай бұрын
Hello, thank you for posting a definitive review of the drone laws in Tunisia. It is extremely helpful. I have a question though. I have no intention of flying my drone (DJI Mini 4) in Tunisia. However, I will be in Tunis to attend a conference from USA and will be traveling to Europe afterwards where I have the permission to fly the drone. If I declare it at Tunis airport, do I need to worry about getting it back when I depart? Thanks in advance...
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
I believe I have already answered your question in another forum, but here it is again for the benefit of other readers: Customs will take the drone away from you, for collection when you depart the country. This is a free process. However, it can also be very slow (especially when it comes to collection), and there is a small risk that you get a Customs agent who does not understand the procedure and thinks they have the right to confiscate your drone outright. I would avoid bringing a drone into Tunisia if at all possible.
@JordanMoyerFit3 ай бұрын
Def found this useful, thanks for the content man, sent you an IG message wondering what the lawyer cost might be
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Just responded, thanks for reaching out!
@philippaday13 ай бұрын
Where is that tank?
@ScafidiTravels3 ай бұрын
Near-ish Hammamet. Have a look at the dedicated video I made of that trip here on my channel. The video description has some more information for you.
@Yahyia-cv3sx3 ай бұрын
When I climbed atop Mt Washington, that's how it was - you could not see a thing beyond twenty feet. By the way, a speaker of a small tribe in Northern Vermont, told me the Algonquin name for the mountain is Agioqochook. You guys should come climb the mountains of Appalachia. Come in buddy pairs because there are hostile predators occasionally.
@manelrocamarco98274 ай бұрын
I would recommend the hike down the canyon. You can see the exact point where R2D2 was kidnapped by the jawas and the place where Indiana Jones faces the Nazis with a bazooka. The hike is very easy and the best of the region. Thanks for having written this gide. It is very informative.
@ScafidiTravels4 ай бұрын
I went and stood on the point where Indiana Jones threatens to blow up the Ark of the Covenant. However, I didn't go down onto the canyon floor. Certainly looks like a beautiful spot for a hike, a little like Selja Gorge over in Gafsa Governorate. Glad you are enjoying the guidebook! Please consider leaving a review on Amazon or GoodReads if you have found it useful: www.amazon.co.uk/Tunisia-Bradt-Travel-Guides-Scafidi/dp/178477751X www.goodreads.com/book/show/89573560-tunisia
@AForceGaming4 ай бұрын
El Kobba is my father's workplace and back in the day I used to stay there from time to time. It's a beautiful place and the best part about it that no tourist knows is that there's an unexplored underground basement system that goes pretty deep under the museum and it's inaccessible to tourists. But the bad thing about the museum as a whole is that it's abandoned by the municipality which means it rarely gets any maintenance and another thing that you mentioned is the lack of information about the rooms which is true but back in the day there used to be a guide there (my mom) that explains to you everything about the museum's contents but that's no longer because she left and works for the municipality now. Otherwise you could've asked my father for any information about it and he'll be happy to answer your questions. Anyways good video and I hope that you enjoyed these visits!
@ScafidiTravels4 ай бұрын
Oh wow, thanks for reaching out! It is an incredible space, and as you say, a shame the local government does not offer more support in maintaining it. I definitely enjoyed all the visits. So many hidden gems in Tunisia's various medinas. Here is the fruit of my labours: www.bradtguides.com/product/tunisia-1/
@phyllisdonnelly83714 ай бұрын
Sfax Commonwealth Cemetery is where My late Mothers Brother lies. Pte George Keir Age 20 , 7th Bt. Black Watch, Royal Highlanders ( Scotland) he died in WW11 . 06/04/1943 I've been researching my Late Uncles Army History and your site came up in my search , and I cant believe how i was taken aback , you showed the up to date Cemetery with great clear commentary. Thank you so much . Georges grave has never been visited and his family have all now passed, for Years I have longed to visit , although I've been very fortunate to have travelled world wide , I've somehow always been a bit wary being a tourist in Tunisia without being part of a tour so to speak. Although I've been to Goa , Arizona , Cyprus, NZ, America etc without a tour operator. I really wanted to thank you for this great information , and I can see the War Graves are well attended to , that gives my heart peace . 💐🌺🌹
@ScafidiTravels4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Phyllis! You could absolutely visit Tunisia independently. No tour group required. It is safe. It is a small country with a great road network, easy to drive around in a rental car, and the Commonwealth cemeteries are easy to find. Suggested itineraries as well as the GPS locations of the grave sites (and further background historical information) can be found in my Bradt Guide to Tunisia, which is available worldwide as a print or instant-download e-book: www.bradtguides.com/product/tunisia-1/
@JeunesseetSportSfaxАй бұрын
Suivez toute l'actualité de la jeunesse et du sport à Sfax
@izzy22945 ай бұрын
Love this video ahah especially the cats will be going in July can’t wait 😊💖
@ScafidiTravels5 ай бұрын
Great stuff, glad you enjoyed my video! For hints and tips on what to do in Djerba (and beyond), be sure to take along a copy of my Bradt Guide to Tunisia! www.bradtguides.com/product/tunisia-1/ (Also available on Amazon as both a book and e-book).
@jabransaeed61555 ай бұрын
can I do this as a foreigner
@ScafidiTravels5 ай бұрын
Yes. You wouldn't need a Carte de Séjour as a Tunisian citizen.
@ahlali64155 ай бұрын
thank you for the video, i visited this city many time , at anytime i feel is the first time i'm there, it is incredible, i don't kmow why the world don't give value for something unique like Sbeitla very huge and interesting, it is the biggest romain city in the world , im not sure but i didn't see any one more huge then Sbeitla...this city had rich history, it was the capital of many civilization in the past...in the past it was like a pradise in green area and near river with fresh air for this they choose it as strategic location
@DimitriTheSaint5 ай бұрын
Not Rommel's Kubelwagen. Besides I see so many things wrong with this KW... for example single wiper without engine... gaz tank seems to be missing... etc I couls make a long list. Looks like a replica or very bad restoration.
@Tch58025 ай бұрын
Scafidi is a Sicilian, apparently a Palermitan, surname. One wonders whether Mr. Scafidi had family living in Tunisia during the colonial era.
@ScafidiTravels5 ай бұрын
Yup, I had a lot of family in Sicily! In fact, I think my father was the first generation of our family born in mainland Italy, as opposed to Sicily. No idea if we have historic links to Tunisia though...
@user-qb3dt1oi4t5 ай бұрын
Going in June 🌞 was this room booked as pool view or partial sea view?
@wafabouhaha34705 ай бұрын
Magnifique hôtel 🫶🎉💐🌺🌹
@ScafidiTravels5 ай бұрын
Oui!
@phoebebiketravel6 ай бұрын
Why do you throw the books over your shoulder like that? That hurts a booklovers heart!🙈
@phoebebiketravel4 ай бұрын
😉😊😊🥲🤭I'm relieved. @@ScafidiTravels
@adilgangaram48996 ай бұрын
Hey is this still valid?
@SiobhanBritton-bz7iv6 ай бұрын
Hi Oscar, I am making my way through your book and videos. One thing I cannot find (on google or social media either) is where to hire a 4x4 car from? I can find hire companies, but none with 4x4s. Can you shed any light on this please because I have spent hours searching and I'm coming up with nothing. Many thanks in advance. :-)
@ScafidiTravels5 ай бұрын
Hi, I think I may already have responded to your question via other social media channels, but for the benefit of other readers: I bought my 4x4, I did not hire it. Hiring a 4x4 in Tunisia is quite tricky, and most rental agencies will not give you one without a driver too, as they worry you'll lose it in the Sahara! I would recommend speaking to Omar over at Tunisia Expat Assistance. He has good relationships with various rental agencies in Tunis and will likely be able to help: facebook.com/tunexpatassist/
@wilkinstokarev57056 ай бұрын
Thank you man for making this video and finally proving this video wrong kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b7mco82Wm7LDdIE.htmlsi=m8btQ0PQG41I3q5N
@ScafidiTravels6 ай бұрын
The debate over whether the Battle of Zama actually happened seems to be a lively one, especially amongst Tunisians!
@wilkinstokarev57056 ай бұрын
@@ScafidiTravels yep only biased 🇮🇱 archaeologists always disprove Romans 🙄
@camelia19876 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. We too plan to stay overnight at Camp Zmela, hope we can get there from Ksar Ghilane with our touring bike. I made a reservation for a tent, with dinner and breakfast. We chose this one over the hotels at Ksar Ghilane having in mind the idea that is more remote and natural and less touristy, so we can enjoy the desert in peace. Did you like the camp averall? I mean conditions, food, vibes...is it worth the effort of driving there?
@curtisclements63427 ай бұрын
Were you able to rent your vehicle there? I'm struggling to find a rental with 4-wheel drive.
@ScafidiTravels7 ай бұрын
No, sorry, I lived there for three years and owned my 4x4. However, speak to Tunisia Expat Assistance about long-term vehicle rentals (including 4x4s): facebook.com/tunexpatassist/
@ScafidiTravels6 ай бұрын
Or if you want to buy a decent 4x4, then speak to Big Truck Garage in La Soukra, Tunis: facebook.com/BigTruckGarageShop/
@wafabouhaha34707 ай бұрын
Parfait
@ScafidiTravels7 ай бұрын
Merci!
@bilelbakraoui60637 ай бұрын
The lettuce (gift you received) it's a typical product of the region.. They keep their authentic paesan seeds and they gave you a precious symbol of their struggle against the seeds industry!!
@ScafidiTravels7 ай бұрын
That's awesome, thanks for clarifying!
@bilelbakraoui60637 ай бұрын
Welcome @@ScafidiTravels.. Wish you always a special authentic trips <3
@Dented_Battle_Armor8 ай бұрын
I am going to Tunisia in 6 weeks. Where do i book to get on this train?
@ScafidiTravels8 ай бұрын
I am not sure if it is up and running during the winter period. I suggest reaching out to this group. Think summer 2024 is when it is slated to restart: facebook.com/le.lezard.rouge/ But if you want to go and find the actual train, the location details are available in my Bradt Guide to Tunisia, which I suggest you pick up in print or e-book formats before heading to Tunisia! www.amazon.com/Tunisia-Oscar-Scafidi/dp/178477751X/
@ScafidiTravels8 ай бұрын
@@Dented_Battle_Armor I have also asked my followers on Twitter (twitter.com/BradtTunisia) and on Facebook (facebook.com/BradtTunisia/). Follow along to see if they respond with anything useful!
@d.b.cooper18 ай бұрын
They should deffo open up more to nomads etc. I wouldn't consider myself a nomad but I can wfh for large chunks of the year & like spending entire an month across Europe usually due of the Airbnb monthly discounts. It's a great way explore/meet new people. Booked a month in Hammanent via 1 of the mainstream British holiday agents (never done a package holiday before bar with my parents as a kid) for a bargain £700-£800 (off-season) half board for 1 month in a great resort. Was blown away by the people, how cosmopolitan it is & as someone who loves deserts, the south. Morroco's nice but it's so mainstream & busy that I've literally bumped into several people from my small hometown there. Tunisia was a pleasant surprise, 3 hour flight, perfect timezone & likes of easyjet have expanded a lot both in terms of flights & holiday packages.
@ScafidiTravels8 ай бұрын
Totally agree. If they made it easier for people to get a residency permit (Carte de Séjour), perhaps even introducing a specific work visa category for digital nomads, I don't see why it wouldn't fill up with remote workers from Europe. It's such an amazing location, and conveniently close to major European hubs. I explain the process to get a How to get a Carte de Séjour (residency permit) as freelancer / self-employed person in Tunisia in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fbiEaMmUlazRZIE.html