Holidays in Sousse feature a relaxed easygoing resort with considerable local character on the east coast of Tunisia, 2 hours south east of Tunis and just 20 miles from Monastir airport. Sousse holidays are ideal for those seeking plenty of exotic North African atmosphere along with all the comforts of a relaxing beach holiday. Sousse holidays offer an enjoyable mix of modern tourist facilities and animated colourful town rich in history. Essential Sousse holiday sights include the ancient forts, the Christian catacombs, the Mosaic Museum and the Great Mosque. An undoubted highlight of Sousse holidays is the Medina, set below the ancient fort and considered one of the finest old cities in Tunisia. Holidays in Sousse are not complete without exploring this fascinating maze of alleyways packed with local goods like jewellery, leather, carpets and copperware. A modern shopping centre provides similar goods at fixed prices. Holidays in Sousse enjoy a superb mild climate and miles of clean sandy beach and clear turquoise sea that runs into the neighbouring resort of Port El Kantaoui. Sousse beach has gently shelving pale sand, an attractive seafront promenade and a modern marina. Watersports include scuba diving, waterskiing, windsurfing and fishing. Sousse holidays could also include horse riding, camel riding, golf and exciting desert safaris. Many Sousse hotels have their own section of beach, guaranteeing relaxation away from the bustle of the old town.