La Goulette, Tunisia

[shatzi13]

My family and I will be in La Goulette on a cruise stop in a few months.  I was hoping someone has recommendations for what clothes we , specifically my teenage daughter and I, should wear while in port and on tours.  Thanks!

[cruisemom42]

7 hours ago, shatzi13 said:

My family and I will be in La Goulette on a cruise stop in a few months.  I was hoping someone has recommendations for what clothes we , specifically my teenage daughter and I, should wear while in port and on tours.  Thanks!

 

La Goulette is a more cosmopolitan place than other cities in Tunisia (with the exception of resorts such as Sousse).  Still, when I traveled in Tunisia a few years ago (pre-Covid), we were advised to avoid low-cut blouses or tops, shorts, and anything that shows your shoulders. Most of the group I was with felt comfortable with pants, cropped pants or skirts that fully covered the knee. I would not go any shorter than a 3/4 sleeve shirt, based on what I saw and experienced. Gauzy cotton blouses and tunics work well. 

 

It's likely no one would bother you if you dressed less modestly, but you might get stared at by a few, which can feel uncomfortable.  If you're going to be on a tour, you should be free from any unwelcome attention -- though a teenage daughter might attract some comments; however, these are usually part of the marketplace banter "for tourists" and aren't really meant to be taken seriously.... they aren't really trying to trade you 100 camels for your daughter! 🤣

 

If visiting a mosque, bring a lightweight scarf to cover your head.

[shatzi13]

On 1/2/2023 at 9:47 PM, cruisemom42 said:

 

La Goulette is a more cosmopolitan place than other cities in Tunisia (with the exception of resorts such as Sousse).  Still, when I traveled in Tunisia a few years ago (pre-Covid), we were advised to avoid low-cut blouses or tops, shorts, and anything that shows your shoulders. Most of the group I was with felt comfortable with pants, cropped pants or skirts that fully covered the knee. I would not go any shorter than a 3/4 sleeve shirt, based on what I saw and experienced. Gauzy cotton blouses and tunics work well. 

 

It's likely no one would bother you if you dressed less modestly, but you might get stared at by a few, which can feel uncomfortable.  If you're going to be on a tour, you should be free from any unwelcome attention -- though a teenage daughter might attract some comments; however, these are usually part of the marketplace banter "for tourists" and aren't really meant to be taken seriously.... they aren't really trying to trade you 100 camels for your daughter! 🤣

 

If visiting a mosque, bring a lightweight scarf to cover your head.

You pretty much ruled out all of my cruise clothes!  Luckily I have about 9 months to shop.  Thanks for your response.  

[cruisemom42]

Well.....it's only for one day!  😉. No need for an entirely new wardrobe. (Unless you want one, of course...)

[shatzi13]

On 1/5/2023 at 8:45 PM, cruisemom42 said:

Well.....it's only for one day!  😉. No need for an entirely new wardrobe. (Unless you want one, of course...)

There's always a need to shop for new clothes!!