Chinese tourists turn to Tunisia for holiday fun

Hospitality, charm draw visitors to picturesque North African nation

TUNIS - Despite widespread strikes across the country and her return flight to Beijing canceled, Zhang Haiou still thoroughly enjoyed her weeklong vacation in Tunisia, thanks to the beautiful scenery and friendly locals.

During her vacation in the North African nation, Zhang and her friends were invited to the home of their Tunisian driver, Lutfe, in his hometown of Hammamet on the east coast of the country.