With revolution fever gaining momentum across the Middle East, many are cancelling travel plans and waiting for calmer skies. Tunisia, however, carried out its revolution with a combination of passion and efficiency and tourism is once again returning to the country.

According to the Tunisian National Tourism Office, tour operators will resume flights and tours in the country beginning February 27. The UK and Ireland Director of the office, Anissa Ramoundi, says,  “During the last month Tunisia has experienced a period of political unrest and great change, however the situation has now calmed down, and we are pleased to see that the FCO has changed their advice accordingly. With free elections in sight and a more open and liberal government in the making Tunisians are now optimistic about the future”.

Last year the tourism in Tunisia grew unprecedentedly, with a 28% rise from 2009.

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This past weekend over 5,000 people attended a Peruvian Paso Horse contest in Chiclayo, Peru. The event was held in an effort to promote tourist attractions and local customs.

One hundred horses were shown at the 48th Official regional Contest of the Peruvian Stepping Hose, organized by the Association of Owners and Breeders of Peruvian Paso Horses.

The event gathered many representatives from the champion breed, along with horsemen showcasing their best skills in an event that was close to the heart of Peruvian national identity and pride.

Other events occurred alongside the Peruvian Paso Horse Contest, such as a food festival and a national competition of Marinera Nortena, a typical Peruvian dance.
All the festivals happened simultaneously in a bid to boost Lambayeque as a tourist destination of northern Peru.

Story from andina.com.pe.