Tunisia’s cruise surge leaves Algeria’s ports empty—here’s the cost The port of La Goulette in Tunisia is now a magnet for Mediterranean cruise lines, with weekly arrivals of ships carrying up to 6,000 passengers. This week, agent Slim Ben Jaballah told Mosaïque FM that half of those tourists—around 3,000—embark on excursions through Tunis’ medina and … Read more
Tourism: High-Profile Visits vs. Structural Gaps The Pope Francis visit—the first by a pope in Algeria’s history—drew global attention but offered little immediate economic impact. Security costs for the event exceeded $10 million, funded by the Algerian government. Meanwhile, a new EWTN documentary on Christianity in Algeria highlighted the country’s 0.01% Christian population, a niche … Read more
The annual Festival of the Sahara in Djanet, a remote oasis town in Algeria’s Illizi province, has become a magnet for Tuareg communities and international travelers alike. According to Al-Monitor, this year’s edition in late July drew thousands of visitors, including nomadic groups from Niger, Mali, and Libya, who gathered for traditional music, camel races, … Read more
Algeria is quietly positioning itself as a must-visit destination for adventure and cultural tourism, leveraging its vast Sahara Desert and ancient heritage to attract global travelers. This week, the government simplified visa rules for travelers heading to the desert, allowing tourists to obtain visas on arrival when booking through approved tour operators. The move, reported … Read more
Manchester Airport will launch a dozen new summer routes in 2026, including daily flights to Algiers, according to DM News. The seasonal programme will also connect Manchester with Lahore and several Mediterranean beach destinations between May and September 2026. The announcement follows seasonal demand trends established in previous years and signals fresh connectivity between the … Read more
A Cultural and Economic Boost for Algiers’ Creative Industries The 26th European Music Festival, scheduled for June 13–16 in Algiers, will once again position the capital as a key cultural destination in the Mediterranean. Organized annually by the Algerian Ministry of Culture and Arts in collaboration with European cultural institutes, the event brings together musicians, … Read more