An American Abroad
I took advantage of a day off to go to El Jem, a town about an hour south of Sousse by train. The main attraction there is a very well preserved Roman amphitheater from the third century BCE. But the surprise for me was the town around the ruins, a … [Continue reading]
I live in one of the newer parts of Sousse, a residential area that's still largely under construction. The houses have clean, spare lines and are well-proportioned. In keeping with the building style and security needs of this and many other parts … [Continue reading]
One consequence of being robbed on the train from Tunis to Sousse last month was a scaling back of my plans for housing. I’d hoped to get a nice new seaside apartment, or maybe something in the medina, but it was not to be. Instead, I opted for a … [Continue reading]
The four (!) security men stationed outside Le Restaurant Caruso here in Sousse were apparently chosen for their bulk and ability to scowl. I always wondered why they were there until last night. I was finishing up my lasagna and sparkling water … [Continue reading]
I was walking back to my Sousse hotel at about 8:00 this evening when I saw my first political demonstration in Tunisia. There were about fifteen cars and trucks proceeding slowly along the road that leads to the sea. Men dangled out windows of … [Continue reading]
My class of AMIDEAST twelve-year-olds is wonderful: smart, funny, informed, articulate, and spirited. As we near the end of the course, I decided to get them out of the classroom and onto the terrace to have them practice giving directions in … [Continue reading]
A miscellanea of photos I took in Sousse last week. … [Continue reading]
Some preliminary thoughts and observations, fifteen days in: 1. Bob Marley lives. In Tunisia. His anthems of human dignity are well-known and popular in this newly post-revolutionary society. 2. Speaking of music, last summer's infectious Daft … [Continue reading]
I was pleased, but not surprised, to read just now that Siem Reap, Cambodia, was rated the seventh friendliest city in the world by Conde Nast Traveler. When I was there in late April, I was so impressed with place that I wrote "After a few days … [Continue reading]
One of the first things I noticed about Sousse was the quality of the light here. The sun reflects off the waters of the Mediterranean and illuminates the sky. The ambient light is brilliant but not harsh. It’s the kind of light that could compel a … [Continue reading]
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