Tunis, The Residence Hotel:  The Residence is a luxury beach hotel a short ride from the intriguing city of Tunis. The hotel’s 170 rooms and suites are decorated in impeccable style and are in keeping with the acclaimed North African architecture. Integral to the hotel is the superb Thalassotherapy and beauty spa. Three restaurants (one seasonal) offer international Chinese and local fare in this luxurious spa retreat. Leisure facilities include a pool, windsurfing, gym and tennis. (5-star hotel)

Kairouan, La Kashah Hotel:  La Kasbah Hotel lies in the heart of the holy city of Kairouan in the central traditional quarter. The hotel, with a luxurious inside and a sober outlook, merges harmoniously into the Arab-Islamic architecture of the city of Kairouan. It is a recent building, but incorporates certain ancient areas that have been restored, such as the Turkish Café.

The 94 rooms are all equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, international telephone, mini-bar, private safe, bathroom and toilets. The hotel’s principal restaurant, Rakada, and the à la carte restaurant, Sofra, serve international cuisine with local specialties. The Turkish Café offers mint tea and Tunisian pastry. Leisure facilities include a whirlpool, Jacuzzi, hot tub and hammam. (5-star hotel)

Tozeur, Sofitel Palm Beach Palace:   At the gateway to the desert, overlooking the Tozeur palm grove, the hotel is set at the heart of an oasis surrounded by lush gardens. There are 128 guestrooms, complete with air conditioning, mini-bar, satellite/cable TV, bath tub and hair dryer. Leisure facilities include two swimming pools, indoor and outdoor, a fitness center, sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, massage, beauty saloon and gift shop.

International cuisine and Tunisian specialties are served at the main restaurant, Le Chott, and at El Jerid gourmet restaurant. Or you can enjoy light meals at the Chems, a poolside café with terrace. There is also a piano-bar, night club, and 24-hour room service. (5-star hotel)

Djerba, Radisson SAS Resort:  The Radisson SAS Resort & Thalasso invites you to discover luxury and comfort in Djerba, the island of dreams. This modern resort with its chic interior and high-tech amenities has a contemporary design ethos that sets it apart from other resorts in the region.

Directly on the best beach in Djerba, the luxury Radisson SAS Resort offers an outdoor pool, indoor pool with saunas, Jacuzzis, fitness room, a modern thalassotherapy & spa center, and a choice of 4 restaurants and 5 bars. There is also free broadband internet throughout the hotel, a full-service business center, and laundry service.

The 296 spacious rooms have an exotic and relaxing decor and feature amenities satellite television, Free Broadband Wi-Fi internet access, mini bar and in-room safe. The bathrooms have a separate bath tub and a shower, telephone, hair dryer, an alarm and bathrobes.

Valletta, Westin Dragonara Hotel:  Secluded on its own peninsula in St. Julian's, The Westin Dragonara is an oasis of luxury and comfort just steps away from the shops and restaurants of downtown Malta. All 313 guest rooms offer spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea, their own balcony, and a host of modern amenities and thoughtful touches, such as coffee-maker, radio, in-room safe, hair dryer, cable TV and turndown service. Room service is available on a 24-hour basis.

Discover an enticing array of activities, a spectacular fitness and beauty center, water sports at two beach clubs, and Malta's oldest and most prestigious casino. Enjoy three swimming pools and learn how to scuba dive without leaving the resort. Other facilities include a beauty salon, tennis courts, whirlpool and water sports.

Sample the excellent seafood at Quadro Restaurant. Or opt for the more casual outside dining of Palio's Restaurant followed by a bottle of wine at the Marquis Scicluna's Boat House Wine Bar or a chilled cocktail on the soft cushions of Bedouin Bar. (5-star hotel)