While perusing through Instagram, it’s impossible to miss the absolutely gorgeous photos of Morocco! Colorful doorways, luxurious riads, spectacular mosques, intricate architecture, and vibrant markets are just a few of the classic photo opportunities in this amazing country. We spent 6 weeks in Morocco and took countless photos in order to bring you a list …
“You have very poor fashion sense!” the restaurant tout yelled at me angrily after I refused to sit down to eat. He had been aggressively pestering me and using his body to keep me from passing which meant there was no chance in hell I’d be dining there. He was right about my outfit. In …
If you’re headed to the ‘Windy City of Africa’ make sure you check out the best things to do in Essaouira, Morocco! Stay at the magical Villa Anouk, sample camel milk cheese at the rustic Fromagerie, watch street performers from the rooftop of Taros, and peer through the Sqala du Port d’Essaouira at the beautifully preserved ramparts.
Marrakech (also spelled Marrakesh) is thought to be either rooted in the Berber phase murr akush meaning “the land of God” or the Arabic words murra kish, which translates to “pass by quickly”, used to warn travelers of thieves and wild animals. After spending a few days in Marrakech, you’ll probably agree that both are …
No trip to Morocco is complete without a trip out to the Sahara Desert. There is no better way to see this area of the country than to rent a car and hit the open road! This road trip itinerary through Eastern Morocco will have you hiking through beautiful gorges, trying your hand at rock …
Marrakesh is an intricate city unlike anywhere else in the world. Characterized by its labyrinthine souks, the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, and the buzzing Djemaa el-Fna square, its ancient Medina core is a place that really divides travelers. Some love haggling for fragrant spices and stumbling upon time-worn tombs, while others find it overwhelming and prefer …
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Casablanca, or “Casa” as it is often referred to, is the largest city in Morocco. It has a population of more than five million people. It is considered to be the economic and business heart of the country. While many people visit for business or just passing through, Casablanca has a lot more to offer …
Affectionately known as “The Blue Pearl” of Morocco, Chefchaouen certainly lives up to its name. All of the buildings are painted in a blue and white palette. It will make you feel as though you’ve left the country to enter a scene from Alice in Wonderland. Around every corner and down every little alleyway is …
Marrakesh is one of those places that you either fall head-over-heels in love with or one that you’d rather not visit again. When you begin your weekend in Marrakesh, the ancient city can feel like a labyrinth that’s impossible to solve. Its network of winding alleyways is so compact that it can take a lot …
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If you are planning a trip to Morocco, the small town of Essaouira is one you should not miss during your trip! It’s only 2.5 hours west of Marrakech and you’ll find that it is far more laid back and far less conservative than its neighbor. Some tourists choose to take a day trip from …
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