Though it’s one of Morocco’s largest cities, Fez has a distinctly low key (though still rather busy) feel to it with small boisterous alleyways, centuries old mosques, pretty fountains and stunning architecture that spans from the medieval medina to 20th century French add-ons such…
You’ll find that Moroccans are generally very easy going, hospitable and tolerant. Most young women don’t wear a veil though headscarves are still quite popular but even though you might see younger generations in the bigger cities dressing less modestly it’s generally best to…
Morocco’s long history of cultural exchange has led to a cuisine that is as eclectic as it is delicious – with influences from Arabic, Andalusian, Mediterranean, European, Berber and Subsaharan Africa. Highly flavourful and aromatic spices such as saffron, mint, cinnamon and cumin are…
Fez’s smaller and quieter neighbour, Meknès feels a little bit overshadowed but as a result the city is more laid-back and less busy. Regardless of that you’ll find a city that boasts all the winding old city streets and grand buildings of its busy…
One of Morocco’s best known UNESCO sights. A phenomenal mud brick city perched on the edge of the High Atlas mountains and a star of no less than 10 films – from Lawrence of Arabia to Jewel of the Nile – and filled with…
Exotic Agadir is a coastal city with vast stretches of beaches framing the idyllic cerulean blues of the Atlantic. There’s a modern marina and a vast hilltop Kasbah as well ornate palaces, mosques and colourful gardens. The city is a great choice for beach…
Adventurers will love the enduring allure of the Saharan Desert where in one day you can take a camel ride to a traditional desert campsite, ride over huge undulating sand dunes on a quad bike, take a Saharan spa day and join a 4×4…
Marrakech is one of Africa’s most unmissable destinations. The stunning old city is known for its abundant markets that are webbed with densely packed alleyways selling colourful textiles, exotic jewellery and mountains of aromatic spices. While the landscape that surrounds the city is breathtaking…
Morocco is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Mediterranean to the north and so at times it seems to have an endless supply of beaches – some modern and full and others rustic and idyllic. Some of our favourites include…
