Morocco travel blog

One of the most well-liked tourist destinations in Morocco is Marrakech, which is renowned for its thriving markets, extensive history, and distinctive culture. However, as with any place, visitors’ top priority is safety. The safety situation in Marrakech, including crime … Read More

Moroccan carpets, also known as Moroccan rugs, are a type of handmade woolen rug or carpet that are traditionally made by the Berber tribes of Morocco. These carpets are known for their unique designs and patterns, which often feature bold … Read More

When it comes to nightlife in Marrakech, the city is the best place to begin your journey in Morocco. However, it’s not all bars and clubs! Visit Jemaa el-Fna, the city’s beating heart and central square. The souk is open … Read More

Morocco is a beautiful country located on the northern edge of the African continent, across the Strait of Gibraltar from Spain. With its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant cities, it’s no wonder why Morocco has become a popular tourist … Read More

Lake Dayet Srij, also known as Lake Merzouga, situated west of the town, used to be a salt lake but no longer is due to water released from the dam Errachidia and water coming into the lake when it rains … Read More

Morocco is a safe place to visit. As a tourist, you are unlikely to find yourself in a perilous scenario. The natives are used to tourists and are open and pleasant; the most you risk is losing your wallet. Scams, … Read More

The history of the Berbers of North Africa is very vast and very rich. It is also an origin which, to this day, remains unknown, thus, the origin of the Berber people remains still and well uncertain. The culture of … Read More

Asilah is a fortified small town on Morocco’s northwest Atlantic coast, some 31 kilometers (19 miles) south of Tangier. Its ramparts and gate works are still completely intact.Many armies and regions passed through this town, beginning with the Phoenicians and … Read More

Mohammedia is a city in Morocco’s Casablanca-Settat region. It is highly worth a visit because it has several prominent sites such as Mohammedia, Mohammedia Kasbah, and Amber Gallery. Have you ever been to a new place and thought, “Wow!” It … Read More

Any forum will tell you that there are two spots in Morocco where you can genuinely spend a night in the desert: the dunes of Erg Chebbi and the dunes of Erg Chigaga desert, both of which require an 8-10-hour … Read More

The city of Erfoud is located in southern Morocco in the valley of the Ziz river, which rises in the middle Atlas mountains and empties into the Merzouga desert creating the Tafilalet palm groves. These same palm groves are bordered by a wide … Read More

During the reign of Sultan Moulay Ismael, the Qara prison in Meknes was established. A subterranean maze filled with stories, anecdotes, and even myths… How many legends surround the story of Qara’s captivity? The location, in the center of Meknes, … Read More

Are you traveling to Morocco for business or pleasure? Read our guide about tipping in Morocco to learn when and how much to leave. Then, using our helpful tip calculator, you can prevent any tipping blunders. Is tipping common in … Read More

Morocco’s cultural capital is unlike any other place on Earth. Morocco is home to four imperial cities, Fes El Bali was established in 789 by Idris I, making it the oldest of the group. Its ascent to power, however, did … Read More

The mosque of Hassan II or the Grand Mosque of Hassan is a mosque in Casablanca city, Morocco. It is the largest mosque in the Moroccan kingdom and the seventh-largest mosque in the world.  At 210 meters, its minaret is the tallest … Read More

Morocco is famous for festivals, and one of the most attended is the Imilchil Festival. Every town and culture has a variety of festivals that help to preserve traditions. Festivals help to establish communal bonds and keep the sense of … Read More

Introduction “The Moussem of Tan-Tan, in southwest Morocco, is an annual meeting of Saharan nomads that brings together over thirty tribes from southern Morocco as well as tribes from adjacent countries.” Every year around May, it was recorded on the … Read More

Kalaat M’Gouna is a small Berber Amazigh town, located east of Ouarzazate at the foot of the High Atlas. Let’s find out in this article about the city and the rose festival: What is Kalaat M’gouna Kalaat M’gouna is derived … Read More

The stunning beauty of the Todra Gorges (known locally as Toudgha Gorge) sits deep in the rocky Atlas mountains on one of the highways to the Sahara from Marrakech, a natural oasis produced by the River Todra digging its way … Read More

One of the most asked questions on the blog what is the cost of living in Morocco? Here are many reasons to live there Money In comparison to other nations in North America or Europe, the cost of living in … Read More