Comments on: Magical Morocco

By: James Coldwell

James Coldwell — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 09:35:47 +0000

I’m sure it’s on your radar and will get a mention in another post sometime. Essaouira is well worth a visit if you’re putting together a Moroccan itinerary. And also very good for sunshine breaks in Winter. It’s one of those places that hardly ever sees any rain.

It’s an old fishing port on the Atlantic coast designed by the French so the souks are a little lighter and more spacious. The French influence makes it very stylish. It goes without saying that it’s great for seafood too.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 17:00:50 +0000

You are quite right Sue. The riads in the medinas offer a cool respite and the larger hotels outside the medinas have pools to refresh in! There are some amazing places to stay and some even more incredible things to see.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 09:43:17 +0000

In reply to John Talbot. The hiking in the Atlas is amazing, if you would like us to create an itinerary for you in Morocco please contact us.

By: Sue

Sue — Sat, 20 Jul 2024 08:05:41 +0000

Morocco can be a culture shock when you arrive for the first time visitor. Everything is so different, the heat, the crowds, the dust.

It’s worth persevering and showing some patience as it is such a wonderful country for colour and taste. Though, it is worth splurging that little bit extra on some luxurious accommodation to give yourself a cool sanctuary at the end of a busy but exciting day.

As you can probably tell, Morocco is one of my favourite travel destinations.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:37:50 +0000

In reply to Lynne Gardener. Good insight Lynne. I completely agree, we have some great personal shoppers in both Marrakech and Fez or if you prefer to explore on your own we can point you in the right direction ! Best alex

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:34:45 +0000

In reply to Liz. Fez is amazing and we can organise a very special tasting trail through the medina with a private foodie guide around lunchtime or dinner time.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 20:43:23 +0000

In reply to Steven Ham. I completely agree, so culturally different to Europe and yet so close. Welcoming locals, delicious food and incredible sites in diverse environments.

By: John Talbot

John Talbot — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 14:25:59 +0000

I’m yet to visit North Africa. Obviously Egypt and the pyramids appeals. From what my travelling friends tell more there’s plenty to do and see in Morocco. It also appeals because I could go hiking in the Atlas Mountains.

By: Lynne Gardener

Lynne Gardener — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 08:08:28 +0000

When it comes to shopping Marrakech probably is the place for the fashionistas. Personally, I prefer Fez. Take 30% off the prices and the haggling is more good natured too, less aggressive than in Marrakech. Another big plus is that Fez doesn’t have mopeds roaring through the djerbs as they are too narrow.

By: Liz

Liz — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:18:36 +0000

If I could only go back to one place in Morocco then my choice would be Fez. It’s an incredible place that feels like medieval times. Those 9,500 alleyways are beyond maps and sat-nav.

You can take a good foodie walk through the medina. Don’t have breakfast at your hotel but have breakfast in the market then work through the day’s meals with stops for orange juice, sweets and of course mint tea.

By: Steven Ham

Steven Ham — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:21:43 +0000

Every time I visit Morocco it’s hard to believe that it’s only 3 hours flight from London and yet as well as being in another continent you could be in another age, even another world.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:46:04 +0000

In reply to Ben. The Agafay Desert is only 45 minutes from Marrakech so works well for a shorter itinerary to have some incredible glamping but also step away from light pollution and sleep under canvas.

By: Alex Wix

Alex Wix — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:44:18 +0000

In reply to Michael Morris. I couldn't agree more, Dar Ahlam in Skoura, is the perfect place to stay in this Oasis and also nicely breaks the journey to the Sahara.

By: Sarah Kingdom

Sarah Kingdom — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 14:29:31 +0000

Hi Ben,

you aren’t alone in that! It seems like a lot of people haven’t heard of the Agafay desert. I know everyone is fascinated with the idea of the Sahara, but sometimes it’s just not feasible to find the time in an itinerary, so Agafay give you the desert experience without having to travel too far

Sarah

By: Sarah Kingdom

Sarah Kingdom — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 14:27:31 +0000

In reply to Michael Morris.

Hi Michael,

I really enjoyed Skoura, it seems like quite a secret and undiscovered place, and Dar Ahlam was just sensational, a real oasis within an oasis.

Sarah

By: Ben

Ben — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:48:25 +0000

This is the first I’ve heard of the Agafay Desert. That’s really glam Glamping.

By: Michael Morris

Michael Morris — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:37:51 +0000

It may be because of those old films that I’ve watched where thirsty travellers trekking across the desert are desperate to find an oasis and water.

Visiting an oasis has always appealed to my inner traveller. Skoura would fit the bill nicely.