Archive for March, 2008

Cycle Morocco: What You’ll See Biking in Morocco

Thursday, March 27th, 2008

One of the highlights to a Moroccan holiday is taking in the beautiful scenery: A seasoning of California’s topography, Arizona’s rocky variance and Florida’s temperatures gives would-be visitors a vicarious notion of Morocco. One of the finest ways to take it all in–slowly and at your own pace–is a Morocco bike tour through, around and in Morocco. (more…)

Trekking Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains

Tuesday, March 25th, 2008

The High Atlas Mountains are located in central Morocco which is part of the North African continent. There are three distinct sections to this mountain range. The western portion of the High Atlas Mountains stretches out from the Atlantic Ocean. This is the oldest section of the entire mountain range with a high point at Jbel Toubkal which stands at 4,167 meters. The summit can sometimes be viewed from the nearby city of Marrakech. The High Atlas Mountains in Morocco provide some of the most picturesque scenery in the world. The canyons, ravines, and gorges created from the mountain formation create an ambiance setting that is unlike any other place in the world. (more…)

Trekking in Morocco: M’Goun & the Ait Bouguemez Valley (Part II)

Friday, March 21st, 2008

If hiking or trekking in the High Atlas Mountains has you worried about too many ups, with the almighty knee-busting downs, do not fret. You can still hike or trek in Morocco. By definition, Morocco offers up a number of superb hikes, so you’ll have no problem choosing a route. Depending on the number of days, how little oxygen you slurp, personal fitness and the weather, there’s an option for everyone. One Morocco trek getting scores of attention recently ”but nothing like the high-season throngs of hiking Mt. Toubkal in the High Atlas Mountains is the M’Goun summit along Morocco’s Ait Bouguemez Valley. (more…)

Morocco’s “Little Switzerland”

Thursday, March 20th, 2008

It’s been a long winter. You are looking forward to a vacation in a new and exotic place. But your partner says they want to go skiing. Besides, you promised skiing this year as the beaches have lost there aura with you. The answer to all your holiday woes is a Morocco holiday. (more…)

Morocco Travel

Tuesday, March 18th, 2008

“A whole new and exotic world. Different than anything I’ve ever encountered.” This is the feeling repeatedly expressed by foreign travelers after traveling to Morocco. The rousing sights, smells and sounds besiege your senses. Visitors are treated to an array of vibrant cities and landscapes. Tangier, Casablanca and Marrakesh are among the most popular urban destinations. Live the life of luxury by staying in a Riad found throughout Marrakesh, Fes or even Rabat. Or, spend some time shopping in the polychromatic markets sprinkled between Tangier, Casablanca and Marrakech. (more…)

Morocco Trekking: Toubkal National Park

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

One of the most spectacular places on earth is the Toubkal National Park near Marrakech, Morocco. Picturesque backdrops of the beautiful city await tourists embarking on a hiking morocco adventure. This is the ideal place for nature lovers, hikers, family and friends to come together for a relaxing day in the almost year-round Moroccan sunshine. (more…)

Essaouria Morocco

Monday, March 10th, 2008

Setting on Morocco’s Atlantic Coast, Essaouria, Morocco is an exciting city that is deeply traditional and excitingly young. A place that has a strong connection to its past, and feet firmly in the present. Essaouria came to about 3000 years ago, when the Phoenicians appeared. It’s eclectic past is filled with rich historical events. It even was a popular place for pirates. Once well known for its sugar molasses exports, today’s city, of approximately 70,000 people, is much younger in feel and attitude. (more…)

Visiting Historical Morocco

Thursday, March 6th, 2008

Let’s say that you are a multifarious traveler looking for a trip that will meet your diverse, dare we say Eclectic needs. You might head to France, but you are not interested in the haute couture or the Louvre. You would rather explore caves. Next, let us say that you are interested in Stonehenge, but the depressing fog of England will not sprite up your mood. Or, how about Spain or Portugal with its Moorish architecture? Too many tourists and the historical tales only begin when Spain took over the region. What about a trip to Morocco? Morocco has pre-historic cliffs and caves, Roman ruins, thriving medieval cities, and tribes in the mountains who seem to be stuck in time.
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