by Amanda Ponzio-Mouttaki | Oct 9, 2015 | Morocco Articles
As the official language of some 26 Middle Eastern and North African countries, Arabic is one of the most spoken languages in the world and one of the officially recognized languages of international organizations such as NATO, the United Nations, and the Arab League....
by Amanda Ponzio-Mouttaki | Oct 5, 2015 | Moroccan Recipes, Morocco Articles, Morocco Food
When most people think of Moroccan food two things come to mind; tagine and couscous. But, there is a wide range of Moroccan recipes that never find their way to restaurant menus. In fact you’ll typically only find these dishes served in homes. This is one...
by Maria Inês Pinto | Sep 24, 2015 | Fez, Morocco Articles
No one visits Fez without passing by Bab Boujloud at least once. It is virtually impossible, as the gate (bab in Arabic) serves as an excellent navigation point for the lost wanderers trying to find their way through the busy streets of the Fez medina. But Bab...
by DJ Yabis | Sep 18, 2015 | Morocco Articles
“Konichiwaaaa!” the Moroccans shouted at us while walking through the maze of the medina in Essaouira, our first stop in Morocco. At first I was perplexed why they all think we’re Japanese. But that’s usually how it is when you’re traveling as an Asian abroad. In some...
by Maria Inês Pinto | Jun 25, 2015 | Morocco Articles
Thinking of traveling to Morocco but don’t know how to start planning everything? We’ve got you covered. From full-fledged travel guides to insightful documentaries, covering language books and helpful tips for you trip, we’ve compiled a list of the top 15 travel...
by Lynn Sheppard | Jun 18, 2015 | Morocco Articles
Morocco offers a unique blend of African and Middle Eastern exoticism yet is comfortably close to European capitals and surprisingly well-connected to long haul hubs. The arrival of globally renowned luxury hotel brands, the development of golfing and wellness tourism...