by Lynn Sheppard | Apr 21, 2015 | Morocco Articles
Sitting on the northwestern tip of Africa and exhibiting the impact of centuries as a melting pot of African, European and Arabian cultures, Morocco seems so exotic yet is surprisingly accessible. A conscious push to welcome airlines and visitors from key markets such...
by Lynn Sheppard | Apr 7, 2015 | Morocco Articles
Whether you are looking to retrace the route of Crosby, Stills & Nash’s Marrakesh Express, seeking a luxury break in internationally acclaimed hotels with spas and golf courses, or you are looking for a little spice and adventure, Morocco has a lot to offer...
by Amanda Ponzio-Mouttaki | Mar 24, 2015 | Atlas Mountains, Chefchaouen, Morocco Articles
While many people know Morocco for its labyrinthian cities, bubbling tajines, or never-ending shopping options, there’s another resource that makes this country so appealing. For people who would rather get away from the cities, some of the best hiking...
by Maria Inês Pinto | Mar 20, 2015 | Marrakesh, Monuments & Sites, Morocco Articles
It’s 1578 and Morocco is at war with Portugal. On a fateful August day, the Moroccan forces wipe out 26,000 Portuguese men including the army’s commander, King Don Sebastian. Morocco’s commander, Sultan Abd El Malik survives to witness his kingdom’s crushing victory...
by Lucas Peters | Mar 16, 2015 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
Many places in Morocco lend themselves to amazing photos. Whether you are an amateur or semi-pro, getting superb landscape (or even people shots) adds to the depth of your experience and helps to bring your trip back to life once you are home again. I’ve gone...
by Maria Inês Pinto | Mar 6, 2015 | Marrakesh, Monuments & Sites, Morocco Articles
If you walk too quickly through the busy streets of the Marrakesh medina, you may just miss out on one of its biggest treasures. Once the largest Quranic school in North Africa, the facade of the stunning Medersa Ben Youssef (Ben Youssef Madrasa) blends too easily...