by Lucas Peters | Jun 22, 2013 | Jewish Morocco, Morocco Articles
I have always been drawn to and interested in the Jewish history and culture of Morocco. And, while I am by far not an expert, once you’ve been in Morocco awhile, one begins to uncover some fantastic and even hidden places where the Diaspora once lived, traded,...
by Lucas Peters | May 29, 2013 | Morocco Articles
One of the great benefits of working in Morocco is the opportunity to explore (and re-discover) places that I once frequented but might not have visited in awhile. One of these places is the remote Central Atlas of Morocco – the home of Mount (Jbel) Mgoun, the...
by Silvia | Apr 3, 2013 | Casablanca, Morocco Articles
Does your ideal vacation prioritize art galleries and architecture over adventure? Would you rather sip cocktails than scale sand dunes? Does your travel itinerary look better with art deco-style buildings, museums and discos? Then Morocco is calling you. Casablanca...
by Brinda | Apr 1, 2013 | Morocco Articles
With its lively markets and landscapes straight out of motion pictures, Morocco is a magical place in children’s eyes. The compact size of the country and friendly people make traveling with kids enjoyable and rewarding. Though children might tire of typical adult...
by Silvia | Mar 20, 2013 | Morocco Articles
Mount Zalagh looms high over Fez, looking down on the crowded city and its narrow, winding alleys. A world away from the hustle and bustle of one of the most densely populated areas in Morocco, Mount Zalagh, covered with olive groves and scented by wild lavender,...
by Brinda | Mar 12, 2013 | Morocco Articles
Morocco’s souks are filled with colorful treasures, among them, a wide variety of pottery. Vases and pots, decorated with colorful etchings, sit for sale alongside tagines, the conical-shaped cooking pots typical of Moroccan cuisine. Three cities—Fez, Meknes and,...