What to Give as Gifts in Morocco

Whenever a family member returns to Morocco from abroad, it’s a good bet that half of their luggage is made up of gifts. While Moroccans have access to almost all of the same conveniences as those in the United States, Canada or Europe, the quality is often inferior....

How to Choose the Perfect Accommodations in Morocco

Even the global nomad needs a roof over his or her head. Finding a place to rest after a long day of adventure is not always an easy task though. Luckily for those on a holiday to Morocco, the selection is almost endless—from virtually free hostels to swanky,...

Asilah Arts Festival

Like most towns in Morocco, Asilah has a walled medina. But in Asilah, the walls are painted with colorful, elaborate murals. For the last thirty two years, the Asilah Arts Festival has rehabilitated and promoted the city of Asilah by fostering artists from around the...

The Fint Oasis, Morocco

If the Moroccan town of Ouarzazate is the “Door of the Desert,” then the Fint Oasis, located 10 kilometers south, might well be the desert’s garden. It is nearly impossible to imagine, departing from Ouarzazate and traversing the dry, desolate terrain of the...