A Maze of History: Taourirt Kasbah in Morocco
Venture off into the edge of Ouarzazate and discover one of Morocco’s most spectacular historical legacies of wealth and power. Just on the edge of this quiet Moroccan city, you’ll find Taourirt Kasbah, a citadel set against the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains. As far...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...Touring Morocco’s Diverse Landscape
In many ways, travels to Morocco are defined by a trip to the Sahara Desert, which makes up the southern half of the country. But Morocco is also defined by its impressive mountains and rich cultural heritage. To appreciate the beauty, vastness and diversity of the...Don’t Rock the Kasbah! Viewing the Ancient Past
If you’re looking at traveling or going on a tour to Morocco, read about the thousand Kasbahs that have been officially recognized in Morocco. Over a third of them are in Ouarzazate and the surrounding areas. Ait Ben Haddou and Kelaa El Megouna are two of the...Morocco Travel Guides
Favorite Morocco Guidebooks
Written and photographed by JBT Director, Lucas Peters, the 3rd edition of Moon Morocco is a detailed, full-colored country guidebook. Guaranteed to inspire travel lust, this edition is a wonderful companion for you while you’re in the planning stages or already in-country.
The 1st edition of Marrakesh & Beyond is a handy pocket-sized traveler. A complimentary guidebook to Moon Morocco, this guide dives deeper into the mysterious souks of the famed “Red City.” With a detailed shopping guide, handy fold-out map, and itineraries for day-tripping from Marrakesh, Lucas brings us another great resource for Morocco!