Where to go in Morocco and how to do it well. Read about the must-see places, from Marrakech and Chefchaouen to the UNESCO heritage of El Jadida, together with coastal gems, Middle Atlas hiking trails and Atlas wildlife. We share practical advice for first-time visitors, winter and autumn trips, walking tours of the medinas, souk bargaining and sustainable packing, plus news about airports and tourism and travel guides for Moroccan passport holders.
A Sahara trip in Morocco starts well before the camel ride across the dunes of Merzouga or Erg Chigaga. Most disappointments come from decisions made too late, not from the desert itself: an undecided gateway town, an unconfirmed camp level, or a daypack built for heat that forgets the cold after sunset. This guide sets … Read more
Imperial cities like Marrakech, Fez, Meknes, and Rabat each carry a different century on their shoulders, and the traveler who rushes between them sees only walls; the one who slows down sees what is inside. Why the order of your route changes everything The 4 imperial cities, Marrakech, Fez, Rabat, and Meknes, each once served … Read more
Coastal medinas north of Agadir are Morocco’s best-kept summer secret, where Atlantic winds cut the heat, the alleys stay walkable, and the fish on your plate was in the sea that morning. Why the Atlantic coast changes everything in August The Atlantic coast offers a completely different environment in summer. Cities like Essaouira, Agadir, and … Read more
African handball has found a spiritual home in Morocco, and nowhere makes you feel it more physically, more completely, than Marrakech. Why Marrakech and African handball belong together Marrakech is not a city that sits still. Its streets move, its souks roar, and its sports culture runs deep. African handball may travel across the continent … Read more
Mountain trails near Azilal hide a side of Morocco that postcards never show: raw peaks, deep gorges, and Berber villages alive at sunrise in July. Why Azilal is a hiking base worth knowing Azilal is a provincial capital in the centre of the Atlas Mountains, about a 2.5-hour drive from Marrakech. Most travellers pass it … Read more
Moroccan mountain villages hold a secret that the coast cannot match: while July pushes seaside temperatures above 40°C, the highlands breathe cool air, smell of wild herbs, and move at a pace that changes everything. Imlil: the gateway that earns its reputation Imlil sits at 1,740 metres in the High Atlas, about 60 kilometres south … Read more
Ryanair is pulling back sharply from Belgium this winter, and Moroccan destinations are squarely in the firing line. The Irish low-cost carrier has confirmed a sweeping reduction of its Belgian schedule for the 2026-2027 winter season, a move that directly threatens several routes connecting Belgium to Morocco. Travelers planning winter trips to the kingdom from … Read more
Surfing Morocco in summer is not what most people expect, and that is exactly the point. What summer actually delivers on the Atlantic coast Summer runs from June to August and brings smaller waves with warmer water sitting between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius. That shift in conditions changes everything. The experienced surfers who pack … Read more
Agadir weekend travel feels different in June, when the Atlantic coast balances golden warmth with a sea breeze that makes everything, from the long sandy promenade to a quiet corner of Souk El Had, feel exactly right. Why June is the right moment In June, Agadir sees growing energy at its beaches, restaurants, and attractions, … Read more
Every spring, a small town in southern Morocco transforms into one of the most fragrant and colorful destinations on the continent. The Rose Festival Morocco 2026 takes place in Kelaat M’Gouna, officially known as the Rose Capital of Morocco, deep in the Dades Valley between the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara. The whole region comes … Read more