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Moroccoo is an Arab country in North Africa with a population of 33,757,175. It has a coast on the Atlantic Ocean that reaches past the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea. The minute you set foot in the country you know you’ve arrived somewhere very different. Spend a weekend in a luxury riad in Marrakesh, Fès or Rabat, exorcise your shopping demons in some of the most colourful markets in the world, or indulge in some off-piste desert driving over sugar-soft dunes… And this fantastically varied destination is barely three hours flying time from Europe

Entries Tagged as 'Morocco'

Ten Essential Things To Do When You Visit Morocco

September 7th, 2008 · No Comments

This northwestern African kingdom is known for its culture, language, cuisine, and storied attractions. A former French protectorate, Morroco is the fifth most economically active country in Africa. There is much to see, hear, taste, and do in Morocco, and none of it is confined to the kasbahs.

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Tags: Africa · Morocco · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

What Travelers Should Do Outside Their Hotels in Agadir

February 22nd, 2008 · No Comments

Quite different from other typical Moroccan cities, Agadir’s beauty might appear odd to some travelers. Having in mind that the Kingdom of Morocco is home to a number of ancient wonders, many tourists find the modern architecture and lifestyle in Agadir utterly peculiar. The streets, houses, and hotels in Agadir exhibit designs that totally deviate from traditional Moroccan structures. This set-up actually resulted from a destructive earthquake in 1961.

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Tags: Africa · Morocco