Why Is Chefchaouen Blue? The Real Story and Theories
So, why is Chefchaouen blue? There is no single confirmed answer. Locals, guides and writers give several explanations, from a Jewish tradition to the color of heaven, and none of them is proven. This guide explains the main theories, what we know for certain about the town, and how to see it on a trip. […]
Largest City in Morocco: Casablanca Facts for Travelers
The largest city in Morocco is Casablanca, the big Atlantic port that many travelers see first when they land in Morocco. It is the country’s economic and business center, but it is not the capital. This guide explains the facts about the largest city in Morocco, how it compares with Rabat, Marrakech and Fes, and […]
Is Marrakech Worth Visiting? A Local Guide to the Red City
Is Marrakech worth visiting? Yes, for most travelers it is. Marrakech gives you a historic medina, grand palaces, gardens, and the energy of one of the busiest squares in Morocco, all within a short ride of the Atlas Mountains and the desert. This guide explains what you will see, who enjoys it most, how many […]
Is Morocco in Africa? Facts Every Traveler Should Know
Is Morocco in Africa? Yes. Morocco is a country in North Africa, in the northwest corner of the African continent. Many travelers get confused for three reasons. Morocco feels close to Europe, it has an Arab and Amazigh culture, and it sits only a short sea crossing from Spain. This guide explains where Morocco is […]
Erg Chebbi vs Erg Chigaga: Which Sahara Dunes Are Right for You?
Erg Chebbi vs Erg Chigaga: this is the choice almost every traveler faces when planning a Sahara trip in Morocco. Both are real sand seas, both give you a night in a desert camp under the stars, and both are far from the city noise. The difference is in the journey, the crowd and the […]
Stargazing in Merzouga: Best Time, Moon and Tips
Stargazing in Merzouga is one of the best parts of a night in the Sahara. The dunes of Erg Chebbi are far from any city, the air is dry, and the sky above your camp is full of stars. This guide explains the best time for stargazing in Merzouga, how the moon changes the view, […]
Darija Phrases for Travelers: Words to Use in Morocco
Darija phrases are the fastest way to make friends in Morocco. Darija is the everyday language of Moroccans, and a few words in it bring a smile in a shop, a taxi or a riad. This guide gives you Darija phrases for greetings, the souk, food, directions and numbers, written the way they sound. DarijaMoroccan […]
Cash in Morocco: Do You Need It? ATMs, Cards and Tips
Yes, you need cash in Morocco. Cards work in big hotels and modern restaurants, but taxis, souks and small cafés expect dirhams in your hand. This guide explains how much cash in Morocco you really need, where to get it and where a card is enough. It also covers the road and the desert, where […]
Sunset in Morocco: 5 Best Places to Watch It
A sunset in Morocco can be a camel caravan on a golden dune, a wall above the Atlantic or a hill above a blue town. This guide covers the best places to watch a sunset in Morocco, with the time you need, how to get there and what to bring. We start with the Sahara, […]
Morocco in Summer: Is It Too Hot? Heat by Region
Morocco in summer is hot in the cities and the desert, but it is not hot everywhere. Marrakech and the Sahara see the highest temperatures, while the Atlantic coast and the northern mountains stay much cooler. This guide shows the average heat in each region, how to plan your days and what to wear, so […]