Study Abroad Groups in Morocco: A Planning Guide
Every semester, thousands of university students travel to Morocco as study abroad groups, exchange cohorts, and floating campuses like Semester at Sea. Planning a trip for study abroad groups in Morocco takes more coordination than a standard vacation. Program calendars, group sizes, and safety expectations all shape the route. This guide covers the practical side […]
Semester at Sea Morocco Itinerary (Fall 2026): 4 Days from Tangier to the Sahara
Semester at Sea’s Fall 2026 voyage docks in Tangier from September 22 to 27, which gives students a real window to see more of Morocco than a single port day allows. This Semester at Sea Morocco itinerary is built around that schedule: four days covering the Blue City, the Atlas Mountains, a night in the […]
A Day in the Life of a Berber Nomad in the Sahara
Most visitors come to the Moroccan Sahara for the dunes. They want photographs, camel treks, and beautiful sunsets. All of that is real and worth experiencing. However, you should step away from the tourist camps. Spend time closer to the people who actually live here. You will quickly realize the desert is not empty. It […]
What to Pack for the Sahara Desert: Layers, Nights, and the Stuff People Forget
The Sahara has a way of catching people off guard. Most travelers picture relentless heat and pack accordingly, then find themselves shivering around the campfire a few hours after sunset. The desert runs on extremes, scorching by day, genuinely cold by night, and packing well means preparing for both rather than just one. Layers Are […]