One of Morocco's defining characteristics is its riads: homestays with a traditional twist. Riads give travellers everything from convenience and comfort to cultural immersion, all presented in a unique, distinctive package.    Riads der…

Close your eyes and take in the sounds and sensations of Morocco in the latest Destination Morocco episode: a live walking tour of the beautiful coastal city of Essaouira. Zaid, our local guide with decades of experience, takes us through the w…

Casablanca and Rabat, separated by scarcely an hour's drive along the beautiful Atlantic coast, are Morocco's twin cities of misconception.   Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco, the wealthiest, the economic driver: the largest port in …

Marrakech is often the top destination in mind for travellers planning a trip to Morocco, and is perhaps the most famous and exotic place of all, evoking images of fabulous gardens, tea, rugs, Moroccan art and 60's counter-culture, all framed by sno…

Family travel, particularly with young kids, is an experience in itself, no matter what destination you're going to. Especially when you're coming from a background of travelling as adults or as a couple: adding kids to the mix presents a whole new …

One of the highlights of a visit to Morocco is getting a henna art design, something as authentically Moroccan as tagines and desert camping. More than just a decorative activity, henna has deep cultural roots in Morocco, particularly for women. It …

The south of Morocco typically comes 2nd to the north, which is an understandable question of practicality: the north is where so many of the famous sights are: Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Ifrane and, perhaps most of …

Morocco has a reputation both exciting and exotic, situated at the edge of Africa and of Europe. It is a place of wonder and mystery, yet has still had its moments in popular culture and history, from movies to WW2, football to film sets.   I…

Welcome to 2023, a year full of anticipation, especially for anyone considering visiting Morocco. You may have a trip fully booked and confirmed. Or, you may be seriously looking at a trip there, narrowing down your options and conducting your resea…

We welcome in the new year with lots of exciting upcoming plans and topics to share, and tremendous appreciation for our listeners since the start of the Destination Morocco podcast journey.   Azdean was recently at a conference in …