The Archive

Practical, first-hand travel writing.

• Is the Agafay Desert Worth It? Agafay vs the Sahara from Marrakech2026-06-28
• Are the Ouzoud Falls Worth a Day Trip from Marrakech?2026-06-28
• How Many Days in Marrakech, and Which Day Trips (Atlas, Agafay, Ourika, Ouzoud, Essaouira) Are Worth It?2026-06-27
• Planning a Marrakech Trip for the 2030 FIFA World Cup — What's Confirmed, When to Book & What to See2026-06-27
• Is Marrakech Safe for Solo Female Travellers? An Honest, Balanced Guide to the Medina Hassle, What to Wear & How to Handle It2026-06-27
• Do You Need to Book Marrakech Attraction Tickets in Advance? Jardin Majorelle, the YSL Museum & Bahia Palace, and How Timed Entry Works2026-06-27
• What Should You Not Miss on a First Trip to Morocco — and What Can You Safely Skip?2026-06-27
• What Are the Common Scams in Marrakech, and How Do You Avoid Them?2026-06-27
• How to Get from Marrakech to Ouarzazate — Bus, Grand Taxi & Private Car2026-06-25
• Money in Marrakech — Dirhams, ATMs, Cards & Exchange Explained2026-06-24
• How to Get from Marrakech to Fes — Train, Bus, Car & Flight2026-06-24
• Is Marrakech Overwhelming? An Honest Guide to the Medina, Souks & Hassle2026-06-23
• Merzouga vs Zagora — Which Sahara Desert Should You Visit?2026-06-01
• Morocco Festivals Calendar — Key Events by Month2026-06-01
• Staying in a Moroccan Desert Camp — What to Expect2026-06-01
• Marrakech Food Guide — What to Eat, Where to Eat It2026-06-01
• Morocco Photography Spots — Where to Find the Best Shots2025-12-01
• Chefchaouen — The Blue City: A Complete Guide2025-11-02
• Morocco with Kids — Family Travel Guide by Marrakech Tours2025-10-08
• Shopping the Marrakech Souks — What to Buy, Where & How to Bargain2025-09-14
• Aït Ben Haddou — The Complete Visitor's Guide2025-08-20
• The Moroccan Mint Tea Ritual — History, Etiquette and How It's Made2025-07-01
• Driving in Morocco — What Every Visitor Should Know2025-06-12
• The Classic 7-Day Morocco Itinerary — Day by Day2025-05-05
• Best Riads in Marrakech — A Curated Selection2025-04-18
• Marrakech in Winter: Sunny Days, Snowy Atlas2025-04-07
• Marrakech for Couples: A Romantic Break Guide2025-04-06
• Marrakech in Summer: How to Beat the Heat2025-04-06
• How Many Days in Marrakech? A Trip-Length Planning Guide2025-04-05
• Marrakech on a Budget — Free Things to Do & Money-Saving Tips2025-04-03
• Things to Know Before Visiting Marrakech — Tips, Etiquette & Common Surprises2025-03-30
• Getting Around Marrakech — Taxis, the Medina, Calèches & Transfers2025-03-28
• Morocco on a Budget — Real Daily Costs & Money-Saving Tips2025-03-22
• Where to Stay in Marrakech — A Neighbourhood Guide2025-03-22
• The Best Time to Visit Marrakech — A Month-by-Month Guide2025-03-20
• What to Pack for Morocco — A Seasonal Packing List2025-02-14
• Is Morocco Safe in 2026? An Honest Traveller's Guide2025-01-10
• Essaouira Weekend Guide: Ramparts, Wind, Gnaoua and Riads2024-09-28
• High Atlas Mountains Day Trip from Marrakech: Imlil, Ourika & What to Expect2024-09-03
• Moroccan Food Beyond Tagine: What to Order and Where2024-08-15
• Walking the Fes Medina: A Practical Guide2024-07-08
• How to Haggle in the Moroccan Souks — Etiquette, Prices and Phrases2024-06-20
• Sahara Desert Camps Explained — Standard vs Luxury, Erg Chebbi vs Erg Chigaga2024-05-12
• Marrakech in Three Days — A Practical Itinerary2024-04-05
• How Much to Tip in Morocco — A Practical Guide2024-03-10

Experiences, sights and neighbourhoods.

• Things to Do in Marrakech
• Best Day Trips from Marrakech
• Marrakech in 3 Days: The Perfect Itinerary
• Things to Do in Marrakech with Kids
• Marrakech in a Day: A One-Day Itinerary
• Marrakech Nightlife: Things to Do After Dark
• Marrakech Gardens: The Best Gardens to Visit
• Things to Do in Fes
• Things to Do in Chefchaouen
• Things to Do in Essaouira
• Things to Do in Agadir
• Things to Do in Tangier
• Things to Do in Merzouga
• Things to Do in Ouarzazate
• Things to Do in Meknes
• Things to Do in Rabat
• Things to Do in Casablanca
• Things to Do in Asilah
• Things to Do in Imlil
• Things to Do in Taghazout
• Things to Do in Ifrane
• Things to Do at Ouzoud Falls
• Things to Do in Dakhla
• Things to Do in Todra Gorge
• Things to Do in Taroudant
• Things to Do in the Ourika Valley
• Things to Do in the Agafay Desert
• Cooking Classes & Food Experiences in Marrakech
• Activities & Things to Do in Marrakech
• Marrakech Street Food Tour: A Guide to Eating in the Medina
• Agafay Quad Biking & Buggy Tours from Marrakech
• Jardin Majorelle: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Blue Garden
• Bahia Palace: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's 19th-Century Palace
• Saadian Tombs: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Royal Necropolis
• Koutoubia Mosque: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Iconic Minaret
• El Badi Palace: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Ruined Saadian Palace
• Ben Youssef Madrasa: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Quranic College
• Menara Gardens: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Olive Groves & Pavilion
• Marrakech Hot-Air Balloon Guide: Sunrise Flights Over the Plains & Atlas
• Marrakech Calèche Guide: Riding the Green Horse-Drawn Carriages
• The Mellah & Spice Square: A Guide to Marrakech's Jewish Quarter and Place des Épices
• Marrakech Museum & Almoravid Koubba: A Guide to Two Medina Treasures
• Maison de la Photographie de Marrakech: A Guide to the Vintage Photo Museum
• The Marrakech Hammam & Spa Guide: The Traditional Steam-Bath Ritual
• Jemaa el-Fna: A Guide to Marrakech's Legendary Main Square
• The Best Sunset Spots in Marrakech: Rooftops, Gardens & Golden-Hour Views
• Le Jardin Secret: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Restored Medina Garden
• Sidi Ghanem: A Guide to Marrakech's Design & Concept-Store District
• Marrakech Festivals & Events: A Guide to the City's Biggest Dates
• Tiskiwin Museum (Musée Tiskiwin): A Guide to Bert Flint's Marrakech-to-Timbuktu Collection
• Marrakech Contemporary Art: A Guide to Galleries, Museums & the Art Scene
• Palmeraie Camel Ride Guide: A Taste of the Desert Near Marrakech
• The Tanneries of Marrakech: A Guide to Bab Debbagh and Traditional Leather
• ANIMA, the Garden of André Heller: A Visiting Guide to Marrakech's Art Garden
• Dar Si Said (National Museum of Weaving and Carpets): A Guide to Marrakech's Palace of Moroccan Textiles

Plan the trip — when, where and how.

• The Best Time to Visit Morocco
• Is Morocco Safe to Visit?
• Morocco Visa & Entry Requirements
• What to Pack for Morocco
• Morocco Travel Costs & Budget
• Getting Around Morocco
• Moroccan Food & Drink
• Morocco Etiquette & Customs
• Morocco Itinerary: 7 Days
• Morocco Itinerary: 10 Days
• SIM Cards & Internet in Morocco
• Travelling in Morocco During Ramadan
• Morocco for Women Travellers
• Morocco with Kids: A Family Travel Guide
• Morocco Photography Guide
• Moroccan Arabic & French Phrases for Travellers
• Morocco Honeymoon Guide
• Morocco Itinerary: 14 Days — The Grand Two-Week Route
• Sahara Desert Tour Guide: Merzouga, Chigaga & Zagora
• Trekking the Atlas Mountains: Toubkal, Imlil & Beyond
• Surfing in Morocco: Taghazout, Agadir & Imsouane
• Things to Do in Marrakech: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Fes: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Chefchaouen: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Essaouira: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Agadir: The Essential Guide
• Shopping in the Marrakech Souks: What to Buy & Fair Prices
• Things to Do in Rabat: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Tangier: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Casablanca: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Ouarzazate: The Essential Guide
• Things to Do in Meknes: The Essential Guide
• Morocco in Winter: What to Expect & Where to Go
• Marrakech in Summer: Beating the Heat & Where to Escape
• Marrakech to Merzouga: Routes, Times & Transport Options
• Morocco Solo Travel: An Honest Guide
• Morocco Family Itinerary: 10 Days with Children
• How Many Days Do You Need in Morocco?
• Best Time to Visit Marrakech
• Best Time to Visit the Sahara in Morocco
• Morocco Travel Checklist: Everything to Do Before You Go
• Getting from Casablanca Airport (CMN) to Your Destination
• Morocco Travel Insurance: What You Need & Why
• eSIMs for Morocco: The Traveller's Guide to Staying Connected
• Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Morocco?
• What to Wear in Morocco: Dress Code for Travellers
• Morocco Public Holidays & Festivals
• Best Beaches in Morocco
• Where to Stay in Morocco: Riads, Hotels & Desert Camps
• Moroccan Souvenirs: What to Buy in the Marrakech Souks
• Morocco with a Baby or Toddler: A Practical Guide
• Morocco Road Trip Guide: Routes, Tips & What to Expect
• Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech: The Complete Route Guide
• Best Time to Visit Fes: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect
• Morocco Camel Trekking: How to Plan the Perfect Sahara Ride
• Moroccan Cooking Classes: What to Expect & Where to Book
• Best Time to Visit Chefchaouen: Season, Weather & Practical Tips

Day-by-day routes you can follow.

• Marrakech Itinerary: 1 Day in the Red City
• Marrakech Itinerary: 2 Days in the Red City
• Marrakech Itinerary: 3 Days in the Red City
• Marrakech Long Weekend: 3 Days, Friday to Sunday
• Marrakech Itinerary: 4 Days + High Atlas Day Trip
• Marrakech + Essaouira: 4 Days, City & Coast
• Marrakech + Sahara: 5 Days to the Dunes & Back
• Marrakech with Day Trips: 5 Days from One Base
• Marrakech 7-Day Morocco Itinerary: City, Atlas & Sahara
• Marrakech 10-Day Grand Tour: Cities, Desert & Coast
• Marrakech, the Atlas & Essaouira: 7-Day City, Mountains & Coast Loop

Honest side-by-side decisions.

• Marrakech vs Fes: Which Imperial City Should You Visit?
• Merzouga vs Zagora: Which Moroccan Desert Should You Choose?
• Marrakech vs Essaouira: Red City or Atlantic Coast?
• Chefchaouen vs Fes: Blue City or Ancient Medina?
• Fes vs Meknes: Two Imperial Cities, One Itinerary Decision
• Agadir vs Essaouira: Which Atlantic Coast City Is Right for You?
• Marrakech vs Agadir: Imperial City or Beach Resort?
• Sahara vs Atlas Mountains: Which Morocco Landscape Should You Choose?
• Casablanca vs Rabat: Business Metropolis or Royal Capital?
• Essaouira vs Taghazout: Atlantic Surf Town or Gnawa Port?
• Fes vs Tangier: Ancient Medina or Gateway to Africa?
• Marrakech vs Chefchaouen: Red City or Blue Pearl?
• Ouarzazate vs Merzouga: Kasbah Country or Saharan Dunes?
• Morocco vs Egypt: Which North African Country Should You Visit?
• Where to Stay in Marrakech: Medina vs Gueliz
• Agafay vs Merzouga: Which Desert from Marrakech?
• Riad vs Hotel in Marrakech: Which Should You Book?
• Jardin Majorelle vs Le Jardin Secret: Which Marrakech Garden?
• Bahia Palace vs El Badi Palace: Which Marrakech Palace to Visit?

Cities, deserts and the coast.

• Marrakech
• Fes
• Chefchaouen
• Sahara & Merzouga
• Essaouira
• Atlas Mountains
• Tangier
• Ouarzazate & Aït Ben Haddou
• Casablanca
• Rabat
• Meknes
• Agadir
• Dadès & Todra Gorges
• Ouzoud Falls
• Agafay Desert
• Ourika Valley
• Asilah
• Zagora
• Imlil
• Taroudant
• Taghazout
• Ifrane
• Dakhla
• Skoura
• Tinghir
• Oualidia
• Volubilis & Moulay Idriss
• Midelt
• Sidi Ifni
• El Jadida
• Azrou
• Moulay Bousselham
• Tétouan
• Tafraout
• Mirleft
• Larache
• Béni Mellal
• Rissani
• M'Hamid el Ghizlane
• Aït Bougmez Valley
• Akchour
• Saïdia

Private, tailor-made journeys.

• Medina & Souks, On Foot
• Marrakech After Dark — Food Tour
• The Marrakech Hammam Ritual
• Majorelle, YSL & the Palaces
• Atlas Mountains & Ourika Valley
• Agafay Desert Sunset
• Essaouira by the Sea
• Aït Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate
• Sunrise Hot-air Balloon
• The Three Valleys of the Atlas
• Marrakech by Night — Vintage Sidecar