Morocco’s Atlantic coastline stretches over 1,800 kilometers from Tangier in the north to the disputed Western Sahara border in the south, creating one of Africa’s most diverse coastal hotel markets. This expansive shoreline encompasses everything from the cosmopolitan beaches of Casablanca to the windsurfing mecca of Essaouira, the resort developments of Agadir, and the emerging … Read more
Introduction to Tangier’s hotel landscape Tangier occupies a unique position among Moroccan cities, serving simultaneously as international port, cultural crossroads, and beach destination. The city’s hotel sector reflects this multifaceted character, offering everything from historic medina guesthouses to contemporary business hotels and beachfront resorts. Understanding Tangier’s distinct neighborhoods and their accommodation options helps travelers choose … Read more
The Mediterranean coastline of Morocco stretches over 500 kilometers from Saïdia near the Algerian border to the northern tip of Tangier, offering travelers a distinct alternative to the country’s more famous Atlantic shores. This region combines European proximity with authentic Moroccan character, creating a unique hospitality landscape that ranges from luxury resorts to charming boutique … Read more
The boutique accommodation movement in northern Morocco The transformation of traditional houses into boutique guesthouses represents one of Morocco’s most significant tourism developments over the past two decades. While Marrakech pioneered this model, northern Morocco’s medinas have increasingly seen similar renovations creating intimate properties that blend historical architecture with contemporary comfort. These boutique riads and … Read more
Understanding the M’diq-Martil resort zone The stretch of coastline between M’diq and Martil, approximately 25 kilometers from Tétouan, has developed into Morocco’s primary Mediterranean beach resort area over the past three decades. This zone experiences dramatic seasonal fluctuation, transforming from quiet coastal towns during winter months into packed resort destinations during July and August when … Read more
The Sahara covers 9 million square kilometers. Yet 95 percent of visitors experience the same 500-meter stretch of dunes near Merzouga, climbing the same “private” dune at sunset, eating the same tagine at the same drum-circle dinner, sleeping in the same tented camps with 50 other tourists. This is not the Sahara experience you deserve. … Read more
After staying in every riad category over 14 separate visits during the past decade, I can provide the most thorough assessment of this extraordinary property available anywhere. Royal Mansour opened in 2010 as a personal project of King Mohammed VI. The concept remains unique globally. The property functions as a medina within a medina, a … Read more
Planning effective Morocco desert itineraries requires balancing ambitious desert dreams with practical realities of distances, road conditions, and human endurance limits. After designing hundreds of desert routes and personally testing every major approach to the Sahara, I’ve identified itineraries that maximize desert experiences while maintaining sustainable pacing and incorporating the spectacular attractions that make routes … Read more
The riad concept confuses many first-time visitors. These are traditional Moroccan houses built around interior courtyards, invisible from the street, revealing their beauty only once you step through the door. The finest examples have been restored by international designers and now function as intimate hotels with typically 5 to 15 rooms. A private pool riad … Read more