In my time backpacking from here to there, I’ve met some real hardy folks who could survive on very little in pretty rough destinations. I do not count myself among their ranks. A week of constant hassling and harassment from Morocco’s tourism machine, I was in need of a mini getaway. Cue our short stay … More A Little Espana in my Tagine
From Tangier we are about a 4-5 hour transit to the small town of Chefchaoeun,which is most famous for its blue-washed Medina. As soon as you reach one of its modest gates, you are hit from floor to ceiling with every shade of blue/indigo you can imagine. The vibe here is definitely more laid back … More 50 Shades of Blue in Chefchouen
There’s no doubt that Morocco has had a pretty colourful history in its time, with its diverse culture being influenced by the nomadic Berbers, the powerful Almoravids, the rise of Islam, and the Christian influence from nearby Europe. Albeit small, Christianity’s historical influence does have a felt presence in Tangier, the Northern port city of … More Churches in a Muslim Majority Country
Tangier is a port city in the Mediterranean coast of Morocco. Gibraltar and Spain are bit a stone’s throw away, and on a clear day, you can see the coast in the distance. Historically, because the place was loosely governed at best it had a reputation for hosting artists, authors, rich Europeans, and other such … More Tangier – An Introduction
Morocco is located in the northwest corner of Africa, and its capital of Marrakech, has been historically nicknamed an “oasis in the desest”. When you land in Marrakech’s grand spanking new airport, you would likely agree. Its very grand, clean, uncrowded, with high ceilings, marble floors, and even a small courtyard with a chic French … More Tranquility in Marrakechi Riads and Gardens
