Wondering what to buy in Morocco and where to buy it? Discover my top tips for haggling in the souks and finding high-quality goods in this guide to shopping in Morocco. From colourful lanterns and hand-woven rugs to aromatic spices and traditional ceramics, Morocco’s souks and markets are filled with inspiring finds. Personally, I find…
If you’re a foodie travelling to North Africa, discover 10 Moroccan dishes to try during your culinary adventure. Bursting with flavour, Moroccan cuisine blends Andalusian, Arabian and French influences, as well as traditions from the indigenous Amazigh people. The country’s culinary heritage has long been celebrated beyond its borders. In fact, there are restaurants around the globe…
Wondering what to take to Morocco on your solo adventure? Discover everything you need to bring (and what you can leave at home) in this Morocco packing guide for solo travellers. Deciding what to pack for Morocco isn’t easy, particularly if you’re travelling to multiple destinations. But I’m here to help, with more than 10…
One question I see popping up time and time again is whether to visit Agafay vs Sahara on a solo trip to Morocco. Both of these desert regions offer incredible experiences. But they really are like chalk and cheese. Their landscapes are completely different and while one is really remote, the other is just a…
Looking for the best places to stay in Rabat for solo travellers? The Moroccan capital can feel like a breath of fresh air after the organised chaos of Casablanca and it’s a place I have visited several times as a solo traveller. In its Ville Nouvelle, you’ll find wide boulevards lined with colonial French buildings….
Looking for the best places to stay in Casablanca for solo travellers? As the country’s biggest city, Casablanca can be overwhelming, particularly if you’re travelling solo around Morocco. In contrast to places like Marrakech and Fes, the sightseeing isn’t concentrated in a medina. Instead, Casa’s museums and architectural landmarks are scattered throughout the city. This…
Travelling from Marrakech to Fes via the Sahara is one of Morocco’s most popular itineraries and (in my opinion) deservedly so. It takes in two historically rich cities and spectacular desert landscapes, as well as an ancient ksar that’s straight out of a film set. The route passes by the dramatic gorges of Dades and…
Looking for ways to explore Morocco on a budget? Discover 12 of my top tips for solo travellers looking for an affordable adventure in this North African nation. Having explored all over the world as a solo traveller, I’d say that Morocco lies somewhere in the middle budget-wise. It’s not super cheap or super expensive….
Worried about common Morocco tourist scams as a solo traveller? This article is all about understanding what they are and how to avoid them. I genuinely love Morocco and have had so many incredible experiences in the country, many of which have revealed the best of humankind. Whether it’s travelling solo in remote regions, chatting…
If you’re travelling solo in Morocco and exploring the north of the country, chances are, you’ll end up taking a train at some point during your trip. On my first visit to Morocco back in 2014, I got straight off my long-haul flight in Casablanca and stepped onto a train. Over the last 10 years,…