Essaouira was the second city I visited solo on my first trip to Morocco back in 2014. But it was the first city I felt truly comfortable in. I had flown into Casablanca and got straight on a train to Marrakech, arriving amidst the 40-degree heat of an August day. It was complete overwhelm! The…
In my experience, taking a cooking class in Morocco is one of the most rewarding activities a solo traveller can participate in. Beyond learning how to prepare iconic dishes like tagine, couscous and pastilla (a layered pastry dish), cooking classes are a fantastic way to connect with other travellers and Moroccans. I’ve done several cooking…
As Morocco continues its rise as one of the world’s most exciting cultural and adventure destinations, 2026 is the year to go. For solo travellers, the myth has well and truly been busted that Morocco is a “challenging” travel destination or one you have to visit as part of a guided tour. Lots of independent…
Morocco is rapidly rising in popularity as a favourite destination for digital nomads, solo workers and remote creatives. With fast-developing infrastructure, reliable co-working spaces and affordable living costs, it provides a culturally immersive “home base” on the doorstep of Europe. When I first arrived in Morocco back in 2014, it was as a digital nomad…
Planning your first trip to Morocco can feel overwhelming. I felt exactly the same before I touched down in Casablanca for the first time back in 2014. For starters, the country is incredibly diverse. It encompasses everything from sun-drenched surf beaches to dreamy desert landscapes and rugged mountain trails. Added to that, there are soooo…
If you’re exploring Morocco solo, Essaouira offers the perfect blend of calm, creativity and connection. This charming whitewashed town on Morocco’s Atlantic coast is far more relaxed than Marrakech or Fes, and honestly, it’s one of my favourite places in the country With its ocean breezes and windswept beaches, Essaouira always feels to me like…
Tucked away behind centuries-old walls, Essaouira exudes a relaxed, bohemian vibe that is uniquely its own. This coastal Moroccan city is rapidly gaining popularity as one of the country’s top tourist destinations and it’s easy to see why. Essaouira’s relaxed streets are filled with art galleries and eclectic cafes while radiating an overall feeling of…
Essaouira is one Moroccan city that I think is absolutely perfect for solo travellers, which is why I’ve visited independently so many times. We lived a couple of hours drive south for several years and I would often come up to Essaouira for a culture fix. The artsy, bohemian atmosphere creates a laid-back spirit; there…
