Since it launched in late 2018, Morocco’s Al Boraq high-speed train has transformed how travellers move around the country. I’ve ridden it several times now (from Tangier to Rabat and from Kenitra to Casablanca) and it’s a really fun (and highly efficient) experience! Travelling at speeds of up to 320 km/h, Al Boraq trains are…
I often look back on the way I travelled in my 20s and realise it was all about me getting the most out of my destination. I wanted to see as much as I could on the limited budget I had available, and have lots of photos as proof of my trip. Fast-forward a couple…
June in Morocco is somewhat special and (dare I say) one of the best months to visit the country. It sits between spring’s mild temperatures and the peak summer heat, leading many travellers to overlook it entirely. But for solo travellers who don’t have to take their annual holidays in July/August and want to avoid…
If you’re wondering whether May is a good time to visit Morocco as a solo traveller, this guide is for you! It details everything from weather to crowds and the best places to visit in Morocco in May to help you decide if it’s right for you. May in Morocco is hinting at summer, but…
So you’re thinking about travelling solo to Morocco. But you don’t know where to start, what to do or if you should travel independently in the first place! It’s a lot to wrap your head around. But don’t panic! I’m here to help, with 10+ years of experience travelling solo around Morocco. I’ve travelled from…
With warming temperatures and landscapes in full spring bloom, April is one of Morocco’s most appealing months for solo travel. But it’s also one of the busiest times to be in Morocco – you’ve been warned! I find Morocco’s most popular travel destinations (Marrakech, Fes, Essaouira) are noticeably busier in April. Probably because the temperatures…
Thinking about visiting Morocco in March? With temperatures warming following the winter season, I think March is one of the best months for solo travellers to explore the country. Spring arrives early in North Africa, bringing warm temperatures and blooming landscapes after the injection of winter rains. It’s a fantastic time for wandering Morocco’s ancient…
Thinking about visiting Morocco in February? I’ve got some good news – February is one of the most underrated months for solo travel in the country. And in 2026, it will be even more culturally immersive as it coincides with the first half of Ramadan. Seasonally, it’s still winter in February in Morocco. But the…
Is January a good time to visit Morocco? I think so! But I’m someone who prefers mild days and chilly nights to scorchingly hot weather. If you’re the same, then travelling to Morocco in January might be for you! In my opinion, January is one of the most underrated months to travel in Morocco –…
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…