There are many reasons holidaymakers are drawn to destinations in other countries for their vacation regardless of whether it’s for short breaks or an adventure, clear skies and warm sun and to relax after a long and stressful work week or to have fun with the family.
Below , we’ve listed 10 reasons (in not necessarily in order) to consider why Morocco is a fantastic vacation spot:
1. Beautiful Coastline Its 1200 miles extends from the Mediterranean at the Northern part of its West coast until the borders of Western Sahara. Beautiful towns like Oualidia, Essaouira, Agadir and the Souss Massa National Park all the way to an isolated Southern city of Mirleft.
2. Sahara Desert: a magical natural wonder of the earth that offers breathtaking sunsets and sunrises. The largest desert in the world that spans 10 countries, Morocco is an ideal destination for visiting the stunning sand dunes, and spending the night beneath the stars in the traditional Berber camping site.
3. Fantastic spicy/tasty dishes: Moroccans are famous for their spicy and delicious cuisine. The recipes continue to be made from the past employing a range of cooking techniques that are traditional and an assortment of foods, spices, and meats. For those who enjoy eating food that has a bit of a kick, Moroccan cuisine hits the right spot!
4. Cultural diversity and rich history: Moroccan culture is completely different from ours, but has an interesting story to tell. Cities that are unchanged for many thousands many years. Medinas which remain rooted in the old ways are brimming with hand-made items and regional produce and ancient structures as well as monuments, museums and other sites to visit and enjoy.
5. Many interesting things to do that range from a couple of minutes on a camel to a week of trekking in the magnificent Atlas Mountains, there are many activities to take part in during your trip to Morocco such as cooking classes as well as white water rafting hot air ballooning, and diverse day trip.
6. Experiences with the traditional for many: Meeting the locals and learning about the culture is a most important reason to travel to the North African country. We provide a range of cultural and traditional experiences available in the Real Morocco programme.
7. A stunning natural landscape with a variety of different types From the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Coastline, exciting ancient cities like Marrakech and Fez and the Anti- Atlas Mountains, traditional towns, deep deserts there’s something for everyone.
8. Amazing Mountain range The Atlas Mountains spans across some 2500 km, mostly located in Morocco and expands to Algeria as well as Tunisia. This stunning Mountain Range (from the Anti-Atlas in the south of the country, to and the High Atlas in the south and the Middle Atlas) has varied landscapes and climates. Its highest point (Mount Toubkal) located near Imlil, the Berber settlement of Imlil which is at 4,167 m.
9. A short flight to the UK It is a country with a wide range of its culture, and just an 3.5 an hour drive from UK, Morocco is very accessible from a variety of UK airports. An excellent option for those who don’t like lengthy flights but being able to access an exotic destination via an air trip that is short.
10. A wonderful climate all year round: Morocco enjoys a more mild climate than many other North African countries thanks to the moderate effect on the Atlantic weather system. Due to its mountains and the influence of the Atlantic and the huge variations in altitude and latitude The climate is ideal throughout the season and is a popular winter getaway in the regions of the south.
We offer a range of itineraries that will inspire your ideas for your next holiday to Morocco, simply contact us and we’ll do all the rest! Our knowledgeable staff has traveled extensively throughout Morocco to taste our offerings and have a clear idea of what to recommend according to your own preferences and needs.
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