The downside of group tours is the defined time you have to spend in one place. We woke up to see the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca,… Read more “How it all started: Day two”
Category: Mandy in Morocco
How it all started: Day one
Despite being tired after a red-eye flight from Montreal, I couldn’t wait to explore the city. I had waited 10 years to land in Morocco and I… Read more “How it all started: Day one”
How it all started
I can’t believe it. It’s been four years. One thousand four hundred and sixty one days since I first stepped foot in Morocco, a country I longed to… Read more “How it all started”
Top Sites in Marrakech #2
After visiting the Maison de la Photographie, I highly recommend a stop at Majorelle Garden. Although entrance fee is well above other sites in Marrakech and line-ups may be… Read more “Top Sites in Marrakech #2”
The busy myth continues
I can’t believe we are still describing ourselves as “busy”. I thought that was so 2012. Do you define yourself as busy? If so, stop it please!… Read more “The busy myth continues”
Top sites in Marrakech #1
I play many roles in Marrakech, and concierge happens to be one of them. And perhaps my most favourite. So when it comes to recommending sights to… Read more “Top sites in Marrakech #1”
Life lately
It started a year ago. I realized I needed to change my life. It was time to start thinking about my next move and what it may… Read more “Life lately”
My town, Marrakech
It’s hard to believe that just six months ago I boarded a flight to Istanbul, thinking I’d never return. I’d had enough. I packed up my house.… Read more “My town, Marrakech”
A weekend in Spain
I didn’t want to go. With deadlines, a busy work schedule and an inbox that seemed to produce 2 + for each email I sent, I really just… Read more “A weekend in Spain”
A rainy day in Marrakech
It rarely happens, but on occasion it rains in Marrakech. And with centuries-old infrastructure and open-air houses in the medina, it’s not always pleasant. So if by… Read more “A rainy day in Marrakech”
Market Day
When I was younger my parents used to pile us in to the car and take us off to the local farmers’ market. It was a family… Read more “Market Day”
A cross-cultural cafe in Kech
There’s a new kid in town. And by kid I mean cafe. But not just any old cafe. Or a repeat of what already exists. It doubles… Read more “A cross-cultural cafe in Kech”
Marrakech Biennale 5 – Opening Week
The Marrakech Biennale’s fifth edition is officially underway. And what a weekend it was. It seemed everyone was there. Alia Radman, director of operations for the Marrakech Biennale, told Made… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5 – Opening Week”
Marrakech Biennale 5: Day One
It was the perfect art gallery. One where we could roam freely, admiring the ruins and interacting with the installations. The venue? An open-air ruined palace in… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5: Day One”
Marrakech Biennale 5: My top picks
With the Marrakech Biennale just hours away from opening, I can’t help but review the schedule while looking forward to all of the vernissages and exhibits I… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5: My top picks”
My favourite season in Marrakech
It’s my favourite season in Marrakech. Winter. The season when daytime temperatures rise to +25’C, perfect temperatures for a lazy lunch on a terrace. It’s the season… Read more “My favourite season in Marrakech”
Overcoming fears
It was something I was struggling with for too long. A fear I had been carrying around for about two years. One that I had to face… Read more “Overcoming fears”
Istanbul : My favourite memories
Istanbul, a city I just can’t help but love. It’s East meets West, modern meets traditional, and a vibrant art, design and festival scene appeals to me. It… Read more “Istanbul : My favourite memories”
My wish for 2014
After spending much of 2013 helping others realize their goals and neglecting myself on various levels, I’ve decided 2014 is about me. My six weeks in Turkey… Read more “My wish for 2014”
Who’s your city?
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself if you are living in the city that’s right for you? If your quality of life is enhanced by the… Read more “Who’s your city?”