This was the day I decided I was going to come back to Morocco. At least for awhile. I saw Morocco as a place where I could… Read more “How it all started: Day Four”
Tag: Morocco
How it all started: Meknes + Volubilis
By the third day of my tour Morocco I was really letting go. Letting go of my work stress, relationship stress and other worries I had in… Read more “How it all started: Meknes + Volubilis”
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”
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”
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”
Slow-travel Morocco, stops worth an extra night
One of my favourite places to holiday is Morocco. Beyond the hectic souks and big cities, nature awaits. Palm groves, mountainous deserts, beautiful mountain ranges and even… Read more “Slow-travel Morocco, stops worth an extra night”
Missing Morocco
Having been in Turkey for five weeks now, and loving it, I do find myself missing Morocco. The vibrant colours. The hectic medinas. The landscapes – desert,… Read more “Missing Morocco”
Fes: A few tips
Tiny alleyways. Donkeys pulling all kinds of goods. Locals going about their daily lives. Centuries-old architecture including the first university in the world, al-Karaouine. Mouth-watering specialties. The… Read more “Fes: A few tips”
Eid Mubarak from Morocco
The days leading up to the big feast, Eid Al Adha, are some of the most exciting and hectic here in Morocco as sheep are purchased and… Read more “Eid Mubarak from Morocco”
The best of Morocco’s Atlantic Coast
As foreigners flock to Morocco, and locals head off on holiday after celebrating the holy month of Ramadan, it seems like everyone is on holiday here in… Read more “The best of Morocco’s Atlantic Coast”
A special venue at the Gnaoua and World Music Festival
The venue was unique: the rooftop of Bastion Bab Marrakech in Essaouira Morocco. The decor was appropriate: Moroccan carpets and dotted with colourful poufs for lounging about.… Read more “A special venue at the Gnaoua and World Music Festival”
Gnaoua World Music Festival – Opening Day
We stumbled upon the parade at just the right time. The colourful musicians were making their way through the old medina of Essaouira as the famous sounds… Read more “Gnaoua World Music Festival – Opening Day”
Village life
Perhaps because I grew up in a small town, I just love the little Berber villages scattered on mountain-sides throughout the Atlas Mountains. Colourful houses lead to… Read more “Village life”
Must-see Morocco
Since moving to Morocco, I’ve had several visitors and through writing this blog I’ve had several people contact me about what to see and do in Morocco.… Read more “Must-see Morocco”
Springtime
Ah springtime. My favourite season here in Morocco. The temperatures are just right. The days are getting longer. And it’s time to just enjoy life before the… Read more “Springtime”
Essaouira, my favourite city escape
What’s blue and white and filled with beauty? The old city of Essaouira of course. Located just two hours from Marrakech, it’s the perfect two-day escape from… Read more “Essaouira, my favourite city escape”
City girl
I’m a city girl. Like a live in the heart of the city, shop locally, eat locally and live locally kinda gal. My worst nightmare would be… Read more “City girl”
Perspective
Someone recently asked me if my life is as great as it sounds on Facebook, Twitter and through my blog. The short answer is yes. But the… Read more “Perspective”
Great views from around Morocco
With today’s #FriFoto theme being great views from around the world, I thought I would personalize it up a bit to my “world”, Morocco. And share some… Read more “Great views from around Morocco”