Morocco Travel Blog: What to Know Before You Go https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog ...go beyond the destination! Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:07:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-JBT-favicon512px-1-32x32.jpeg Morocco Travel Blog: What to Know Before You Go https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog 32 32 Why You’ll Never Stay at a Hilton with Journey Beyond Travel — and Why That’s a Good Thing https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/why-youll-never-stay-at-hilton-with-jbt.html Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:05:07 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=17516 After a busy few months in Tangier, we wanted a week to unwind, splash, and let the kids burn energy in the sunshine. Both of our children are little fish — happiest piloting around in the water — so we looked for a place with big pools and a range of amenities, from a Moroccan restaurant to an Italian trattoria.

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]]> Your Moroccan Hammam Checklist https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/moroccan-hammam-checklist.html Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:16:17 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=12459 Before you even enter a public hammam you’ll need to do a bit of shopping. Hammams are a BYO-soap affair, and most of the essentials can be picked up in the little corner shops around the old medinas in every major city. Many items are sold in single-use packs, though I recommend buying in bulk […]

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]]> What to Wear in Morocco: A Moroccan Woman’s Guide to Respectful & Sustainable Travel https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/what-to-wear-in-morocco-women-guide.html Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:37:53 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=16975 What should I wear?” – I often get this question from travelers coming to Morocco, particularly women, wondering what to wear in Morocco. While the country does not have a dress code, it is always a good thing to understand the culture before packing your suitcase.

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]]> Visiting Morocco During Ramadan https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/visiting-morocco-during-ramadan.html https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/visiting-morocco-during-ramadan.html#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:35:27 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/news/?p=7784 While some people balk at visiting during Ramadan, anticipating problems or inconveniences, there’s no reason to put aside your plans. In fact, for the culturally curious, Ramadan might just be the best time of year to visit! 

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]]> https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/visiting-morocco-during-ramadan.html/feed 2 A Moroccan’s Guide to the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/hassan-ii-mosque-casablanca.html Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:25:58 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=16305 Unlike many other mosques in Morocco, it warmly welcomes non-Muslim visitors. This is a valuable opportunity for anyone who wants to explore Moroccan history and culture and gain a deeper understanding of Islamic heritage.

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]]> Driving in Morocco https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/driving-in-morocco.html Mon, 12 May 2025 08:25:35 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=12619 Here are the most common questions we receive about driving in Morocco: A: Is driving in Morocco is safe? B: Are the roads good? C: Do you need an international driver’s license? D: Is it possible to rent a good car.

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]]> Awakened to Islam in Morocco https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/islam-in-morocco.html https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/islam-in-morocco.html#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 08:54:15 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/news/?p=4478 Taking a trip to Morocco is one thing. A long Morocco tour another. Living there, now that's a different story! Read how Chris finally became acquainted with a not-so-distant culture and its religious customs in this heart-felt tale about Morocco.

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]]> https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/islam-in-morocco.html/feed 1 Celebrating the Amazigh New Year in Morocco: Traditions, Music, Stories, Feasts, and more! https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/amazigh-new-year.html Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:30:58 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=15422 As the calendar turns to the Amazigh New Year, known as Yennayer, Morocco comes alive with a celebration of its ancient roots and vibrant traditions. This year (2025) the Amazigh calendar marks the year 2975. This annual event, held between January 12-14, marks the start of the agricultural year on the Amazigh calendar and is a time […]

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]]> Journey Beyond Travel’s Morocco Gift Guide https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/morocco-gift-guide.html Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:51:04 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=12497 The souks of Morocco are chock full of the perfect gifts for your special someone. Whether you’re looking for something small for a stocking stuffer or something a bit larger to toss into Santa’s sleigh, the likelihood of you making a big holiday splash with unique, often handmade gifts is assured. And if you’re really […]

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]]> Your Phone in Morocco: Keep Connected with a Local SIM Card https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/phone-sim-card-morocco.html Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:27:25 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=12680 Now, more than ever, it’s easy to stay connected with your loved ones back home while you’re traveling to Morocco. Sporting a very robust network, with 5g and 4g cellular capability in major cities as well as much of the countryside, you should have no problems using popular programs like WhatsApp and Facetime to keep […]

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]]> Gardens of Morocco: Taking a Stroll through Tangier’s Donabo Gardens https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/donabo-gardens.html Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:41:37 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=13761 While many a tourist and traveler to Tangier spend their time immersed in the medina and navigating the kasbah – if fresh air and flora is your thing, there are some wonderful outdoor spaces to explore. One of these pockets of nature is Donabo Botanical Gardens, located in the forest conservation area of the same […]

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]]> Erg Chigaga: Into The Wild Sahara https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/erg-chigaga.html Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:45:01 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=14312 The post Erg Chigaga: Into The Wild Sahara appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.

]]> Your Guide to the Morocco High Speed Train: The Al-Boraq https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/morocco-high-speed-train.html Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:32:12 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=14273 A train ride through Morocco has been a rustically romantic affair on the bucket list of most travelers since the days of the famed Marrakesh Express chugged south from Tangier in the 60s, carry with it the hopes, dreams, and music of the hippy era. The Marrakesh Express was more than a train. It was […]

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]]> The Moroccan Hammam Unveiled: Rituals, Etiquette, and Insider Tips https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/hammam-public-bath-morocco.html https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/hammam-public-bath-morocco.html#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2024 03:15:00 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/news/?p=2857 Visiting a hammam, or a public bath, in Morocco is a very authentic experience, but it can be confusing for first-time visitors. This step-by-step guide answers all of your questions to make your first visit a successful one.

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]]> https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/hammam-public-bath-morocco.html/feed 2 Birdwatching Paradise in Morocco https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/birdwatching-morocco-paradise.html https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/birdwatching-morocco-paradise.html#comments Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:59:51 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/news/morocco-travel/birdwatching-morocco-paradise.html Setting on the North African coast, Morocco is on the super high fly way of birds traveling by way from Africa to Europe and back again. One can see everything from sea-dwelling birds to Desert Sparrows. However, the best times for avian observation are the spring and fall migrations. Starting in March, and continuing through […]

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]]> https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/birdwatching-morocco-paradise.html/feed 1 The Influence of Morocco on Dune by Frank Herbert: A Journey Through Culture, Geography, and Imagination https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/influence-of-morocco-on-dune.html Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:05:00 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=15205 Frank Herbert’s science fiction masterpiece, Dune, first published in 1965, is a monumental work in the genre, captivating readers over the years with its intricate plot, richly imagined universe, and profound themes. At least, it captured my imagination when I first read it, back when I was in Seattle, growing up under the flightpath of […]

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]]> Traveling During Eid al-Adha (Eid el-Kbir) in Morocco https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/eid-al-adha-morocco.html Thu, 08 Feb 2024 20:36:29 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=11507 By far, Eid al-Adha is the most important holiday for Muslims around the world. It occurs two lunar months after the end of Ramadan. Confusingly, Eid al-Adha called by many different names. Eid el-Kbir (often spelled “Eid el-Kbeer, “Aid al-Kébir” and other variations) is really common. It translates to “The Big Holiday”. With  francophiles, la fête […]

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]]> 6 Beautiful Moroccan Coastal Towns to Visit https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/6-moroccan-coastal-towns.html Fri, 08 Dec 2023 23:24:44 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=11409 Morocco isn’t just winding souks and desert dunes: it’s also 1,200 miles of coastline running along the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Mediterranean Sea. Along the coast, charming harbors, busy fishing ports and picturesque beach towns abound – they’re just as diverse as Morocco’s interior. There are many Moroccan coastal towns waiting to […]

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]]> The Ultimate Parent’s Guide to Morocco Travel https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/parents-guide-morocco.html Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:57:46 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=12167 Morocco is probably one of the most kid-friendly countries I have ever travelled. As soon as I started taking trains, buses, taxis and visiting the souks with my kid, an entirely different country opened up before my eyes. I hate to stereotype, but it really does seem to me that most Moroccans have an extra […]

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]]> Essaouira: UNESCO World Heritage Series https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/blog/essaouira-unesco-world-heritage-series.html Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:38:40 +0000 https://www.journeybeyondtravel.com/?p=14726 Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador, boasts a history as vibrant as its striking blue and white architecture. This coastal jewel has witnessed civilizations come and go, each leaving their mark on its character. With a wide array of cultures and experiences in a very human-sized city, today’s Essaouira has a well deserved place on the […]

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