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• El Jadida: UNESCO World Heritage Series
  As I stepped foot on the sun-kissed shores of El Jadida, a Moroccan coastal city steeped in history, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of wonder. This hidden gem, with its blend of Portuguese and Moroccan influences, promised to unveil a world of mesmerizing beauty and captivating tales. I found myself enchanted by the […] The post El Jadida: UNESCO World Heritage Series appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 3rd of August 2023 12:29:07 PM
• UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Morocco
  Morocco is home to an impressive 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites! These sites are dotted throughout the country, from expected places like Marrakesh and Fez, to Tetouan, a relatively untouristed northern city, and on to the desert lands of the Sahara. If you are a lover of history and culture, it makes a lot of […] The post UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Morocco appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Monday 24th of July 2023 12:40:14 PM
• Fez: UNESCO World Heritage Series
  Fez, one of Morocco’s most enchanting cities, is a treasure trove of cultural heritage. Steeped in history and boasting a rich tapestry of architectural wonders, Fez has been recognized by UNESCO for its exceptional universal value as early as 1981. For amateurs of history, architecture, crafts and arts alike, the several Fez UNESCO World Heritage […] The post Fez: UNESCO World Heritage Series appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Saturday 17th of June 2023 03:00:00 PM
• Rabat: UNESCO World Heritage Series
  Rabat is home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites that showcase the city’s rich cultural and historical heritage. These landmarks are an absolute must for anyone who wishes to visit the city and explore what makes it so special. For amateurs of history, culture and architecture alike, Rabat is a gem to visit! In the […] The post Rabat: UNESCO World Heritage Series appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Tuesday 9th of May 2023 09:37:40 AM
• Street Food in Morocco: What You Can Eat on the Street Around the Country
  Some of the very best cuisine in Morocco can be found on the country's street food carts. Here's what you can expect to enjoy. The post Street Food in Morocco: What You Can Eat on the Street Around the Country appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 22nd of March 2023 03:00:53 AM
• Erg Chigaga: Into The Wild Sahara
  I was too ambitious with the day. With Lahsen, my friend and driver, I had hiked to the top of Mount Zagore and back down to Zagora. Afterward I fingered the deep green pottery of Tamegroute and lingered in the mudwalled ksar of Amezrou, breathing in history. It was no surprise it was a swift […] The post Erg Chigaga: Into The Wild Sahara appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 8th of March 2023 03:11:06 PM
• Destination Morocco: A Journey for Every Type of Traveler
  For many travelers the question isn?t if you?ll be traveling or when you?ll be traveling: it?s just a matter of where. Where should you go on your dream vacation? Where should you spend your beach getaway to relax after a hectic month at the office? Where will you be taking that once-in-a-lifetime family trip? If you're reading this, you probably already know where you're going: Destination Morocco! The post Destination Morocco: A Journey for Every Type of Traveler appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 8th of February 2023 08:00:07 AM
• The Strange History of Ion Perdicaris and the Perdicaris Park in Tangier
  Tangier is a history full of odd ducks and strange corners of history. You probably know that for the first half of the 20th century, it was a popular haunt for oil barons and shipping magnates, bankers and spies, thieves and artists. Did you know that the rock group Def Leppard once played a concert […] The post The Strange History of Ion Perdicaris and the Perdicaris Park in Tangier appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Tuesday 31st of January 2023 02:00:01 PM
• 5 Things You Should Know About The Prickly Pear
  The prickly pear is a fruit Moroccans love to eat and love to hate! It?s appropriately named for its spiky outer shell, and the fact that it is the fruit of the cacti plant. If you look out the window during your Moroccan road trip, you will notice an impressive number of these prickly pear […] The post 5 Things You Should Know About The Prickly Pear appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 5th of January 2023 09:36:04 AM
• Perfectly, Imperfect: Our Family?s First Christmas in Morocco
  My girls emphatically insist on seeing gaudy, kilowatt-sucking, elaborate red-and-white, Rudolph, Frosty and Santa-inspired holiday decorations at the same time as everyone else in the United States – the day after Halloween. It doesn?t matter that they have never lived in the US. And, it doesn?t matter that Halloween hasn?t exactly a been ?traditional? holiday […] The post Perfectly, Imperfect: Our Family’s First Christmas in Morocco appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 22nd of December 2022 09:27:00 AM
• 5 Reasons Santa Should Use Camels Instead of Reindeer
  Thinking about spending Christmas in Morocco? The Morocco travel team at Journey Beyond Travel caught Santa Claus riding camels in Morocco’s Sahara Desert and thought this was a sight worth sharing! Here’s our top reasons why Santa Claus may wish to re-think his Christmas delivery strategy – using camels instead of reindeer this year! 1. […] The post 5 Reasons Santa Should Use Camels Instead of Reindeer appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 15th of December 2022 12:57:21 PM
• Christmas in Morocco: 3 Hidden Destinations
  If you?re looking to get away when the temperature plummets and the snow starts falling from above, why not consider spending Christmas in Morocco? While many travelers from the Northern Hemisphere initially consider a European destination for their winter holidays, a multitude of savvy travelers are choosing to spend their holiday in Morocco. With it?s […] The post Christmas in Morocco: 3 Hidden Destinations appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 8th of December 2022 02:10:22 PM
• Journey Beyond Travel?s Morocco Gift Guide
  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 […] The post Journey Beyond Travel’s Morocco Gift Guide appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 1st of December 2022 01:51:04 PM
• Who Are The Morocco Berbers?
  Traveling in Morocco, you are bound to trip across one of the most defining characteristics of the country – the Berbers. As the original inhabitants of Morocco, they are rightly proud of the contributions they have made in shaping the country. With a unique language and culture, the Berbers stand out as one of last […] The post Who Are The Morocco Berbers? appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Thursday 24th of November 2022 07:00:43 AM
• Kif in the Rif: Truths about Hashish in Morocco
  Many travelers today associate Morocco with hashish (kif), but although the country?s production of the drug is centuries old, it was not until the early 1970s that Morocco became internationally recognized for it… Indeed, until the start of an increasing influx of foreign ?hippies? into the country in the late 20th century, much of the […] The post Kif in the Rif: Truths about Hashish in Morocco appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 16th of November 2022 07:00:01 AM
• How to Ride a Camel
  Riding a camel is not as easy as hopping on its back. Journey Beyond Travel gives you the inside scoop on how to survive - and enjoy - a camel ride in the Sahara Desert. The post How to Ride a Camel appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 26th of October 2022 07:00:21 AM
• Gay Travel in Morocco: An Overview
  When the LGBTQ+ communities were being persecuted in Europe, centers in Morocco like Tangier and Marrakesh were seen as safe spaces. Not only are they wonderful destinations in their own right, but the local populations have a sort of worldly ‘been there, seen that’ attitude of acceptance. In many ways, this remains true even today. […] The post Gay Travel in Morocco: An Overview appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 19th of October 2022 07:00:55 AM
• Everything You Need to Know About Visiting the Sahara Desert
  There are very few places on Earth that compare to the incredible landscapes you’ll see visiting the Sahara Desert. Running roughly north-south along Morocco?s eastern border with neighboring Algeria, the Sahara Desert is the world?s largest hot desert. In fact, the Sahara covers an area roughly the size of the entire United States. Many travelers visit […] The post Everything You Need to Know About Visiting the Sahara Desert appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 12th of October 2022 07:00:35 AM
• 6 Beautiful Moroccan Coastal Towns to Visit
  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 […] The post 6 Beautiful Moroccan Coastal Towns to Visit appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 5th of October 2022 07:30:35 AM
• Kasbah Amridil in Skoura, Morocco
  Take the road from Erfoud to Ouarzazate and you will find yourself driving along what is commonly known as the Road of One Thousand Kasbahs. You?ll catch a spectacular view of a vast valley dotted with small oases and hundreds of ancient fortifications. The sand-colored walls of the kasbahs may all start to look the same after a while, but […] The post Kasbah Amridil in Skoura, Morocco appeared first on Journey Beyond Travel.
  Wednesday 28th of September 2022 01:00:00 PM

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