Before visiting Morocco, I hadn’t heard much about this North African country. It is bordered by the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the Strait of Gibraltar to the west and north, as well as the Sahara desert and Algeria to the south and east. So, I turned to the internet to find out what …
Search results for morocco
Visiting Morocco? Take a Look at Some of the Best Hotels to Stay
Morocco is home to several luxury hotels and lodgings, from luxurious riads to grand tents in the heart of the desert that feels nothing like any tent you know. Also present are the big names like the Hilton, Radisson Blu and Four Seasons; so, if you’re worried about where to stay while visiting …
Want to Visit Morocco? Here’s How I Did It in 5 Days!
When planning a vacation, if you’re anything like me, the final choice usually hinges on four factors: familiarity, affordability, accessibility (especially if visas are a hassle), and popularity. But by sticking to these criteria, you might miss out on some of the world’s most enchanting destina…
First Time In Morocco? Here are Some Must-See Destinations and Activities to Consider
If you live outside of Africa and casually mention that you were visiting, the first remark would probably be, “Oh, you’re going on a safari?” But, as most Africans will tell you, there’s so much more to see and experience on the continent than our unique animal life in southern and eastern Afric…
Tesla Debuts Supercharger Stations in Morocco
Tesla has set up two Supercharger charging stations in the north African country of Morocco, the first of such on the continent. While events like this are usually preceded by heavy marketing and/or official press releases, the EV and clean energy company has done neither, choosing instead to jus…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Nobu Hotels to Open its First African Division in Morocco
Nobu Hotels, owned by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, American actor Robert De Niro, and, American film producer and businessman, Meir Teper, has announced that it will be opening its first African hotel, Nobu Hotels and Restaurant Marrakech, in Morocco. Located in the historic Hivernage district, mere step…
Morocco’s Kenzi Menara Awarded ‘Luxury Hotel & Spa of the Year in Africa and Middle East’
The Kenzi Menara Palace in Marrakech has recently been presented with the 2018 “Luxury Hotel & Spa of the Year in Africa and Middle East” award at the prestigious Luxury Travel Guide Awards for the “quality and service of the establishment,” the group’s management announced in a statement. Lo…
Marrakech, Morocco is Turning Into A City for Seeing – and Buying – Art
Marrakech isn’t quite the centre of the contemporary art world – but it was for a moment this weekend. The tireless Princess Alia Al-Senussi, who sits on boards from the Tate to the Guggenheim, had arranged a series of sparkling parties around town. Glen Lowry, the director of New York’s MOMA, le…
Morocco to Commence Building Africa’s Tallest Tower
The construction of what will become Africa’s tallest tower is moving forward with the announcement that China Railway Construction Corporation International (CRCCI) and its Moroccan partners have inked the deal for the new building in Rabat. A signing ceremony was held late last week. Currently,…
Discover Some Top Unique Luxury Experiences to Explore on Your Next Vacation
It is overly simplistic – foolish even – to talk about vacations only in the context of going to (un)familiar locations to rest and escape from the conundrums and challenges of daily life. It is why travel trends are a thing and also why they are rarely ever the same each year. Apparently, this y…