The Best Moroccan Bastilla Recipe
Moroccan Gastronomy and the Best Moroccan Bastilla (Pastilla) Recipe Gastronomy enthusiasts, top chefs, and foodies worldwide have long been aware that Moroccan cuisine leads in exciting and exotic flavors when up against the seven continents. Historically, the North African country has been influenced by the Phoenicians, the Portuguese, the Andalusians, Mediterraneans, the Arabs, and […]
Top 10 Things to See and Do in Moulay Idriss & Volubilis
Is Moulay Idriss & Volubilis worth a Day Trip from Fes? Travelers to Fes often ask if Moulay Idriss is worth a day trip. For history buffs, wine connoisseurs, and nature enthusiasts, the answer is always yes. The scenic town is located 63 kilometers from Fes, surrounded by olive and almond trees, dispersed over […]
8 Sacred Sites in Morocco, Hidden Secrets of Sufi Zaouia’s, Mosques & Tombs
Discover 8 Sacred Sites in Morocco Morocco is steeped in mysticism and spirituality. From Morocco’s Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines to the Sahara Desert; the kingdom is scattered with a wide range of holy and sacred sites. These holy and sacred sites are referred to as Zaouias. They are the location where Moroccan saints of Sufi, […]
11 Extraordinary Places to See Islamic Design & Geometric Patterns in Morocco
Morocco is known for its extraordinary architecture that has historically been influenced by Moors and the Idrisi dynasty whose geometric designs and patterns were incorporated in all forms of buildings. Pre Islamization the Berber Kingdom set the architectural tone with mud-brick houses and kasbahs. Touring Morocco’s Imperial Cities and the grand south offers the opportunity to […]
How to Make Moroccan Preserved Lemons, A Step by Step Guide for Beginners
How to Make Moroccan Preserved Lemons, A Step by Step Guide for Beginners Preserved lemons, also referred to as pickled lemons, are an indispensable ingredient in Moroccan cuisine. They can be found in various Moroccan recipes. The preserved lemon is a condiment that is popular in South Asia and North Africa, and partiruclarly widely […]
Must See, 6 Top Palaces in Marrakech, Your Morocco Private Tour Guide
Marrakech is home to several magnificent, must see Palaces located in the historic district, also referred to as the medina. When visiting Marrakech on a Private Tour to Morocco these Top Rated Palaces are historically significant and offer a window into the former lives of royalty who built and managed these century old lavish homes. […]
Museum of Moroccan Judaism (Jewish Museum) in Casablanca
Morocco is known for it’s Jewish Heritage and the abundance of rich culture, artifacts and traditions left behind when the Jews fled Morocco in the 1960’s. What remains is a rich catalog of Jewish life inclusive of architecture, monuments, zaouias, museums, mellahs, shrines and craft traditions that command great cultural significance. The collective history of […]
Morocco, The First Country To Recognize America
The Kingdom of Morocco became the first country in the world to recognize America as an independent nation on December 20th, 1777.
Casablanca Port Tours
When traveling to Morocco on a cruise ship there are many escorted, port tour excursion options. Casablanca has much to offer does its sister city Rabat. The best Casablanca port tours are those that include an English, Multilingual Speaking driver who is an expert on Casablanca and can serve as your guide for the day. Cruise ships that dock in Casablanca offer a full day at leisure for travelers who want to sightsee with others on board the ship or arrange for a private, escorted tour of Casablanca on their own.
Ouarzazate Then & Now, A Growing Berber City in Southern Morocco, Your Morocco Travel Guide
“Ouarzazate has one main street, about fifty yards long, and two thousand people, of whom two hundred are French. The temperature can reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. ” So says world-renowned journalist John Gunther in 1952, of his visit to Ouarzazate, during the reign of the Pasha Glaoui, whose honored guest he was.
