Episode 26: Activities and Advice for Travel In and Around Marrakech

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Aired On : April 1, 2023

Marrakech is often the top destination in mind for travellers planning a trip to Morocco, and in today's episode Azdean is joined by Destination Morocco's Operations Manager, Sam, live from Marrakech, to chat about all kinds of activities and recommendations that make a visit there more complete.

The central square, Jemaa el-Fnaa, the Bahia Palace, the medina and the Majorelle Gardens are all wonderful starting points. What are some options though after you've spent some quality time in those places, and are ready to see more?

Marrakech is a great home base for everything from day hikes in the Atlas Mountains, to exciting desert activities in Agafay, hot air balloon rides from the nearby plains or a day trip to Essaouira.

Or you can stay in town and check out the many fascinating museums, which shine a light on Berber culture. Food tours and cooking classes are another great option to keep you busy. Find some new skills to take home with you and make your own tagines!

It's a fun conversation with our man on the ground in Marrakech, bringing this vibrant city closer to home for our listeners.

Here are some of the activities we cover today:

Taking a Moroccan cooking class or cooking tour
Going on a food tour, and/or a street food tour specifically
Enjoying an early morning hot air balloon ride
Visiting Berber villages in the Atlas Mountains
Hiking in the mountains
Discovering four of the premier museums in Marrkech
Visiting the Sahara Desert and kasbahs
Making a side trip to Essaouira
Getting out to the Agafay Desert

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

Episode: Balloon Rides over Marrakech and Mountains
Imlil (the popular Atlas hiking starting base)
Aroumd (another Atlas hiking base)
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) Berber Museum at Majorelle Gardens
Tiskiwin Museum, Marrakech
Photography Museum
Dar El Bacha Museum
Taghazout, fishing and surfing spot near Agadir

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If you're a discerning traveler who values an immersive, curated adventure, visit www.destinationsmorocco.com, and let us bring your dream Moroccan vacation to life.

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Azdean Elmoustaquim

Your friendly local Destination Morocco expert.

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