Anantara Resorts is making its first move in Africa with the management of two unique five-star resorts in Morocco. Anantara Marrakech Resort & Spa and Anantara Mogador Resort & Spa will both open in 2011. Construction work will begin in late 2009. Owned by the Thailand-based Minor International, Anantara offers indigenous and culturally evocative luxury resorts in sought-after destinations with an emphasis on nature, gardens, space and sensual harmony. The rooms are luxuriously appointed and are usually housed in villa-type or low-rise accommodation.
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Has anyone vacationed in Morocco? Doesn’t seem to be a real “hotspot” for travelers.
It is rapidly growing with luxurious resorts! Becoming a hot spot soon!
I have been, but it was a long time ago. You’d be surprised, Spencer. Morocco has been an up and coming destination for a number of years now, particularly as far as luxury travel is concerned with the likes of Richard Branson developing property there. Not sure on the 2008 figure, but in 2007 Morocco attracted 7.4 million international tourists. They have a target to reach 10 million by 2012.
I think this will be good. The African continent is blessed with natural beauty, the developer need not build much to make it attractive.
Think that morocco and in particular marrakech has had in recent years a number of luxury resorts and boutique hotels open up which is great for travellers – plenty of choice and quality.
I just came back from a trip to Marrakech, and it is fabulous! The medina is chaotic, but ultimately, there is something exotic and endearing about Marrakech. I stayed inside the city walls, which might be a little too much for some people, although the boutique riads we stayed at were oases of calm in the midst of the bustling city. If you prefer a property with sprawling grounds, gardens, or giant pools, then a stay in the Gueliz or Hivernage area, where most deluxe resorts are, is a must. On the road leading to the airport, big-named luxury hotels are setting up “camp” in the outer medina limits. And oh, the shopping is Marrakech is just top notch! Especially for those much coveted tapis, Berber rugs, brass lamps, tea sets, pottery, traditional clothes, babouches, textile, herbs, etc. etc. You will see in my blog how much I loved Marrakech!
Marrakech sounds awesome. Thanks for the review Jen!
Jen,
Thanks for letting us know. I didn’t realize it was so top-notch.
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Has anyone vacationed in Morocco? Doesn’t seem to be a real “hotspot” for travelers.
It is rapidly growing with luxurious resorts! Becoming a hot spot soon!
I have been, but it was a long time ago. You’d be surprised, Spencer. Morocco has been an up and coming destination for a number of years now, particularly as far as luxury travel is concerned with the likes of Richard Branson developing property there. Not sure on the 2008 figure, but in 2007 Morocco attracted 7.4 million international tourists. They have a target to reach 10 million by 2012.
I think this will be good. The African continent is blessed with natural beauty, the developer need not build much to make it attractive.
Think that morocco and in particular marrakech has had in recent years a number of luxury resorts and boutique hotels open up which is great for travellers – plenty of choice and quality.
I just came back from a trip to Marrakech, and it is fabulous! The medina is chaotic, but ultimately, there is something exotic and endearing about Marrakech. I stayed inside the city walls, which might be a little too much for some people, although the boutique riads we stayed at were oases of calm in the midst of the bustling city. If you prefer a property with sprawling grounds, gardens, or giant pools, then a stay in the Gueliz or Hivernage area, where most deluxe resorts are, is a must. On the road leading to the airport, big-named luxury hotels are setting up “camp” in the outer medina limits. And oh, the shopping is Marrakech is just top notch! Especially for those much coveted tapis, Berber rugs, brass lamps, tea sets, pottery, traditional clothes, babouches, textile, herbs, etc. etc. You will see in my blog how much I loved Marrakech!
Marrakech sounds awesome. Thanks for the review Jen!
Jen,
Thanks for letting us know. I didn’t realize it was so top-notch.