Category: Morocco
Short stay: Le Jardin des Douars, Essaouira, Morocco
Le Jardin des Douars is the traditional Moroccan kasbah stylishly reimagined, sitting high above Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic coast.
Start planning your meaningful Winter break
By Christopher Hill on Aug 02, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Hotels, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts, Thailand
For those of you who would like to keep the Vitamin D levels up naturally, with sunshine, this Winter, it is time to start planning. 
Suite of the week: Grand Riad, Royal Mansour Marrakech, Morocco
By Paul Johnson on Apr 25, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Featured, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Suite of the Week
The Grand Riad is the ultimate immersion in Marrakech, where the guest is transported into a magical medina. 
Meaningful luxury family holidays for the Summer of 2022
By Christopher Hill on Mar 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Family Travel, Hotels, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Worldwide, Zambia
Amidst a global pandemic and regional war, life is difficult for many, and my heart goes out to those directly affected. It may seem strange to think about a holiday in this context, but sometimes, we need to get away from the stress and recharge to emerge stronger. A luxury family holiday that includes a 
Morocco to end two-month flight ban
The Moroccan government announced yesterday that the reopening of the airspace to flights to and from Morocco as of 7th February. A ban has been in place since 29th November to fight the spread of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 coronavirus. This decision comes in accordance with the legal provisions relating to the management
Making the holidays meaningful
By Christopher Hill on Dec 04, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Hotels, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts
Thanksgiving has been and gone, and the holiday season is almost upon us again. For many of us, 2021 was better than 2020, but still not a stellar year, and with Omicron, the next few weeks may be tough – my heart goes out to those in Southern Africa, and to all who have lost 
Living legends: Europe’s top 10 palaces
By Anna Mascaro on May 18, 2021 in Africa, Attractions, Croatia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Going Out, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Norway, Regions, Spain, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Ancient architecture, lush gardens, and timeless legends: Europe’s stunningly-preserved palaces have the power to transport you back to times of opulence, intrigue and adventure – from Germany’s famed fairytale castle to a lustrous Roman palace in Croatia and a storied aristocratic mansion beside Corfu’s sparkling sea. Explore a diverse array of vibrant cultures and fascinating 
Approaches to making portraits of strangers
One of the ambitions I see for photo enthusiasts heading out to me in Morocco is the desire to make interesting photos of people in the country. This is not always the case, many photographers have no wish to photograph strangers on a point of principle or are too shy to try. Each country or
6 wild destinations to counter cabin fever
By Kerry Golds on Mar 16, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Armenia, Asia, Chile, Europe, Georgia, Madagascar, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Taiwan, Western Europe
What better antidote for being cooped up inside – or indeed the drudgery, din and dusty air of the city – than the great outdoors? Nature affords us the perfect contrast to crowded urban living. In small doses, such as a few stolen moments in a back garden brimming with flowers, it’s a blessed (if 
5 favourite romantic retreats
By Jenny Wilkinson on Feb 12, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Brazil, Hotels, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka
Was Valentine’s Day a looming date you were slightly dreading? Another missed milestone comes and goes. Or perhaps it loomed with dread even in ye olde days of ‘normal’. How many overpriced meals in a fancy restaurant swarming with amorous couples do we really remember? No one can deny this pandemic has forced a shift 
Going off the grid: Top 5 getaways for a New Year reset
By Anna Mascaro on Jan 17, 2021 in Africa, Arizona, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Croatia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Maldives, Morocco, North America, Regions, USA
A New Year abounds with possibilities to bid adieu to the old and set out to explore some of the world’s most extraordinary hidden gems. From cultural treasures in Korcula island to atmospheric streets in Essaouira, tropical paradise in Costa Rica and the Maldives, and the soaring Red Rocks of Sedona, we reveal the best 
5 of the world's most swoon-worthy villas
By Jamie Edwards on Dec 12, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Caribbean, Europe, Guadeloupe, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, Saint Lucia, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
If there was ever a time to start planning a villa holiday, that time, undeniably, is now. Villas, as opposed to hotels, are a natural choice for social distancing, as they are inherently secluded, and allow guests to spread out. Villas erase the need for babysitters, or restaurants, since a personal chef is one typical 
How to finish this dreadful year well
By Christopher Hill on Nov 02, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Belize, California, Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Louisiana, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South America, USA, Zambia
2020 has been almost universally challenging for us all, and now we are coming into the holiday season, traditionally a time of caring for those who are having it even tougher than us. I think this is even more important this year, especially for those in the developing world who, in addition to COVID-19, face 
9 worldwide balloon rides to get you high
By Linas Ceikus on Dec 17, 2019 in Africa, Air Travel, Arizona, Australia, Czech Republic, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, France, Italy, Lithuania, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Western Europe
The silence of hot air balloon flight is almost indescribable. As you float at the whims of the breeze you meet with no resistance. The only occasional sounds which may wend their way on high is the barking of distant dogs – perhaps from some inbuilt and ancient defense mechanism. The earth takes on a 
Escaping the cold: 5 Winter hideouts
By Nabeel Shariff on Nov 20, 2019 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Bahamas, Caribbean, Going Out, Maldives, Middle East, Morocco, Regions, South Africa, United Arab Emirates
Depending on where in the world you’re based, you may already be enduring cold bitter winds and inches of snow. It’s now that time of the year when the kids are out playing, enjoying the short days and snow, while us adults dread the bitter mornings and not having enough time in the day. With 
