Category: Morocco

Craftsman in Fez, Morocco

5 travel experiences you didn’t know existed

By on Dec 08, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Attractions, Canada, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Morocco, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Road Travel, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Zimbabwe

Much of the joy of travel stems from experiencing something new, stumbling upon the unexpected and seeing a place in a new light. While seeing iconic sites is all part of your journey, the best memories often come from trying things that are out of the ordinary. Here, we’ve listed five experiences that you may […]

Our top 10 sunset hotspots in the world

Our top 10 sunset hotspots in the world

By on Oct 12, 2016 in Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Arizona, Asia, Australia, Brazil, California, Caribbean, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Kenya, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Regions, South America, Spain, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

For me it is quite amazing to think wherever you are in the world you are witnessing the same burning sun dip below the horizon. Yet the same sun setting each day offers a unique moment, special to you. Sunset is one of my favourite times of the day – a moment to reflect on […]

Top 6 places to discover in Morocco beyond Marrakesh

Top 6 places to discover in Morocco beyond Marrakesh

By on Sep 06, 2016 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Morocco, Regions

Marrakesh has become a popular destination for those seeking a long weekend exploring a different culture, taste new foods and bartering for leather bags and lanterns in the souqs. However, away from this whirlwind city, there’s a calmer side to Morocco. Explore the fabled narrow streets of Fez’s medina, tuck into freshly caught fish around […]

Tranquility Bay Resort, Ambergris Caye

10 things to learn while you travel

By on Jul 31, 2016 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, Ecuador, Food and Drink, India, Leisure Travel, Louisiana, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, USA, Worldwide

Experiential travel is the best kind – and what better way to get under a destination’s skin than by learning a new skill under the guidance of local experts? From cooking and dancing to surfing and diving, via a multitude of handicrafts, here are some suggestions for educational, practical activities to try out on your […]

The foothills of Atlas Mountains in Morocco

Top 6 family travel destinations for October half-term

By on Jul 29, 2016 in Africa, Asia, Family Travel, Japan, Massachusetts, Mauritius, Middle East, Morocco, New Hampshire, North America, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Turkey, USA, Worldwide

As the nights begin to draw in and the temperatures start to fall, it’s tempting to get away with your family for a change of scene. October half-term is the last chance in the school holidays calendar to make tracks before Christmas. You don’t always have to choose the most obvious destinations. These six family […]

Wellness breaks - top 3 choices for a luxury spa experience

Wellness breaks – top 3 choices for a luxury spa experience

By on May 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Anguilla, Asia, Caribbean, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Looking after ourselves isn’t often easy with the pressures of every-day life, so it’s not surprising that many view their one-two week holiday as a chance for some well- deserved R&R! Hotels and resorts have not only vastly improved their offering over the years from the standard swimming pool to now, a much more holistic […]

5 amazing luxury villas to visit in 2016

5 amazing luxury villas to visit in 2016

By on Apr 30, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Europe, France, Italy, Morocco, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Villa holidays are the ideal choice for family getaways, providing a winning combination of privacy and independence whilst offering the high standards of service and convenience you’d expect from a luxury hotel. Ideal for large multi-generational families, groups of friends or a celebration getaway, the design of luxury villas nowadays caters for everyone in the […]

Elephant Hills Tented Camp

8 great places to travel responsibly

By on Apr 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Camping, Canada, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Hotels, India, Kenya, Morocco, North America, Regions, Resorts, South America, Thailand, Worldwide, Zambia

Responsible travel is about directly benefitting the communities you visit whenever possible through sustainable travel, environmental protection and social projects. Here are just a few responsible travel suggestions you can include as part of a trip to the destinations in question. 1. Elephant Hills Tented Camp, Thailand One of the highlights of many peoples’ visits […]

6 of the world's most unique hotel gyms

6 of the world’s most unique hotel gyms

By on Mar 11, 2016 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, California, Hawaii, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Morocco, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA

When it comes to staying in shape on a luxury getaway it can be difficult to muster up the motivation to keep the pounds off, what with the room service lobster, champagne by the bottle and the body-hugging king size bed that seductively whispers “never leave.” In fact, we’ve been conditioned to roll our eyes […]

Living the high life in the High Atlas

Living the high life in the High Atlas

By on Jan 14, 2016 in Africa, Morocco, Regions

Morocco is a fabulous destination for luxury travellers but, as with all other destinations, is best enjoyed with a theme in mind. Many opt for the towns of the north with their dense souks (open-air markets) where a heady mix of trades vie for local custom, but our recommendation is to head further south, up […]

15 of my favourite photos from my travels in 2015

15 of my favourite photos from my travels in 2015

By on Dec 31, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Europe, Featured, Germany, Greece, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Morocco, Portugal, Regions, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

2015 was another year filled with interesting opportunities and visits to far-flung places around the world, including trips to Japan, Singapore, UAE and the Maldives, as well as many much closer to home, including several trips around the UK. My photography continues to need some fine tuning (I will be going on a course in […]

4 alternatives to Marrakech in Morocco

4 alternatives to Marrakech in Morocco

By on Nov 11, 2015 in Africa, Morocco, Regions

Don’t get us wrong, we love the winding alleyways and bustling souks of Marrakech, but we also know that there is so much more to Morocco than this one city. Whether you’re looking for ancient walkways, a secluded wilderness or a bit of beach relaxation, this country really does tick all the boxes. Whilst the majority […]

Ice Q, Solden, Austria

Where to see the 5 most glamorous locations in Spectre

By on Nov 06, 2015 in Africa, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Vatican City, Western Europe

Glamorous locations pepper the new James Bond movie, Spectre, like bullets from 007’s Walther PPK. But these breathtaking places aren’t guarded secrets and you don’t have to be licensed to kill to visit them. There’s no need to worry, either, that in travelling like Bond you will be plagued by evil villains – you will […]

16 beauty experiences from around the world

16 beauty experiences from around the world

By on Sep 19, 2015 in Africa, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Eastern Europe, Europe, Fiji, France, Greece, Hawaii, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

When traveling, make your days even more beautiful by experiencing beauty treatments based on ingredients and rituals native to the country you’re visiting. From Tahiti to Tulum and from Bali to Morocco, here are the 16 of the best beauty experiences you’re likely to find anywhere in the world! 1. Evian-les-Bains – hydrotherapy You know […]

Interview with Lucy Fox, PR leader at RMG PR & Events

Interview with Lucy Fox, PR leader at RMG PR & Events

By on Jul 27, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, Europe, Hotels, Interviews, Italy, Morocco, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Lucy Fox is a travel and lifestyle PR working for luxury agency RMG PR & Events. She started her career running a first class travel business and has worked alongside many industry figureheads. As joint founder of Fox Rendall International, she was awarded the worldwide Hyatt Hotels account responsible for managing the UK press function. […]

4 ways to get the most from Marrakech

4 ways to get the most from Marrakech

By on Jun 30, 2015 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Morocco, Regions

Listed by many top travel publications as one of the best holiday destinations in the world, Marrakech in Morocco has taken a hit to its tourism due to the uncertainty of its neighbouring countries. The one question we get asked more than any other – is Marrakech safe? Marrakech is no less safe than many […]