If you ever find yourself near Tafraoute in southern Morocco, don’t skip the painted rocks. We already knew where we were going. We had found the location beforehand and planned to stop there for the night nearby, so this wasn’t one of those completely accidental hidden gems. Still, nothing really prepared us for how impressive…
Morocco is a mix of Arabic, French, smiles, shrugs, and somehow still understanding each other. Here are a few useful words and what communication there really feels like.
What it was like visiting Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca Can non-Muslims visit mosques in Morocco? Short answer: No – most mosques in Morocco are not open to non-Muslims. The main exception is the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, which can be visited on a guided tour. Before traveling to Morocco, one thing I didn’t…
Morocco is often much more affordable than people expect. Compared to most of Europe, everyday expenses like food, fuel, and mobile data are noticeably lower. Traveling by campervan, we found groceries, local meals, and even campsites surprisingly cheap, especially when choosing simple, local options over imported products or tourist-focused places. While prices can rise in more popular areas, overall Morocco feels refreshingly inexpensive for daily travel.
Driving in Morocco is an experience of its own – a mix of freedom, small chaos, and constant surprises. From frequent police checkpoints and unexpected road habits to cheap fuel and roadside mint tea stops, here are 15 things nobody really tells you before you get behind the wheel.
A small, colorful village by the ocean we never planned to visit – and didn’t want to leave. Aghroud surprised us with its quiet charm, bright houses, and slow coastal life.
We imagined the Sahara as endless waves of sand – but the reality is very different. From rocky landscapes to golden dunes, this is what the desert in Morocco actually looks like.
Blue walls, calm corners and a pace that makes you breathe slower. Chefchaouen stays with you long after you leave.
What it’s really like traveling in Morocco during Ramadan – quiet streets by day, full tables after sunset and unexpected moments along the way.
Kitesurfing in Morocco means strong Atlantic winds, wild beaches and long wetsuits. From Essaouira to hidden spots like Sidi R’bat – what to expect on the coast.
We arrived in Morocco with a certain picture in mind – endless sand dunes, chaos, and something hard to fully grasp. The reality turned out to be completely different. From mint tea culture and surprisingly affordable everyday life to police checkpoints and landscapes that are far more diverse than expected, Morocco kept surprising us in ways we didn’t see coming.