âI donât believe thereâs any city in the world quite like Marrakechâ, our guide Youssef told us as we strolled around the city. âItâs not the oldest or the largest city in Morocco, and itâs not the capital, but itâs the most captivatingâ. As we strolled around Jemaa el-Fnaa square, with juice vendors hollering and […]
Category Archives: Africa
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Mar
Mar
Thereâs so much to love about Morocco. The winding alleyways of the medina, the two very different coastlines, the incredible history all bring a country that is on so many travel bucket lists to life. I absolutely love Morocco, and I think itâs a must-visit. But there are a few things to consider before travelling […]
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Nov
Nov
Firmly at the top of many peopleâs bucket lists, the Pyramids of Giza arenât a Wonder of the Ancient World for nothing. Dating back a whopping 4,500 years (and still in remarkably good condition!) the largest Pyramid of Giza (which is often known simply as âThe Pyramid of Gizaâ) was built as a tomb for […]
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Jul
Jul
London to Tangier. On a map, itâs 1,500 miles. Flight time, around 3.5 hours. Without flying? I was about to find out. It was raining in London St Pancras and the crowds were surging. Gripping my coffee like my trip depended on it, the current of people took me as I shuffled through Eurostar baggage […]
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Jan
Jan
9,000 ancient streets weaving through the Medina. Some of the worldâs oldest markets and places of education. Neighbourhoods spanning from the ancient, to the Medieval, to the modern and authentic local markets, with shops and cafes offering traditional Moroccan hospitality. Thereâs so much to love about Fes. About Fes I hadnât done much research before […]
15
Jan
Jan
Is Morocco safe? Is it ok for solo female travel? After visiting Morocco twice in the last six months, Iâve put together all of my thoughts about Morocco safety in this article! Generally, YES, I felt very safe in Morocco. But let’s go into all of its nuances and see what the overall consensus is! […]
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Jan
Jan
It took me 31 years to visit Morocco, and now I canât believe I slept on it for so long! Towering mountains, vast desert, Mediterranean and Atlantic coastline – Morocco really does have it all. Add that to friendly people and fascinating culture, and youâve got the recipe for a perfect travel destination. I visited […]
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Nov
Nov
In the heart of North Africa, lies a city of souks, ancient palaces and a culture infused with Arabic, French and Berber influences – Marrakech. I visited this city for the first time in November 2024, and was immediately enchanted. I put together all my thoughts in a full travel vlog (see it here), but […]
15
Nov
Nov
Marrakech sees millions of tourists per year, but there are still plenty of hidden spots that many donât make it to. On my recent trip to the Moroccan city, I wanted to explore some of the highlights, but also get to know Moroccan culture and history a little deeper. So I enlisted the services of […]
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May
May
Soaring to 5,895 meters, Mount Kilimanjaro is not only Africa’s tallest peak but also the world’s highest free-standing mountain. Located in northeastern Tanzania, this iconic summit draws thousands of travellers from across the globe each year – eager to conquer its heights and witness the stunning vistas from above the clouds. Being one of the […]