Morocco
Kasbahs and camels in Morocco
Families Worldwide has spaces on its 8-day Kasbahs & Camels trip to Morocco departing 16 April. The group will head across the Atlas Mountains via Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, which was made famous in the film Gladiator, and learn about the life of the hospitable Berber tribes, staying in their simple mountain villages.
Fleewinter reveals two new Moroccan gems
Specialist operator Fleewinter has added two new properties to its Morocco programme – Kasbah Angour in the High Atlas Mountains and Riad Mumtaz on the Atlantic coast – taking the total number of riads and boutique hotels within its portfolio to over 200.
A decent flight and the finest Riad in Marrakech!
Contrary to exaggerated reports in some newspapers, Morocco remains extremely safe to visit and does not share the political grievances of other countries in the region. In fact Prince Charles is visiting in a few days’ time.
Escape the Royal Wedding with a break to Morocco
Thanks to the bank holiday because of the Royal Wedding on Friday 29 April, it will be possible to take a 10-night holiday using up only three days of precious annual leave.
Grab a bargain on the Moroccan coast
There is still time to take advantage of Fleewinter’s March deal to the Rebali Riad complex near Essaouira on Morocco’s Atlantic coast – 25% off all bookings of four nights or more.
Family adventures in Morocco this Easter
Families Worldwide has availability this Easter on its 10-day Atlas Mule Train trip to Morocco.
Raiders of the lost Kasbah with Walks Worldwide
Walks Worldwide has spaces on its Raiders of the Lost Kasbah trip departing 19 March and 9 April.
Cruise the Moorish Mediterranean with Star Clippers
Tall ship sailing specialist Star Clippers is offering a unique opportunity to explore the history of the Mediterranean, combining the romance of a voyage through the Balearic Islands and Andalucia to Morocco with a stay in a beautiful riad in Marrakech.
British Airways returns to Morocco
Morocco has been an increasingly popular destination in recent years for Brits who enjoy the wide choice of luxurious riads and hotels available, particularly in Marrakech and Essaouira, and also for those who have been investing in a riad of their own, such as actress Stephanie Beacham, who has a property on the Atlantic coast (bookable though Fleewinter).
New luxury spa opens in Marrakech
Es Saadi Gardens & Resort in Marrakech has just opened the brand new Es Saadi Palace Spa on 1st December 2010.
Big savings from Prestige Holidays
Save £204 per person on a seven night break in La Sultana Marrakech with Prestige Holidays.
A place of retreat in mystical Morocco
Tucked away behind the mystical walls of the medina and just a stroll from the famous Djemaa el Fna square, is the latest addition to the Angsana Riads Collection.
Is Sidi Kaouki Morocco’s best kept secret?
As tourism continues to spread, it becomes increasingly difficult to find somewhere new, which has not yet found its way into the mass market brochures – enter Sidi Kaouki.
Shop in the sun this Christmas
To find some extraordinary presents this year, travellers should head further afield than the usual Christmas Markets says Gap Adventures.
Get active in Morocco
Fleewinter has introduced activity breaks to its brand new riad complex, Rebali – located in the small village of Sidi Kaouki, 20 minutes from the coastal town of Essaouira – for those who would rather climb onto a camel than just snooze on a sunbed.