Sahara trip planning: pack and book smart

Traveller on a camel during a Sahara trip across Erg Chebbi dunes

A Sahara trip rewards travellers who decide early: which gateway town, how many nights, which camp level. This guide walks through the bookings and packing choices that matter most, so the only surprise left is the view.

Imperial cities Morocco slow travel guide

A traveler navigating the narrow streets of Fez's medina, one of Morocco's most iconic imperial cities

Morocco’s 4 imperial cities each carry a different history, a different mood, and a completely different pace. This guide shows you how to move through Marrakech, Fez, Meknes, and Rabat in one clean forward route, without doubling back, and with enough time to actually feel each place.

Coastal medinas north of Agadir

People enjoying the beach along Essaouira’s Atlantic coast in Morocco, with ocean waves and a scenic coastal atmosphere

The coastal medinas north of Agadir stay cooler and far less crowded than Morocco’s inland cities in late August. From Essaouira’s UNESCO-listed ramparts to tiny Imsouane’s world-famous wave, each town offers something the postcard version of Morocco never shows. Pack light and head north.

African handball: Morocco’s red-hot rise

A Moroccan handball player celebrates during an African handball championship match in front of a passionate crowd

African handball is more than a game in Morocco. It is a street ritual, a national identity, and a growing force on the world stage. Marrakech puts you at the centre of it all. Come for the sport, stay for everything the city opens up around it.

Mountain trails near Azilal for July

A hiker walks a mountain trail near Azilal at sunrise with High Atlas peaks in the background

Azilal sits at the edge of Morocco’s central High Atlas, surrounded by some of the most dramatic mountain trails in the country. July mornings here are cool, clear, and perfect for setting out on foot before the sun takes control. These 5 routes range from gentle valley walks to serious ascents, and each one puts you deep inside a landscape most travellers never see.

Moroccan mountain villages: cool in July

trekker walks in Berber village in the Moroccan mountain of the High Atlas, surrounded by terraced fields and walnut trees.

When July turns Morocco’s coast into a furnace, the mountains offer a completely different world. These 5 Moroccan mountain villages sit high enough to keep temperatures comfortable, trails rewarding, and culture alive. Pack light, go higher, and discover the Morocco most visitors never find.

Ryanair cuts Belgium-Morocco flights

Ryanair Morocco

Ryanair is cutting roughly one million seats from its Belgian operations this winter and removing five aircraft from Charleroi. Several direct routes to Morocco, including Marrakech, Essaouira, Nador, Oujda, and Tétouan, face suspension or cancellation during the 2026-2027 winter season.

Surfing Morocco in summer: full guide

A surfer rides a long mellow wave along the Moroccan Atlantic coast, capturing the spirit of surfing Morocco in summer

Surfing Morocco in summer is a different game from the winter crowd rush, and it rewards those who show up ready. The Atlantic coast delivers warm water, light crowds, and mellow waves from June through August. This guide covers the best spots, what conditions to expect, and how to plan a trip that goes well beyond the postcard.

Agadir weekend: plan the perfect June escape

A woman walks along the Agadir beach at sunrise, enjoying a June morning on Morocco's Atlantic coast during an Agadir weekend

June is the ideal time to plan an Agadir weekend: the Atlantic breeze keeps temperatures comfortable, crowds stay manageable, and the city feels fully alive. This guide covers the best beaches, local markets, nearby surf villages, and cultural rituals to help you make the most of 2 days on Morocco’s southern coast.