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“Four things cannot be hidden — love, smoke, a pillar of fire and a man striding across the open bled.” #frankherbert #fremen #dune #essaouria #morocco 🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦 https://www.instagram.com/p/CmZRZX1NYsu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Tourism in Morocco for 2023

Morocco has become a significant tourist destination in North Africa due to its natural beauty and cultural heritage. The country’s rich culture, history, and cuisine attract thousands of foreign and Moroccan tourists every year. Its thriving hospitality sector provides jobs and contributes a significant amount to the country’s GDP. The Atlas Mountains run through Morocco’s heart, dividing the country into two most prominent regions- the north and the south. Both areas are rich in natural resources and attract many foreign and local tourists. The northern region of Morocco is home to Marrakech, the country’s most famous city. This city is filled with historical monuments such as the Kouttab River Avenue and Atlas Jalon Castle. It is also famous for its marketplaces, restaurants, art galleries, and Bedouin culture. Marrakech is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world due to its unique culture, attractions, and natural beauty. Morocco’s tourism industry is growing rapidly thanks to its increasing number of Moroccan and foreign tourists. The country hosts over 5 million tourists each year who either come for business or pleasure. Attractions include the royal cities of Marrakech and Fez, the desert region of Aït-Ben-Haddou, the Atlantic Ocean beaches of Agadir and Essaouria, the Atlas mountains, Djebel Berqiq and Meren Shahi, historical sites such as Meknes and Fes, and its cuisines such as tagines and couscous. Don’t miss the chance to visit Morocco, the holidays in Marrakech are the best in the world!

Housing one-sixth of all Arab tourism markets combined with over 120 ethnic groups within its borders, Morocco boasts a diverse culture that attracts people from all over the world. Its hospitality sector provides jobs and contributes a significant amount to the country’s GDP. As one of the largest employers in Morocco, hotels, restaurants, tour operators, and transportation services thrive on the influx of foreign cash during tourist season. Morocco is one of Africa’s most popular travel destinations due to its natural beauty and history. Its booming tourism industry is snowballing thanks to its increasing number of Moroccan and foreign tourists. The industry’s contribution to national economic growth is significant, as are its jobs for local workers.

There are several local travel agencies in Morocco that can help you explore the Beauty of Morocco. However, you have to choose the best one for you, for instance, Morocco4x4 is one of them. As it has mentioned, Morocco offers several landscapes that will absolutely attract your heart, but the desert is the preferred by tourists these last few years. So, you may love having a desert tour from Fes or a desert tour from Fes or elsewhere. Tours from Fes are popular because it’s situated in the center of Morocco.

The Medina of Essaouria - ……………………………….. Essaouria’s Medina was the first one I had seen that was so spacious, it made navigating, even among crowds of people, quite easy. As many of you have noted the colors of Essaouria, and Morocco 🇲🇦 in general, truly show out. Not for nothing, Essaouria has had a history of being sought after, particularly for its dyes and exotic spices. 🌸 Fun Facts about Essaouria 🌸 🔹 Located on the Atlantic Ocean 🔹 Still an international trading seaport 🔹 Formally known in Portuguese as : Mogador 🔹 Was also known as the : Port of Timbuktu - coined this name due to the influx of descendants of slaves that once arrived there 🔹 A windsurfers haven 🔹 One of the most multicultural Medinas in Morocco 🔹 Once was the manufacturing site of a prized purple dye that came from a sea snail 🐌 right off its beaches - though the snails originated from the nearby “Purple Islands” of Morocco ……………………………. ➡️ Did any of these facts surprise you? 😆 #beyondeden🌺 . . . . . #essaouira #visitessaouira #essaouriatrips #morocco #travelafrica #solotravel #mogador #NYtimestravel #postcardplaces #travelmore #essencetravels #colorventures #bucketlist #ilovetravel #travelguide #livetotravel #windsurf #portoftimbuktu #girlswhotravelsolo #seasnail #essaouiramedina #visitmorocco #inmorocco #discovermorocco #beautifulmorocco #moroccoplaces (at Essaouria) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cli98JwuSFA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

【讀者投稿 － 知性愛情】摩洛哥舊城區的月光

為防禦外敵入侵，摩洛哥設有舊城區 Medina，是居民聚居地。摩洛哥的重要城市，都有舊城區，如 Marrakesh、Fez、Meknes、Essaouria、Tetouan、Rabat、Casablanca、Chefchaoeun 和 Tangier 等⋯⋯

舊城區和新城區形成一個強烈對比，以 Marrakesh 為例，據說它已有 1000 年歷史。走在彎彎曲曲的窄巷，恍如進入時光隧道，回到古時。這些舊城被一幅幅泥黃色的磚牆包圍，看不見盡頭。走在其中，很易迷路。曾經看過一套電影，拍攝場地應該是摩洛哥，其中一幕便是戲中女主角在舊城區迷了路，這一幕，我印象猶深。

我到訪過摩洛哥好幾次，每次也是住在舊城區，所以對舊城區別有一番感情。大部分由舊宅改建的酒店，都坐落在舊城區。雖然要穿過窄巷才進到酒店，但酒店設計雅緻，別有洞天，很值得入住。有一間我尤其鍾情的酒店，它就是在舊城區內，我從廣場進入，經過各式各樣的店鋪，再經街市，再經靜靜的小巷子，才到達酒店大門，但大門看上去也不像是酒店大門，如無酒店牌掛在外面，會以為走進尋常百姓家。

我喜歡早上在吃過早餐後，在這些窄巷閒逛。陽光温煦地照射下來，我有時會看見小貓，蹲在牆邊一角曬太陽。然後步行到街市，看看當地售賣的食物和用品，了解一下當地的民生。再順步到售賣旅遊紀念品的商鋪，和商店老闆講吓價，又或者選購一點心頭好。

我又試過夜深了才回酒店。我要冒着勇氣，在昏黃街燈映影下，沿着摸熟了的路線，穿過窄巷，返回酒店。當時所住的酒店，在一間清真廟後面，我有時經過，也會見到有些人在裏面祈禱，總覺得會入廟祈禱的，應該是善男，所以會安心一點。

有一次和一位摩洛哥朋友要到舊城區一住宅，我和他在舊城區左穿右插，如不是由他帶路，我一定會迷路，因為這些窄巷，是沒有路牌的，不過，跟着這位朋友這樣走過這些舊城巷子，也十分有趣，恍如回到千多年前的摩洛哥，而時間就在這刻凝住了。

有一次，這位朋友邀請我乘坐他的電單車，我生平第一次坐電單車，實在感到興奮。我戴好保護頭套，便騎上他的電單車，由他載我穿越舊城小巷，經過一間間商鋪，及路邊擺賣的小攤檔，風馳電掣，好像電影場景，還記得當時的晚空，掛着一輪明月，又圓又大，為整個舊城區增添了一分凄美。這一刻，成為一幅美麗的圖畫，就這樣永遠烙印在我的腦海裏。

如今在香港，每當在每月十五夜，看見天空上皎潔的明月時，也會想起那天在摩洛哥朋友的摩托車上，在他的背後，一同抬頭望見的一輪清冷的明月。

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GT Neergard Essaouira

Morocco, Essaouira, door of traditional house.

I promise this is 100% true

So, a few weeks  ago I was in Essaouira, Morocco, and this guy came up to my dad asking for money in a bunch of different languages, trying to guess what languages my dad spoke. And when my dad refused to give him money, he says, “Please, I haven’t eaten in 1 week” in French to my dad, and then my dad says, “Sir, that’s not my fault” and then the guy replies with “ITS YOUR FAULT!” and then EVERYONE we were with who could understand burst out LAUGHING (including me) and then the guy starts to laugh a little to, but then goes back to asking us for money until we left the area. Fast forward to the next day, we were just walking around and then I turn around to see a RANDOM GUY HUGGING MY DAD, and guess what, IT WAS THE GUY FROM THEPREVIOUS DAY! And when everyone realized who it was hugging my dad we all BURST OUT LAUGHING

Sunsets and beaches🌌

After three sweltering days in the Marrakesh heat, the ocean breeze called us. @elisebjastad and I took a three-hour bus ride from Marrakesh to the sea-side town of Essaouira. Good points: 1. It’s less hectic than Marrakesh. 2. You can walk down the medina without fearing for a rumbling motorbike at your heels. 3. Both tourists and locals are vacationing here. Matter of fact, we saw one of the guys were were haggling with the Marrakesh souk here. #essaouria #moroc #blackgirlstraveltoo #medina (at Essouira, Morocco)

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Essaouira by ANJCI ALL OVER

[🚨Save + Share] Essaouria - the “Windy City of Africa” ……………………….. Oh it was windy alright! 😆 Almost got blown away several times. Haha A gorgeous little port city along the Atlantic Ocean, Essaouria is known for a number of things including: 💨 Tranquility 💨 Fusion of culture 💨 Windsurfing 💨 Fresh fish 💨 Medina 💨 …Game of Thrones It had to be one of the most picturesque and peaceful places I had seen in Morocco. Not to mention, quiet easy to navigate. Although, I personally came for the first few bullets, that last bullet right there is apparently what got everybody going nuts. 😂 Cause apparently, that rampart behind me is where Daenerys Targaryen fried the Unsullied. I only know this cause a friend I made while visiting had to remind me 500 times what happened there.🤣 All in all, it made for a glorious day-trip. Just be cautious of the GOT fanatics, unless you are one. 😆 jk #beyondeden🌺 . . . . . #visitmorocco #essaouira #visitessaouira #essaouiramedina #exploremorocco #moroccotrip #travelmorocco #Medina #Africa #simplymorocco #maroc #thatsdarling #GOT #travelholic #travelstagram #liveauthentic #travelblog #traveltheworld #instapassport #flashesofdelight #blackadventuristas #wegotoo #traveldiaries #traveller #blackgirlstraveltoo #meettheworld #huffpostgram (at Essaouira, Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClQ8gA3uHW9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Let the weekend begin 🦋✨ Beautiful shot in @villaanouk . . . . . . . . . #destinationmorocco #villaanouk #handira #weddingblanket #outdoordecor #inspohome #hygge #scandiboho #scandinaviandesign #bohostyle #bohemiandecor #essaouria #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #livecolorfully #wanderlust #interiordesign #weekendvibes (at Villa Anouk Essaouira)

★ Cool TIGER… Salman Khan’s Selfie with Fan Abdesselam and on location of Tiger Zinda Hai in Morocco ( July 2017)!!