About Morocco
Morocco (the full Arabic name is Al Mamlakah al Maghribiyah which translates into "The Western Kingdom" ) is located on the North West coast of Africa and has ports in the North Atlantic Ocean as well as the Mediterranean Sea. It is the third most populous Arab country. Morocco shares the largest part of its border with Algeria to the East and Western Saharah to the South. Morocco is divided into sixteen regions. Each region is further divided into provinces and prefectures. The capital of Morocco is Rabat and its largest city is Casablanca. The national currency is the Moroccan Dirham.
Getting Here
For U.S. citizens and British citizens, passports are required for entry into Morocco, but a visa is not required for stays up to three months. Mohammed V International Airport (CMD) is the main international airport and is located in Nouasseur, which is approximately 25 km (15 miles) from Casablanca. There are also some 60 regional airports throughout the country. Royal Air Maroc is the national air carrier. For U.S. travelers, Delta and Continental offer regularly scheduled flights. From the United Kingdom and Europe, flights are offered by Air France, Easy Jet, and Ryanair into many Moroccan destinations. For domestic flights within Morocco, travelers rely upon the company called Regional Air Lines. Travelling to Morocco is also accomplished by ship with cruise lines, such as Norwegian and Royal Caribbean, offering itineraries with regular stops at Morocco’s main port in Casablanca. For more information about travel, see our flights and hotels sections.
Accommodations
Morocco has a variety of accommodations from which to choose. In the larger cities, such as Casablanca and Tangier, there are a number of international hotels including the Ramada, Sheraton and Hyatt Regency. However, throughout all of the major cities and in the metropolitan centers of Morocco, excellent five star hotels that offer the luxury of their international counterparts but with local charm and hospitality are available. Many travellers find that the best accommodations in Morocco are Riads, which are traditional Morocco homes that have been converted into small hotels and private guest houses. Riads are usually located inside the older districts throughout Morocco which are steeped in culture. If you would like to see Riads that we offer on Morocco.com then see our establishments section.
Destinations and Attractions
Morocco is a land rich in natural beauty and unforgettable places that are both fascinating to visit and intriguing to explore. For those who want to immerse themselves in Moroccan culture and history there are hundreds of mosques, palaces, and historical sites to visit. Some of the favorites on our list include the ancient city of Asilah, the Grottoes of Hercules, and the El Bahia Palace. Equally memorable is the Moroccan landscape, which is framed by several impressive destinations such as the Sahara Desert and stunning mountain ranges such as the High Atlas, the Chefchaouen Mountains and the Oregano Mountains, which offer outdoor activities such as snow skiing, hiking, climbing, and adventure travel. For travelers wanting the relaxation of seaside towns and beaches, the Moroccan coast is home to spectacular fishing villages such Dakhla and swimming beaches such as Plage Quemada and Lalla Fatma. If you would like some travel ideas, then take a look at our top 30 attractions in Morocco.
Culture and Heritage
Moroccan culture is rich is history, the arts and sciences. Throughout Morocco there is a wide choice of museums such as The Museum of Antiquities and The Ethnographic Museum in Tetouan. Another favorite stop is the Museum of Moroccan Art, which houses on display unique collections of glass objects, manuscripts, exquisite carpets, jewelry, pottery and ancient manuscripts. For those enjoying live performances, Morocco has may wonderful theatres that present classic, translated and reworked productions of western classics such as Shakespeare to modern productions of Moroccan plays that are filled with the country’s tradition and folklore. Unique theatrical venues include Alliance Franco-Marocaine Theater and the Teatro de Cervantes. Popular outdoor festivals also abound with performances held at the Marrakech Popular Arts Festival and the Amazigh Theater Festival in Casablanca. Seekers of outdoor adventure may wish to explore the wonderful national parks and reserves of Morocco, such as Souss Massa National Park and the Mediterranean Intercontinental Biosphere Reserve established through UNESCO. A more detailed review f these and other parks can be found by reading our section on National Parks.
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User Comments & Reviews
2010-07-12 10:18:51
Hi there. Please can someone advise if I buy a whole lot of goods at the local Souks and dealers and pack them in a container for shipping to my country, do I need to have a Moroccan EXPORT registration licence or something? I am a registered business with import licence in my country though. Cheers
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2010-04-15 18:50:46
Hello! I am a University student here in the U.S. and a few close friends and I are planning a late summer trip to Morocco. We're curious about what you would recommend to a few poor traveling students about what should not be missed in Morocco. Any and all suggestions are welcome!
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2010-01-25 18:01:41
Hello vasshu gherra, if you would like to know more about fashion embroidery fabrics, in Morocco, i can be in help to you so if you are inerested let me know. I live in the USA right now and you can reach me at (617) 306-3519 so we can talk about this Business opportunity. Best regards, Adnane Laaroussi.
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2009-12-25 14:36:57
Dear Mr. Khan, I have plans to work in Morocco, could tell me, wht will be the expenses inocured for a family ( Me, my wife and my son) ( a month ).
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2009-12-24 10:53:17
what an experience, ! we have just returned from a trip to this dirty filthy toilet of a country, it is impossible to talk to any of the locals, they are vultures that only see westerners as a source of cash, I was stung for 60 euro's for just talking to a guy, ! (after 1 hour he 'explained' that he was an official guide, !) The hotel charged me 100 euro more than the quoted price, and when I returned the car at the airport he took a further 20 euro from me 'for fuel' even though it was fuller than when I started, ! driving standards are appalling, cities filthy, people unfriendly, we were on a visit to recce the place prior to bringing a party of approx 18 friends next summer, but I assure you that this will NOT take place.
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2009-11-02 19:02:29
i love morocco it is the best places to visit
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2009-10-12 12:12:30
To Vasshu Gherra, Please note that Morocco.com does not represent any government or trade authorities. You haven't said what country you are from, but we suggest that you contact the Moroccan Embassy in your country for information on the correct authority to deal with in Morocco.
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2009-10-08 14:49:00
i want to go to morocco for export business of fashion embroidery fabrics,made ups,kaftans etccc. this is my 1st visit,need guidance on hotels and a textile agent who lives there and who is known to companies and fashion hoses stores etcc in major city casablanca.
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2009-09-16 13:51:07
Dear Mr. Khan, I am planning to go to Marocko in December. There is a flight from Köln to Nador, but actually I want to meet a friend in Marrakesh. Is there a good and cheap possibility to travel from Nador to Marrakesh? (bus or train?) I would be very pleased to have some advice from you. Merci!! Julia
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2009-09-02 22:20:11
morocco is my very favorite country. i want to know at a glance about morocco.
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