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The Marvelous Art of Tadelakt

Moroccan Tadelakt is considered to be one of the oldest and most treasured plaster finishes in the world. In a technique, which is believed to be about 4,000 years old, the art of Tadelakt was used as a coating in the bathrooms and hammams (a type of sauna or steam bath) of the traditional riads in Morocco. The traditional techniques of producing Tadelakt have been passed from master to apprentice through many generations and to this day there are Tadelakt artisans who continue this tradition.

Hot Property in Morocco

It seems as if the lure of owning a second home in countries such as Portugal and Spain has started to die down, and that in the last few years the spotlight has fallen on Morocco. In cities such as Marrakech, prices of homes and land have rocketed by 1,500 %, as foreign investors and families who are in the market for investing in property turn to Morocco. And even though the property market is booming and investors scramble to close deals and secure their small piece of this mysterious paradise, there are dangers in investing without knowing how the property market in Morocco works.

Raffles Resort Comes to Marrakech

The Raffles Hotels and Resorts started in 1989 as a redevelopment project of the Raffles Hotel. By 1996 the establishment, owned by the leading hotel company Fairmont Raffles Hotels International Inc, had grown to develop resorts and hotels across the world. Known for their luxurious accommodation and services that are ranked in the top ten hotel brands in the world, and recipients of numerous awards, the Raffles Hotels and Resorts group are working towards expanding intp Morocco by 2009, with the construction of the Ruffles Resort Marrakech.

King Mohammed VI Inaugurates Projects in the North

Morocco is generally thought of as being a place of dusty souks and strong traditions. It certainly isn’t thought of as a major sporting destination. Aside from the many different water sports that are popular with tourists, very little emphasis has been put on developing sports amongst members of the Moroccan community.

Don’t Miss Hummer Adventure 2008

If you own a Hummer, may it be the H1, H2 or H3, have five thousand five hundred euros to spare and seek adventure and excitement, then the Hummer Adventure 2008 experience is the perfect racing event to enter. The entry fee allows all European drivers and a co-driver entry into the event, and it is guaranteed to be an unforgettable eight day adventure of thrills and adrenalin. Only seventy entrants in total are permitted and this anticipated rally starts in Tangiers, a port city in Morocco, on 11 May 2008.

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