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Morocco has a well-earned reputation as a top tourist destination offering a rich cultural and historic heritage, diversity in nature, a range of adventure travel options and warm hospitality. Recognizing the potential to develop tourism opportunities in Morocco, a host of major international hotel chains have plans to expand their operations in this exotic North African country. The fact that the tourism industry has government backing makes Morocco an even more attractive investment choice for hotel groups.
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Morocco's entry for the Foreign Films Category of the 2012 Oscar Awards is the movie 'Omar Killed Me', chosen by the country's selection commission, headed by Mohamed Gallaoui. The film has already been said to be a top contender for the 2012 Oscars. Winning the Best Foreign Language Film Award would be a wonderful achievement for Morocco and for Roschdy Zem, the Moroccan filmmaker responsible for the shooting and compiling of the film.
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Considered to be one of Morocco's most scenic locations, Essaouira's Moulay Hassan square was the main venue for the 2011 Gnawa Festival that took place in June. With the 16th century Portuguese fort looming over the restless Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the town’s white sandy beach to the east, Moulay Hassan welcomed musicians and music-lovers from all over Morocco, and beyond its borders, to celebrate the universally uniting power of music.
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Following the positive results of "Vision 2010" and under the banner of "Vision 2020", King Mohammed VI aims to increase the number of tourists visiting Morocco to 18 million by the year 2020. Morocco is currently ranked as number 25 of the world's top tourist destinations and the King has noted that he would like to see the country in the top 20.
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Tourism in Morocco is a vital industry as it not only promotes the country on various levels, including investments, but assists the local population in carving out an existence. From the Bab Rouah in Rabat to the Menara Gardens in Marrakech, Morocco is a country filled with unique attractions and extraordinary landscapes that are enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. Recognizing the importance of this industry, Caisse de Depot et de Gestion, an investment fund run by the state, have made the decision to boost the industry over a five year period and have set aside a staggering amount of money to make the project a reality.
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This year's Assilah Festival is one of the first ever arts festival to be fully wired with an iPhone and Android app and regularly updated content. It might not be the most widely known of festivals, but this year festival-goers, fans and interested parties can be part of the activities at Assilah through their mobile phones.
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There is nothing more captivating than the endless rolling dunes of the deserts of Morocco with caravans of camels slowly moving across the ancient sand. The color displays as the sun moves over the granular landscape and a sunset witnessed from the comfort of an oasis is unforgettable. Hollywood has recognized these unique qualities of this exotic country and numerous film companies have come to Morocco to film spectacular scenes. The latest films that have chosen Morocco as a film location include Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, and Sex and the City 2.
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Sala al Jadida is located near the city of Rabat and is now the official home of the Mohammed VI Football Academy. The king recently inaugurated this project, which will open its doors to education and the development of football in the country. The project has been running since 2007 with the assistance of Nasser Larguet, Project Manager, who has been overseeing the project and touring Morocco in search of students who fit the requirements of the academy. The Mohammed VI Football Academy will not only be developing the sport and its future football stars, but providing the education that will shape the minds of the younger generation.
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