Marrakech Medina Neighbourhoods Explained: A Local's Map
Mouassine, Kasbah, Mellah, Riad Zitoun, Bab Doukkala: our local's guide to the Marrakech medina's neighbourhoods, what each feels like and how to link them on foot.
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Three Valleys Day Trip from Marrakech: What You Actually See
Which valleys a three valleys day trip from Marrakech really covers, how the day runs hour by hour, what it costs on the spot and when to go.
Stargazing in the Sahara: Moon Phases, Milky Way and Camera Settings
When to go, which moon phase to aim for, where the Milky Way sits and the camera settings we use for star photos above the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Quad Biking in Marrakech: Agafay vs Palmeraie Routes
Agafay or Palmeraie? We compare both quad routes around Marrakech: terrain, drive times, prices, sunset timing, safety and what to wear.
Marrakech Airport to the Medina: Taxi Prices, Buses and Transfers
Taxi fares, the L19 bus and private transfers from Marrakech Menara Airport to the medina, with realistic 2026 prices and tips for reaching your riad.
Where to Stay in Marrakech: Medina Riad vs Gueliz vs Hivernage
Medina riad, Gueliz apartment or Hivernage hotel? We compare Marrakech's main areas on price, noise, access and atmosphere so you can pick the right base.
Lalla Takerkoust Lake: Swimming, Kayaks and Atlas Views
Swimming, kayaking and lunch with a High Atlas view: our practical guide to Lalla Takerkoust lake, 45 minutes from Marrakech, with 2026 prices.
Your First Camel Trek: How It Feels and How to Prepare
How a camel ride really feels, how long it lasts, what to wear and pack, and the small tricks that make your first trek into the Sahara dunes comfortable.
Paragliding near Marrakech: Where, When and How Safe Is It?
Where tandem paragliding happens near Marrakech, the best months and hours, weight and age limits, prices, and the honest answer on safety.
Hiring a Private Driver in Morocco: Costs, Tips and What's Included
What a private driver in Morocco costs in 2026, which vehicle to choose, what is included in the price, and how to get the most out of your days on the road.
Marrakech Street Food: What to Eat After Dark (and Where)
Harira, snail soup, tanjia, mechoui and grilled brochettes: what to eat in Marrakech after dark, where locals go, fair prices and how to choose a good stall.
Argan Oil Cooperatives on the Road to Essaouira: What's Real
Real women's cooperative or tourist shop? How argan oil is made, what it should cost in 2026 and the truth about the goats in the trees.