Morocco rocks!
Morocco
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Oct 14 - Oct 20, 2025
Our trip to Morocco was wonderful on many levels. The front-end services that were coordinated through KimKim went smoothly, even though our point person changed right before we left for Casablanca. The local guides and our driver, the intrepid Hashim, were drawn from a tour group called Immersive Morocco, I think. They were all knowledgeable, professional and enthusiastic about the culture and different regions of the country. We stayed inside the walls of the old city in both Fes and Marrakech, which were unique and authentic! The camel camp in the Sahara was a real treat, too. I recommend doing it all!! We also stayed in a renovated casbah. What an experience! It was a lengthy road trip but Hisham knew all the spots to stop, where the cleanest restrooms were located and was able to point out interesting facts along the way. Having a private driver is definitely the way to go!
Hotel Reviews
My goodness, we were not expecting a king sized bed, hot water and full-on plumbing in this remote location. Very quiet, comfortable, we were well taken care of. Would have had great night views only the evening was completely overcast.
Staying at the Riad Farouzi Fes was a delightful experience. When you wind your way through the alleyways of the walled city and a big wooden door opens up into a charming little courtyard with gorgeous tile work and a fountain, it's breathtaking. We really liked it there, and everyone was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
Staying at Kasbah Tiziri was a wonderful experience, especially with the Canadian owner who was very empathetic to our situation when I fell ill. She kindly offered to let us use her washing machine, provided us with extra paper towels, and even sent us off with some bananas for the journey. Her kindness made a tough time much more bearable.
Our stay at Riad La Croix Berbère Luxe in Marrakesh was lovely. The exterior was unassuming, but inside it felt like we unearthed a gem. The staff were very accommodating, especially when we weren't feeling our best. We found solace in a nearby rooftop restaurant that patiently served us simple meals as we recovered.
Activity Reviews
We visited all the points of interest! Couldn't have weaved our way through all the alleyways without our guide!
Not to miss. A bucket list item i got to check. Camels are not a particularly comfy way to travel but it was only for an hour-ish and a once in a lifetime experience.