Is August a good time to visit Agadir? With school holidays in full swing and the summertime temperatures at their peak, August is a really busy time to be in Agadir. Not only do international travellers flock to Morocco’s southern beaches but many locals are on their long annual break. But if you’re craving sun, surf and…
The Amazigh New Year, known as “Yennayer”, is a significant cultural festivity that marks the beginning of the agricultural season. Celebrated annually on January 12th or 13th, it marks the first day of the Amazigh calendar. The word “Yennayer” is believed to be composed of two Amazigh words: “yan” (“the number one”) and “ayyur”, which…
Having travelled between Marrakech and Fes numerous times (using various forms of transport), this is a journey I’m really familiar with. I often get asked how to get from Marrakech to Fes or what I think is the best way of getting from Fes to Marrakech. But there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. It will depend…
Is December a good time to visit Marrakech? If you’re someone like me who loves the cold, December is a great time to visit Marrakech. But when I say “cold”, I don’t mean “really cold”. In fact, the temperatures in Marrakech in December are quite mild. While you can expect daytime highs around 20°C (68°F), the…
Is November a good time to visit Marrakech? November can be a great time to visit Marrakech, particularly if you like mild autumn weather and reduced crowds. While you should be prepared for rainfall (November is one of the wettest months in Marrakech), you can also expect daily highs in the low 20s Celsius (low 70s…
Is October a good time to visit Marrakech? With the scorching heat of summer well and truly over, visiting Marrakech in October can be ideal. The autumn climate is absolutely perfect for sightseeing. You can expect warm, sunny days, followed by cool nights that see riad fireplaces getting their first post-summer illumination. In October, the intensity…
Is September a good time to visit Marrakech? As the scorching heat of summer begins to subside, September is a great time to visit Marrakech. The month ushers in more comfortable autumn temperatures that are ideal for sightseeing. That being said, you may not experience this respite in heat until the end of the month. While…
Is December a good time to visit Essaouira? If you’re craving a crowd-free vacation or want to escape the “silly season” frenzy back home, December can be a great time to visit Essaouira. Visiting Essaouira in December lacks the large numbers of tourists that descend on the medina during summer and autumn. This means can immerse…
Is November a good time to visit Essaouira? In my opinion, November is a wonderful time to immerse yourself in the cultural offerings and laid-back rhythm of Essaouira, without the throngs of tourists that descend at other times of the year. While the (sometimes) brisk November air may deter sunbathers and swimmers, it creates an ideal…
Is October a good time to visit Essaouira? October is a wonderful time to explore Essaouira. Dare I say it is the BEST month to visit Essaouira. The temperatures are pleasant (mid-20s C/high-70s F), the winds have died down and the crowds are reduced compared to July and August. One of the best reasons to visit…