You can also find the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel here: "How to Find Authentic Cultural Experiences in Morocco" Azdean is joined again by producer Ted to chat about the rich variety of cultural activities available to visitors, something that is often requested by Destination Morocco's guests. Travellers want to experience Morocco's real culture, whether it's the cooking, the music, the language or even the landscape, but framed around a vivid society dating ba...

You can also find the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel here: "Morocco's Getting Busy: Book Your Trip Early!" Azdean is joined today by Destination Morocco producer Ted Cragg for an update on current travel trends and predictions for tourism in Morocco, as we head towards the end of 2025, with an eye on 2026. Morocco is getting busier and busier, and with some major events coming up, there is one key takeaway: book early! Morocco hosts the Africa Cup of Nations, the ...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "How a Blind Tour Guide Shows Tourists the Best of Casablanca" Khalil Nejjary is a blind tour guide in Casablanca, and when Azdean visited the city and the incredible Hassan II Mosque, he finally had the chance to invite him on the podcast, in person. We previously published this episode in audio form, but we now have the complete video to go along with the story, with stunning images ...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Discover a Unique Merzouga Desert Camp Experience" Azdean sits down with Mr. Said, manager and co-owner of Sahara Sky Luxury Camp, located in the heart of the desert, yet just 23 miles from the town of Erfoud, the local service centre. Said and Azdean sit down to talk about how he founded his camp, how they maintain their own animals and gardens in the desert, their emphasis on ...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: Discover Gnawa: Morocco's Indigenous Music (YouTube) --- Gnaoua (also spelled Gnawa) music is known as Morocco's indigenous music, brought to the modern-day country over centuries from nomads across north Africa, and gradually adapted to various regional interpretations. Today's episode was recorded live on location at a Merzouga desert camp and at a Marrakech restaurant, and originally...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: A Food Tasting Tour in the Heart of Marrakech! (YouTube) ---- Today's live episode takes you on a culinary food tour through the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, in the heart of Marrakech, with Azdean and local guide Mr. Ahmed. Together, they delve into the rich culinary traditions of the area, first with a visit to the olive section, where Ahmed explains the significance and variety of oli...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: Where you can find genuine Argan oil, from an ethical source (YouTube) ---- Discover the versatile and distinctly Moroccan product of Argan Oil in today's conversation, recorded live at the Zin Cooperative, just outside of Essaouira. Argan oil can be pressed into both edible or cosmetic use, and our guest Chiadma explains the different methods of production, and how they know which is ...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: The Magic of Meknes! Morocco's Imperial Secret (YouTube) Today we feature the imperial city of Meknes, which has a prominent place in Morocco's history and culture, particularly as it relates to the Alaouite Dynasty, who continue to reign as the ruling family of Morocco today. This episode originally appeared as part of our initial split tour episode: Ep, 71, Oct 15, 2024 - "From Capital...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Create the Tour YOU Want in Morocco" When you're the type of traveller, particularly to Morocco, who would like to get past the overwhelm and uncertainties of crafting your own trip around the country and take a guided tour instead, it's easy to then get bombarded by the various discount trips, package deals without a lot of detail, rushed itineraries and tightly controlled schedules....

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Why Chefchaouen is a Unique Gem Within Morocco" Azdean sits down on-location with local guide Hamid to learn about the history of Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of northern Morocco. This small town roughly 4 hours north of Fes, or 2 hours south of Tangier, has been attracting tourists for decades and, in the age of Instagram, gets more popular every year. As Hamid and Azdean emph...

You can also watch this episode on video, where you'll see some of John's fabulous photos! You can find it on our YouTube channel here: A Morocco Travel Itinerary That's Made for Photographers! ---- Photographer and dedicated world traveller John Hernandez joins Azdean today to share his inspiring travel experience to Morocco, with an emphasis on photography. John recently travelled from Tangier, down through Chefchaouen, Fes (visiting Volubilis on the way), then Marrakech, the H...

We recommend watching this episode on video, on our YouTube channel. You can find it here: Shopping in the Souks of Marrakech: An Insider's Tour! ---- If you want to see what it's like visiting the souk, going into a real artisan shop: the sales pitch, the bartering, the valuable information and explanations, the language barriers and yet finding common ground and understanding - this will be an eye-opening episode. Azdean tours the souk of Marrakech, and visits two artisan craft workshops. O...

This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "From Texas to Marrakech: American Impressions of Morocco" ---- One evening in Marrakech, at the conclusion of their tour, Azdean sat down with three of Destination Morocco's tour guests from Texas: Eric, Allison and her brother Matt, to chat about their tour experience, and their impressions and reflections upon visiting Morocco. If you're wondering what it's really like to experience Morocco fo...

This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "What Travel in Morocco Was Like in 1989" ---- World traveller Cathy Nesbitt joins Azdean on today's episode with a special story of visiting Morocco way back in 1989. Cathy and her future husband arrived off the boat in Ceuta, thinking they were already in Morocco, but a crash course in geopolitics and navigation quickly got them to the actual border within a few minutes. From there, they found ...

This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: How do Moroccans Celebrate Ramadan? ---- Ramadan in 2025 starts on the evening of Friday, February 28th and goes until Saturday, March 29th, followed by the feast of Eid al-Fitr, or the ‘Feast of Fast-Breaking.' Despite its perhaps solemn reputation, Ramadan is a joyful time for Muslims around the world, Morocco being no exception. As Azdean, Hiba and Sam explain in today's episode, the foo...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Buy a Moroccan Rug and Support the Work of Local Women" Today's episode features the Akhnif Lglaoui Carpet Co-Operative, located just south of Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, about 150 miles south of Marrakech. Akhnif Lglaoui Carpet Co-Op Learn about rugmaking in an informative, curious, no-pressure environment that supports the work of the local women who work so hard to make these ama...

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Exploring Hiking & Berber Culture in Telouet, the High Atlas mountains of Morocco" Combine outstanding hiking and trekking with authentic Amazigh (Berber) cultural experiences by visiting the town of Telouet, in the heart of the stunning High Atlas Mountains. Our episode today features a conversation between Azdean and local guide & historian Ali el-Haddadi, who leads ...

This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Travel to Morocco in 2025: Travel Highlights to Help Your Planning" Or stay here for the audio version - your choice! --- Morocco had a banner year in 2024, with tourist numbers reaching over 17 million, a number predicted for 2026 and yet reached two years ahead of time. With new air routes getting underway, both international and domestic, and new hotels and luxury brands setting up in the country, Moroc...

Palm trees and snow? T-shirts in the afternoon, winter coats in the evening? This is Morocco in winter, and it's a fun time to explore! As we head into 2025, if you are thinking of putting together a quick winter trip to Morocco, especially for those of our listeners in Europe, this replay episode gives you some useful info on what to expect and how to prepare. January, February and March are excellent times to visit Morocco: the crowds are less, the temperature is comfortable and n...

Come with us and discover some of Morocco's amazing local food, direct from the source in this dynamic live-recorded walking tour of the food stalls in Marrakech. Azdean is joined by local food guide Ahmed, who takes us through the sweet and the savory, from dishes that are common across the country to those only found, or perfected, in Marrakech specifically. We start with the olives. Olives have a long and deep history in Morocco, not just as a delicacy, but with strong cultural and relig...