Do you have any tips on clothing as a huge fashion in hot Morocco?

Before travelling to Morocco, Do you have any tips on clothing in hot Morocco?

Spent a fair amount of time trying to find out what was appropriate to wear whilst there. There is very varying information out there from don't worry at all, to cover up completely. In the end I fell in the middle, wearing clothes that I would wear anyway at home, but making sure to cover my shoulders and lower legs. I didn't want to feel uncomfortable, as I was on holiday, but wanted to respect local sensibilities and felt this was a good compromise. In the end this worked well, I didn't get any hassle over my clothes, no weird looks, and I felt fully comfortable wearing what I wore.
An additional worry was not overheating, so I chose clothes that were loose fitting. I wouldn't class myself as a huge fashion, but I do like to dress fairly nicely, and not feel dowdy, so the traditional travel khaki and zip off trousers are out. Here is what I ended up taking with me and wearing:

Tops
All my tops had the shoulders covered, not only to dress more conservatively, but to keep the sun off my shoulders as I burn easily. I do this any time I go somewhere sunny, and not just when covering up is necessary due to the culture. I bought a long sleeve linen shirt, a short sleeve cotton shirt, a 3/4 sleeve cotton shirt and a t shirt.
Whilst there were all comfortable, in the future I may skip the linen shirt. Despite being comfortable and easy to wash, it is fairly bulky and I like to pack in small bags. If I can find a more lightweight version though, I highly recommend linen. I wash several times during a trip to cut down on the number of shirts I bring, and linen looks fine after this.


Skirt t-shirt trainer combo
Bottoms
Here I bought with me my trusty light grey chinos, which are very comfortable and go with almost everything, and a long loose skirt. Usually I bring a shorter skirt, and maybe shorts, but I had heard a lot about covering the lower legs. I think that a knee length skirt would not have drawn too much attention, but the full length one meant I wasn't worried, and in a bright cobalt blue, I didn't feel I was giving up any of my usual style. On the other tourists, particularly those in their late teens/early twenties drop crotch hareem pants seemed popular.

Shoes
I have not yet settled on a perfect shoe combination for holidays, and I think it varies a lot based on where you are going and what activities you plan on doing, but I was pretty happy this time. I bought canvas trainers and a pair of hiking sandals, and both got worn plenty. Usually I end up bringing more pairs, and some never get worn. I think the most important thing is they both were comfortable for long days of walking, and could pack down in the bottom of my bag. I had heard the Medina's would be filthy and unsuitable for sandals, but I did not feel this was the case, and I do like to have sandals in the heat. The only thing not covered were a smarter pair, but here they weren't needed. I would consider embellished flip flops or similar for this, again due to space concerns.


Chinos and linen shirt

Accessories
Although I bought a hat with me, as I had good intentions to keep myself from the sun, I never wore it as usual. I may have to give up on trying to persuade myself to wear hats. I bought a large scarf with me, which is the case wherever I go. I used it to wrap around my shoulders in the evening, as a blanket on the plane, and to wrap around my head going into the desert. They are always useful if you have a good big one.
I had two bags with me, my 35L main one and a leather side bag from Scaramanga for carrying around day to day. I can't recommend this bag enough, I've been using it the last few years when I travel (and at home) and its big enough to fit what you need for the day in, thick enough leather not to get cut through, buckled tight so you can't slip your hand in, wears across the body so it can't be snatched and has zippable inner pockets for things you really worry about. I've used it in Morocco, Rome and Istanbul, and my sister has used an identical one in Russia and Eastern Europe and neither of us has had anything stolen from it. As an extra bonus, it isn't as ugly as most tourist bags.

Warm Items
This may seem odd, in Morocco in September, but I had both a jumper and a jacket with me. They took up space, and were barely worn, but I had been warned that the desert would get very cold at night, and when I was leaving for the airport it was much to cold to not be wearing them, due to the lovely British weather. As it was, the desert was not cold, even at night, but it was pouring when we got back, so despite the annoyance of lugging them around, I was glad to have them. Ideally I would have just had a lightweight but warm wool pullover, just in case.

Obviously this list will change in different countries and times of year, but I hope it was useful for an idea of what might be worn to Morocco, I know I searched for many tips before I went.

Do you have any tips on clothing as a huge fashion in hot Morocco?

Before travelling to Morocco, Do you have any tips on clothing in hot Morocco?

Spent a fair amount of time trying to find out what was appropriate to wear whilst there. There is very varying information out there from don't worry at all, to cover up completely. In the end I fell in the middle, wearing clothes that I would wear anyway at home, but making sure to cover my shoulders and lower legs. I didn't want to feel uncomfortable, as I was on holiday, but wanted to respect local sensibilities and felt this was a good compromise. In the end this worked well, I didn't get any hassle over my clothes, no weird looks, and I felt fully comfortable wearing what I wore.
An additional worry was not overheating, so I chose clothes that were loose fitting. I wouldn't class myself as a huge fashion, but I do like to dress fairly nicely, and not feel dowdy, so the traditional travel khaki and zip off trousers are out. Here is what I ended up taking with me and wearing:

Tops
All my tops had the shoulders covered, not only to dress more conservatively, but to keep the sun off my shoulders as I burn easily. I do this any time I go somewhere sunny, and not just when covering up is necessary due to the culture. I bought a long sleeve linen shirt, a short sleeve cotton shirt, a 3/4 sleeve cotton shirt and a t shirt.
Whilst there were all comfortable, in the future I may skip the linen shirt. Despite being comfortable and easy to wash, it is fairly bulky and I like to pack in small bags. If I can find a more lightweight version though, I highly recommend linen. I wash several times during a trip to cut down on the number of shirts I bring, and linen looks fine after this.


Skirt t-shirt trainer combo
Bottoms
Here I bought with me my trusty light grey chinos, which are very comfortable and go with almost everything, and a long loose skirt. Usually I bring a shorter skirt, and maybe shorts, but I had heard a lot about covering the lower legs. I think that a knee length skirt would not have drawn too much attention, but the full length one meant I wasn't worried, and in a bright cobalt blue, I didn't feel I was giving up any of my usual style. On the other tourists, particularly those in their late teens/early twenties drop crotch hareem pants seemed popular.

Shoes
I have not yet settled on a perfect shoe combination for holidays, and I think it varies a lot based on where you are going and what activities you plan on doing, but I was pretty happy this time. I bought canvas trainers and a pair of hiking sandals, and both got worn plenty. Usually I end up bringing more pairs, and some never get worn. I think the most important thing is they both were comfortable for long days of walking, and could pack down in the bottom of my bag. I had heard the Medina's would be filthy and unsuitable for sandals, but I did not feel this was the case, and I do like to have sandals in the heat. The only thing not covered were a smarter pair, but here they weren't needed. I would consider embellished flip flops or similar for this, again due to space concerns.


Chinos and linen shirt

Accessories
Although I bought a hat with me, as I had good intentions to keep myself from the sun, I never wore it as usual. I may have to give up on trying to persuade myself to wear hats. I bought a large scarf with me, which is the case wherever I go. I used it to wrap around my shoulders in the evening, as a blanket on the plane, and to wrap around my head going into the desert. They are always useful if you have a good big one.
I had two bags with me, my 35L main one and a leather side bag from Scaramanga for carrying around day to day. I can't recommend this bag enough, I've been using it the last few years when I travel (and at home) and its big enough to fit what you need for the day in, thick enough leather not to get cut through, buckled tight so you can't slip your hand in, wears across the body so it can't be snatched and has zippable inner pockets for things you really worry about. I've used it in Morocco, Rome and Istanbul, and my sister has used an identical one in Russia and Eastern Europe and neither of us has had anything stolen from it. As an extra bonus, it isn't as ugly as most tourist bags.

Warm Items
This may seem odd, in Morocco in September, but I had both a jumper and a jacket with me. They took up space, and were barely worn, but I had been warned that the desert would get very cold at night, and when I was leaving for the airport it was much to cold to not be wearing them, due to the lovely British weather. As it was, the desert was not cold, even at night, but it was pouring when we got back, so despite the annoyance of lugging them around, I was glad to have them. Ideally I would have just had a lightweight but warm wool pullover, just in case.

Obviously this list will change in different countries and times of year, but I hope it was useful for an idea of what might be worn to Morocco, I know I searched for many tips before I went.

Shoes  in Morocco
I have not yet settled on a perfect shoe combination for holidays, and I think it varies a lot based on where you are going and what activities you plan on doing, but I was pretty happy this time. I bought canvas trainers and a pair of hiking sandals, and both got worn plenty. Usually I end up bringing more pairs, and some never get worn. I think the most important thing is they both were comfortable for long days of walking, and could pack down in the bottom of my bag. I had heard the Medina's would be filthy and unsuitable for sandals, but I did not feel this was the case, and I do like to have sandals in the heat. The only thing not covered were a smarter pair, but here they weren't needed. I would consider embellished flip flops or similar for this, again due to space concerns.



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explore the beauty of morocco

Morocco, a land of contrasts. Vibrant, seductive and exciting, a place where shadows merge with sunlight, where sky and sea meet the horizon.
Contrasting colours dissolve into flickering kaleidoscope of blue, copper, red, green, ochre, silver and gold. A land bursting with the colours of life where festivals happen all year round. Morocco, a place where magical colours blend in an irresistible pageant of light and shade.

Morocco is a unique in many ways; firstly, it is an African country closest to Europe in geographical and cultural terms. The country is surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea on the northern, and the Atlantic Ocean on the western side. The port city Tangier faces the southernmost point of Spain just across the Strait of Gibraltar. The strait has become a gateway for Muslim warriors to enter Europe throughout the history.

Morocco’s Mediterranean coast is still unspoiled. The best resorts of the country are located along the Mediterranean coastline. Tetouan at the western end is an attractive town with a long history. There are several resorts nearby. Al Hoceima, halfway along the Mediterranean coast is the area’s top resort. By contrast the Atlantic Ocean coastline has many lively towns but a few main resorts. The long streches of sandy beaches are very common, along this side of the country.

Morocco is one of the luckiest countries in the African continent, with a unique weather pattern and resourceful plains and lowlands abound on colourful Mediterranean plants, and support many varieties of fruit, vegetables and grains. The countless rows of olive trees across the plains form a special floral setting for this warm Mediterranean country.

Since many centuries ago, the people of Morocco were known to the Europeans as Moors. The Greek word ‘Mautros’ which is used for the people from a mixed race was probably transformed to ‘Moor’ to describe the people of Morocco, which are originally indigenous Berbers mixed with Arabs especially with the spread of Islam in North Africa. In more recent times, the French called the country ‘le Maroc’ and the people living there ‘les Marrocains’. These were the roots of the words Morocco and Moroccans as we use today.

There are many cultural influences coming from the French dominated colonial days, with which the way the democratic institution are set up and operate even today. The artistic and the architectural influences are more widely related to the Spanish culture. The beautiful gardens with greenery, fountains and running water are most obviously influenced from the Andalusian Gardens. It is most probably a two-way influence; first, from the Islamic background into Spain, and then from Spain back to the Islamic North African countries.


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Marrakech hotels!! Help please!! and trains info.

Marrakech hotels!! Help please!! and trains info.
Assalamou alaykoum,
I would like to know if there are trains that goes from casablanca to marrakesh. I will be staying in Casa and traveling to marakech, also any recommendation about hotels very close to jamaa lfna like walking distance.


Yes there is a train from Casablanca to Marrakech.

You need to get on it at the trainstation Casa Voyageurs.
The trainstation in Marrakech is not nearby Jmaa alfnaa. The hotels around that place are either 1.shabby or 2. riyads that charge you over a 100 bucks a day.
I don't know your budget, but at any trainstation there is an Ibis hotel. The Ibis hotel in Marrakech is not bad, actually. They got a great breakfast buffet. It's about 40 bucks a night.

So Mia, are you travelling by yourself? Are you from SA? Are you a previous model by any chance that lived in Japan for a while? Where you by any chance also engaged to a Moroccan dude in Canada, or by any chance was that your best friend I am talking about? Why I ask? Well sometimes i have these vision, like Char, you know.

Each two hours there is a train from Casablanca to Marrakech ,
for hotels close to the squar i recomande you Hotel Les Jardin de la koutobia or Cleub Med or Villa des Oranges .
welcome to Marrakech

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social etiquette - visiting boyfriend in Morocco

social etiquette - visiting boyfriend in Morocco
I am from the UK and my boyfriend (also from the UK) will be living in Casablanca for 6 months. I am planning on visiting him for a 2 week holiday. But as we are not married and in an Islamic country, will I be asked any awkward questions at the airport about where I am staying. Is it better to say I am staying at a hotel? Probably a daft question and I'm being paranoid - but any advice would be much appreciated!

It may be too late but I will advise anyway.
You have not stated whether your bf is Moroccan or English. When you arrive at the airport you will be expected to hand over an entry certificate stating your name, address, occupation, passport number, passport issuing office and the address where you are styaing in Morocco. If you put bogus information down (like a hotel) then you will be sorry you did this. If you intend to stay at his apartment then do write down the address. I can send you a copy of the form if you like, I just need your e-mail.

Several scenarios exist:

If you are both non-Moroccan, then you will not encounter any problems, whether or not you are married is of no consequence..

If either of you were Moroccan, with a Moroccan passport, then no hotel in Morocco would permit you to share the same room. The hotel would lose their operating license if this were discovered.
If, on the other hand, you were to occupy adjoining rooms with inner door access then there would technically be no problem.

If your bf has an apartment then there should be no problem unless there is an awkward doorman who will stop the Moroccan enterring.

Let me know if this was of use.

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