Guides
Seven ways into Morocco — thematic entry points that group related questions, observations, and references.
- The MedinaA city inside a cityWhat a medina is, why GPS fails, why streets look sketchy, and how centuries-old infrastructure shapes daily life.
- Getting AroundNothing works the way you expectTaxis, trains, buses, ride-hailing apps, plugs, and the tourist tax.
- Social & CulturalThe unwritten rulesTea, bargaining, dress codes, photography, time, cash, staring, and the social codes visitors encounter.
- Food & DrinkThe table is the centre of everythingTap water, shared tagines, hammams, mint tea, vegan food, alcohol, and stomach adjustment.
- Staying SafeWhat to watch forHenna scams, fake guides, tourist police, horse carriages, LGBTQ+ safety, and navigating the medina at night.
- Religious CalendarThe rhythm beneath everythingRamadan, Eid al-Adha, public holidays, and how the religious calendar shapes daily life.
- The CitiesEach one is a different countryMarrakech mosques, Casablanca's Art Deco, Agadir's earthquake, Rabat as capital, and Taghazout's surf coast.