Morocco has become an unmissable destination in recent years. It attracts people from all over the world. With a mix of Berber, Arabian and European cultural influence, you can find everything in Morocco. The cities are a cacophony of colors, smells, and sounds. Artisans craft shoes in the colors of the rainbow, food stands cook up the local specialty with the aroma of spices and fragrant dishes in every corner offering Morocco’s traditional meals and international menus at its very best.
The need for a visa depends on your nationality, however, there are many countries that are visa-free for traveling to Morocco. Visas are the responsibility of the traveler, so consult your local embassy for the most current information. It is required your passport be valid for a minimum of three (3) months beyond your stay. The maximum duration for a stay in Morocco is 90 days for all nationalities.
Your flights to Morocco can be booked to and from Marrakech (RAK). If you are flying from the USA you will most likely have a stop in Casablanca (CMN) then a short one (1) hour flight to Marrakech if that is where your trip begins. Some travelers will make their flight connection in a European city en route to Morocco.
Covid-19: The Moroccan authorities have lifted the health restrictions. A PCR test or Vaccination Pass is no longer required. Additionally, you no longer need to present a completed public health passenger form upon arrival in Morocco.
Before departing your country, secure travel insurance to cover emergencies. Coverage should include personal accidents, death, medical costs, repatriation, emergency evacuation, liability, lost luggage, personal belongings, and flight cancellations, among other situations.
Morocco has a Mediterranean climate that is generally hot and dry for most of the year, with cooler, yet still mild, temperatures and rainfall during the winter months. Between November and March the temperature is normally around 18-25°C, dropping to perhaps 0-5°C in the evening. Many travellers consider spring – around April to May – to be the best time to visit this exotic country, as the weather is comfortably warm at that time. Morocco’s hottest months are July and August when temperatures can reach 38°C and above.
Yes, Morocco is considered a very safe destination. It has one of the lowest crime rates in North Africa and the Middle East. Thanks to its government, it is always proactive in protecting their guests and locals. Moroccan people are known for their hospitality and they will make you feel very welcomed.
The Moroccan authorities have lifted the health restrictions. A PCR test or Vaccination Pass is no longer required.
Travelers should obtain appropriate travel insurance covering circumstances such as, but not limited to, personal accidents, death, medical costs, repatriation, emergency evacuation, personal liability, misplaced belongings, trip cancellations including flights and other non-refundable expenses, lost luggage, and associated incidents.
In Morocco the weather is good and warm all year because of the geographical zone of the country between the Mediterranean and Atlantic Ocean. September to June is the best season, with the cooler months (and sometimes with the most rain) being December through February. Although some travelers visit during the summer months, it can get extremely hot in July and August.
In Morocco, people generally dress modestly. While it’s less restrictive than other Muslim countries, it’s best to wear comfortable attire that doesn’t attract unwanted attention. While the main tourist areas are quite accepting of how foreigners dress, some rural areas and small villages you visit may not be, so there is still a dress code for tourists to consider. Even in the more progressive tourist hubs, your best bet for feeling comfortable is dressing modestly, covering shoulders, legs, and cleavage. Remember that nights and early mornings in the mountains and in the desert can get very cold.
The Moroccan currency is the Moroccan dirham (dh). Morocco is primarily a cash society, so when it comes to spending money, be sure to have enough cash on hand and expect to haggle in the markets. ATMs are widely available throughout Morocco and machines will dispense no more than 2000dh at a time. There are exchange offices in the airport and in town, however exchange rates in the airport are high. Credit cards may be accepted in some restaurants, hotels and shops. And when it’s possible to pay for goods and services by credit card, MasterCard and Visa are accepted, but rarely American Express. Travelers cheques are difficult to exchange or not accepted and are not recommended.
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