Traveling to Morocco with kids isn’t the first vacation idea to pop up in parents’ minds. A lot of people deem Morocco an unsuitable place for kids to be. But this is so far from the truth; Moroccans love kids and consider them a blessing. And there are plenty of things for kids to do there. Sure, there may not be indoor playgrounds with pizza readily available but kids get to experience a different lifestyle. Below are some activities that you may enjoy doing with your kids. 01. Traditional Breakfasts On this last trip with Maggie, I realized that she adored the traditional Moroccan breakfasts. I observed her as she…
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15 Things to Do in Marrakech, Morocco
Sipping a cappuccino in Starbucks or sipping mint tea in a riad? We prefer the latter. Marrakech, Morocco isn’t called the Red City for nothing after all; it’s full of life, colors, and a lot of experiences waiting to be lived. It’s been visited and loved by many influencers including Yves Saint Laurent. You’ll fall in love with it too. Below are 15 things you must do during your stay in Marrakech, Morocco. 01. Visit la Koutoubia This is the tallest mosque in the medina and the one that helped me get around a lot. If I felt lost, I just tried to get back to La Koutoubia which is…
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15 Things to Know Before Visiting Morocco
Morocco, the colorful country that many have fell in love with at first sight. Some have even dreamt of it even before stepping foot on it, myself included. There’s something about the country that draws visitors. But before you visit, you must know that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. Below are 15 tips to follow before visiting Morocco. This way you won’t be too surprised when you get there.
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Pomegranate juice and Tangier
The first time I ever tasted freshly squeezed pomegranate juice was in Tangier, Morocco. Call me late but it’s a memory I’m proud of and will remember greatly. The gentleman squeezing the pomegranate was so kind too. He was so interested in knowing my thoughts on the juice.
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3 Tips for visiting Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen, or the Blue Pearl as many call it, was definitely a great place to visit. The medina, the Rif Mountains, and even the Turkish bathrooms were all amazing experiences. Now, there are some things that we will be better prepared for next time and one of them has to do with the Turkish bathroom. To make this a convenient trip for our readers, we have shared our three main tips on how to make the most of visiting Chefchaouen.
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Marrakech Breakfasts
How good it felt to be back in a city that I love so much. I don’t think I will ever get tired of Marrakech, or the Red City as it’s called. There is so much to do and see.
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Marrakech Travel Vlog
Having wanted to visit Morocco since a little girl, I was extremely happy setting foot in Marrakech. The city isn’t called the Red City for nothing. There’s so much to do and see within the city’s pink walls. This time we decided to visit almost every museum and landmark possible. I checked off a lot from my itinerary but there’s still much to check off. However, I’m especially thankful for having visited Musée Yves Saint Laurent only a month after it’s opening. In March, I had visited Jardin Majorelle. Can I just say it was the most beautiful garden? In the coming days I will be posting more about our…
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How to Shop A Moroccan Souk
Here at The Style Spread, we just love to go shopping. We love it even more when it’s abroad. You get unique items that you probably wouldn’t have been able to get in your local boutique. In Morocco, these unique items are found at the Moroccan souks. The souk is basically a market where different things are sold. You can get tea sets, scarves, leather goods, and even spices. We think it’s one of the most exciting parts of visiting Morocco. The only part that is not so exciting is the haggling that has to be done. But don’t worry, we are going to show you how to effectively shop the souk…
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The Leather Tanneries of Fez
At 13 years old, I was already familiar with the famous leather tanneries of Fez. That is, through television. I became familiar with the Moroccan souks and riads as well; it all seemed like a dream to me. Well, dream came true. But the tanneries weren’t as pleasant as the telly made it seem.
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Jardin Majorelle
Let me just say, this was such a mesmerizing garden. The first time I read about Jardin Majorelle was from the book The Beautiful Fall by Alicia Drake. The book, as well as the garden, is a must to experience the history and interests of Yves Saint Laurent, as well as Morocco.
