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Why Is Chefchaouen Blue?
Why is Chefchaouen blue? The main theories, from Jewish tradition to mosquitoes and cool walls, how the paint is made and where to see it at its best.
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Volubilis and Meknes: A Day Trip from Fes
Volubilis and Meknes in one day from Fes: the Roman ruins and mosaics, the holy town of Moulay Idriss and the imperial gates, with a timetable.
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The Valley of Roses and Its May Festival
Valley of Roses guide: the Damask rose of Kalaat M’Gouna, the dawn harvest, how rose water is distilled, the May rose festival, walks and what to buy.
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Driving the Tizi n’Tichka Pass from Marrakech
Tizi n Tichka pass guide: the route from Marrakech to Ouarzazate stage by stage, the best stops, Telouet and the Ounila Valley, seasons and safety.
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What to See in Ouarzazate in One Day
The best things to do in Ouarzazate in one day: the Taourirt kasbah, Atlas film studios, the Fint oasis, Tifoultoute, Skoura and the Amridil kasbah.
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10 Things to Do in Marrakech for First-Time Visitors
The best things to do in Marrakech on a first visit: Jemaa el-Fna, the souks, palaces and gardens, a hammam, a cooking class, the Atlas and Agafay.
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10 Things to Do in Fes for First-Time Visitors
The best things to do in Fes on a first visit: the medina with a guide, madrasas, tanneries, the Merenid tombs at sunset, pottery, food and Volubilis.
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Surfing in Taghazout: A Beginner’s Guide
Surfing in Taghazout for beginners: the best season, the gentlest beaches, famous breaks, what a first lesson is like, what to bring and surf etiquette.
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Life with the Nomads of the Sahara
Sahara nomads in Morocco: who they are, how a tent is made, daily life, the tea ritual and how to visit a nomad family near Merzouga with respect.
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What to Pack for a Night in the Sahara
Sahara desert packing list for a night in a camp: clothes for each season, shoes, the headscarf, sun and sand protection, and what to leave behind.