Our favorite places in Morocco
When most people picture Morocco, they have one image in mind.
Desert.
But Morocco is much more than just the desert. My wife Cailyn and I have lived in Morocco for over two years, and while we have had the opportunity to travel some, we know there is much more to this incredible country. This list of our favorite places will always be evolving, but of what we have seen so far, these are our favorite places.
Fes
We studied Arabic in Fes when we originally moved to Morocco, so this city will always have a special place in our hearts. During our time in Fes, we learned Moroccan Arabic at a school that is now part of Crossroads Cultural Exchange. If you are interested in studying language in Morocco, you can find out more about these language services here. We also lived with a Moroccan family for almost three months of a homestay as we learned language and culture. Fes is the second-largest city in Morocco based on population, and yet it still has a small-city vibe. The medina is one of 9 UNESCO world heritage sites in the country, and walking through it is a truly unique experience.
Places on our Morocco Bucket List
Essouaira - This Portuguese city on the Atlantic coast is a place we always think about visiting.
Walediya - When we talk about beaches in Morocco with our friends, they all mention this beach town as one of the best!
Bin El Ouidane - We have only seen pictures of this lake, but the natural beauty of this part of the country is something we definitely want to experience.
Southern Morocco - There is so much more to this country in the South, but the small taste we have had of the southern regions of Morocco leads us to believe that there is much more to discover!