Travel For Adventurous Women
When it comes to historical town centers, few have the storytelling potential of Marrakech’s old city. Once you pass through the walls of the Medina, it’s almost like being transported back in time. From the Mosque of Ibn Yusuf to Bahia Palace, the circular layout of this major citadel encloses centuries of Saharan and Arab-influenced … Read more
If you’ve ever wanted to visit Marrakech, you probably already have an image in your mind of colorful and bustling open markets where you can barter and bargain your way into an armful of authentic wares. This isn’t too far from the truth, but the chaotic maze that is the Marrakech marketplace definitely takes some … Read more
If you’re planning a winter vacation but don’t want to pay the premium for hot ski spots, Christmas markets, or mountain-top chalets, head to North Africa. Morocco is a beautiful and uniquely eye-catching country that has a fascinating mix of African, Arab, and European cultures. From gorgeous mosques to delicious tajine, it’s a memorable and … Read more
The body becomes the canvas for rich, henna art in Morocco “Khadijah wants to henna your hands,“ Aziz translated for me. It was a caught in the headlights moment, as getting my hands hennaed was only slightly above being held captive in Western Sahara for my last few days in Morocco. Once glance at Khadijah, … Read more
Out of the blue a friend called & told me she had 4 free days, had found a great deal to go to Morocco & asked would I fancy to come too? I was already throwing things in my bag before the conversation was over.
Editor’s note: Jody Hanson lived in Nigeria for two years, spent 18 months in Morocco (See our beautiful photo essay of Marrakech) and has travelled in a number of Muslim countries. Along the way, she committed more faux pas than she can remember—all good learning experiences in Muslim etiquette, of course, in her effort to … Read more
