Marrakech is our next Bucket List Destination, a city of history and culture in beautiful Morocco. This thousand-year-old, evocative location provides a myriad of photo opportunities. Instead of half-interested smiles, said photos will bring with them demands for explanation.
The city is a cultural melting pot, containing both sandstone buildings and towering minarets. It’s also home to The Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre that hosts Amazigh, Arabic, and Moorish architecture. We dare you to walk through the streets of Marrakech and go more than five minutes without finding some piece of architecture to marvel at. With its ornate mosques and carved archways, the city really is a sight to behold.
No place on earth will engage all five senses as much as the city’s famous souks. You’ll find yourself walking into a whirlwind of vibrant colours, enticing smells, haggling voices, rich textures, and delicious local cuisine. This is the city’s truest soundtrack, and is at the heart of everything great about Marrakech. During the evenings, make sure to try out a rooftop restaurant so that you can watch the squares come alive below you. Fire-eaters, belly-dancers, astrologers, acrobats, and many other street entertainers will be showing off their skills!
A year-round destination, Marrakech always enjoys beautiful weather. The aforementioned heat wave, however, may make you wary of going during the height of summer. Instead, take a spring or autumn trip to enjoy the sunshine and completely bearable temperatures. If you’re visiting in the winter for warm temperatures and a crowd-free experience, remember that temperatures drop dramatically overnight.
On Location in Marrakech
Close to the Majorelle Gardens you will find the Residence Marrakech Palm Club. These well-appointed self-catering apartments are airy and spacious, providing lots of natural light to augment their calming atmosphere. The resort provides oversized balconies and patios for you to dine al fresco, and an outdoor swimming pool for guests’ enjoyment. The location is ideal if you love the excitement of the city during the day but want your evenings to be more calm.
You could also try the Residence Amina. Just over half a mile from the city centre, these lovely apartments enjoy a stunning view of the snow-capped Atlas mountains. This view is never more spectacular than from the resort’s rooftop bar. Towels and linens are provided, along with full air conditioning which also heats on colder nights. A quiet and relaxing resort, this is an excellent base from which to explore the city’s history and culture.
Last but not least, we come to the Secret Garden Villas. A true luxury resort in the middle of Marrakech’s famed palm grove, these sprawling villas offer three bedrooms, living room, outdoor pool with terrace, daily housekeeping and a la carte service. It also plays host to its own spa and golf club, with several gorgeous restaurants nearby offering a wide range of international cuisines. This resort provides an oasis of tranquillity in a high-excitement locale.
So after all of this, don’t you think it’s time to consider Marrakech for your next holiday?
Until next time, stay safe and travel happy!
