Category Archives: Morocco

Morocco… The Epilogue

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Tonito

I missed being in an Arab/Muslim country. Raquel had never been to one. A trip to Morocco would be perfect for an introduction to the Arab/Muslim world and it would be a perfect way for me to get my ‘Arab-world’ … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Morocco, Travels | Tagged Marrakesh, Morocco | 1 Comment

Riad Carina: Our peaceful oasis in the chaotic Medina.

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Tonito

I very rarely feel the need to write a post about where I stayed unless the place is exceptional and Riad Carina is one of those places. When I decided to go to Morocco, I searched high and low for … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Morocco, Mozambique, Travels | Tagged Marrakesh, Morocco, Riad Carina | 6 Comments

Ourika!!! What a valley!!!

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Tonito

Our time in Morocco was short but I was intent on doing a day trip out of the city to either see some country side or desert. There were a couple of options, but considering our lack of time, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Morocco, Travels | Tagged Argan oil, Berber, High Atlas, Morocco, Setti Fatma | 5 Comments

Lets get our Tagine on!!!

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Tonito

One thing Raquel and I were vaguely familiar with before going to Morocco was the cuisine. One of our favourite eateries in London is a small chain of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and North African restaurants called Del Aziz. We spent … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Morocco, Travels | Tagged Marrakesh, Morocco, Moroccon food, Riad Carina, Tagine | 1 Comment

Bartering like a Berber in the Souks of Marrakesh

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Tonito

“In Morocco, my friend, nothing has fixed price…” Time after time, this was the sentence repeated endlessly in the souk by every stall owner, street vendor, henna artist or anyone ready to make a buck off an unknowing tourist. Playing the … Continue reading →

Posted in Morocco, Travels | Tagged Marrakesh, Morocco, Souk | 6 Comments

Marrakesh’s Manic Moped Medina

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Tonito

Any arab medina (old city) is a schizophrenic range of emotions and feeling living side by side. A quiet side can be a 5 minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the souks. Marrakech is different. Not because it´s … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Morocco, Travels | Tagged Ali ben Yousef Medersa, Badi Palace, Bahia Palace, Marrakesh, Marrakesh Musuem, Medina, Morocco, Terasse des Epices | 5 Comments

Jemaa el Fna – Pulsating heart of Marrakesh

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Tonito

I gave you a sneak peek into our trip to Morocco with that photo of the stunning sunset. Instead of writing a diary like day by day account of the trip, I’ve decided to write posts about specific areas or … Continue reading →