Monthly Archives: January 2010

Hello Marrakech, goodbye Africa

This is actually the second time we were in Marrakech, the first being after we came out of the mountains, but I felt it was the perfect post to end our extraordinary journey.  Spending four days here it was nice … finish reading Hello Marrakech, goodbye Africa

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Seafood in Safi and Essaouira

After passing through Marrakesh, and staying for three nights, we gorged on seafood along the coastal cities of Safi and Essaouira.  Besides the seafood, these cities were worth visiting just to see their ancient buildings nestled behind fortress walls. The … finish reading Seafood in Safi and Essaouira

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Tiz n’ Test to Imlil Village

Overwhelmed from tagine shopping, we wanted to elevate our position and passed over one of the highest mountain ranges in Africa.  Crossing the Tiz n’ Test Pass at 2,100m (6,900ft), we found ourselves in the freezing village of Imlil, which is the launching … finish reading Tiz n’ Test to Imlil Village

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Agadir to Taroudant

After leaving Tafraoute, we drove through Agadir to camp at Arhoud, which was an unimpressive stretch of beach.  After this disappointment, we started to drive to Marrakech and stopped in Taroudant along the way. Goats in the argan tree eating … finish reading Agadir to Taroudant

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