Marrakech posts

by Katie Hammel (RSS feed) (1 month ago)
Oct 12th, 2009 at 11:30AM:
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The guys over at Urban Daddy have been on a roll lately, unearthing some pretty cool packaged tours. First there was Urbane Nomads' dive trip to the Great Wall of China. Now they've found an organized luxury tour of Morocco, by motorcycle.
Hispania Tours offers a 15-day tour through ...

by Tom Johansmeyer (RSS feed) (1 month ago)
Sep 30th, 2009 at 2:00PM:
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The only way to experience Marrakech is in luxury surroundings, especially after a day of wandering the medina. A new hotel promises to make this better than ever.
After three years of renovation, La Mamounia is open to guests. This property's unique collection of amenities ...

by Tom Johansmeyer (RSS feed) (7 months ago)
Apr 12th, 2009 at 9:00AM: The greeting you'll receive at the Hotel Hivernage is pure charm, but it requires patience. Instead of tapping your toe at the front desk while the guy in front of you spills his life story, you'll be invited to sit in the lobby while you complete your check-in forms. The staff is not in a rush, so set aside your New York-sculpted expectations. This first taste will set the tone for your stay: ...

by Tom Johansmeyer (RSS feed) (9 months ago)
Feb 19th, 2009 at 9:00AM: When I hit the ground in Marrakech, Morocco, last week, I wasted no time in passing through the gate and heading into the medina (the old part of the city). After all, I'm a seasoned traveler, and I know how to read a map. If I did get lost, I reasoned, I could see the Koutoubia Mosque from just about anywhere in the city -- it's the tallest building around (by law) at 77 meters high. Less than an ...