What Makes Morocco The Perfect Summer Holiday Destination?

Overview

Sun-soaked summer holidays await in Morocco.

With idyllic beaches, postcard-perfect landscapes, delicious cuisine, and bustling city streets, Morocco has everything you need to make your holiday dreams come true. You can look forward to glorious weather, luxury hotels and a host of exciting activities and unmissable attractions, alongside intriguing history and ancient culture. With so much on offer across Morocco this summer, what will you do first?

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Beaches And More

Escape from everyday life with a change of scenery this summer. Morocco’s varying terrains are great for discovering hidden gems that promise to make your getaway truly unforgettable. If you’re seeking spectacular beach resorts and luxury hotels, with 1,200 miles of coastline, you won’t be disappointed. Bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Alboran Sea, you’re in the right spot for relaxing, water sports and scuba diving, as well as scenic bicycle and horse rides. Agadir is a jewel on Morocco’s coast, offering golden sandy beaches and sublime golf courses. Venture to the Atlas Mountains for exciting adventure activities like mountain biking, quad biking, rock climbing and hiking. You’ll also spot the mountain villages of the nomadic Amazigh tribes here. More native traditions can be explored with an excursion to the Sahara Desert. The terracotta dunes are the perfect place to experience camel riding, as well as sand boarding, dune buggying and 4X4 jeep safaris.

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The Perfect City Break

Jet off to Morocco on a summer holiday for an unparalleled city break. Destinations such as Marrakech, Rabat and Casablanca are brimming with wondrous attractions and jaw-dropping sites. Wander through stoney streets and winding alleyways, or travel in style with a horse-drawn carriage ride. Points of interest to include on your Morocco holiday bucket list include: Hassan II Mosque, uniquely built on top of water in Casablanca, The White City; and Rabat’s Hassan Tower, where the unfinished minaret has been an iconic part of the skyline for centuries. This is located next to the Mohamed V Mausolum, which highlights Arab-Islamic art and heritage through its architecture. A city break to Morocco is also great for shopping. Visit Morocco Mall in Casablanca, the largest in Africa, or head to Jemaa el-Fnaa Square in Marrakech for a variety of bustling souks. If you’re seeking a glamorous night out, Morocco boasts many rooftop terraces, lounges and lively clubs too.

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Authentic Culture

Spend your summer holiday in Morocco discovering the rich heritage that radiates from this divine destination. Morocco's marvelous cities are bursting with exquisite architecture. Explore riads, a traditional house featuring an interior pool or courtyard, as well as a medina. Dating back to the 11th century, the Marrakech medina is home to souks and secret gardens, while the Fez medina is even older and the largest in the country. Chellah, in the capital Rabat, is a UNESCO-listed ancient city with preserved baths, temples, paved streets and public squares, as well as a towering gate and verdant gardens that ooze Moroccan history and culture. Visit a buzzing Morocco souk and try your hand at bartering with the merchants for handcrafted wares, clothing, jewellery, ornaments, pottery, lanterns and spices. Immerse yourself further by attending a summer music festival in Morocco, such as the Festival of World Sacred Music, Gnaoua and World Music Festival or Jazzablanca.

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Time-honoured Cuisine

A Morocco holiday is a dream come true for a foodie as you can sample an array of delectable dishes that celebrate deep-rooted cooking traditions and a rich culinary history. With influences from Amazigh tribes, North Africa and the Middle East, Moroccan cuisine is a melting pot of culinary delights. You’ll be particularly wowed if you stay in Fez, as this location is regarded as the gastronomic capital of Morocco. Look out for the iconic cone-shaped spice mounds showcased in the souks, with flavours like cinnamon, cumin, turmeric and aniseed incredibly popular. Dig into moreish meals like couscous, the national dish of Morocco, tajine, pastilla, mrouzia and r’fissa, plus delicious desserts and mouthwatering street foods. Mint tea, locally referred to as atay is another staple of Morocco. Good brewing of mint tea is considered an art form, with the beverage symbolising hospitality and friendship.




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Hotel Club Almoggar Garden Beach

Hotel Club Almoggar Garden Beach

Unadulterated lazy days await on a beach holiday to Morocco, and there’s no better location than the shores of Agadir. Inviting families and couples seeking excitement and adventure, this hotel boasts a myriad of exceptional amenities. Enjoy access to multiple swimming pools, tennis courts, a fitness centre and spa, as well as a private beach area. The kids’ club will keep little ones entertained while you relax in the sunshine and enjoy a refreshing beverage in this paradise.

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Royal Mirage Agadir

Royal Mirage Agadir

Bordering a glorious Agadir beachfront, this hotel offers sublime ocean views and an unrivalled idyllic atmosphere. Feel refreshed with a dip in the swimming pool – there’s also a children’s only area for unlimited moments of fun in the sun – or feel the thrills of some water sports in the Atlantic Ocean. Sit down to delicious flavours in the Atlantis and Tajine restaurants, where traditional Morocco cuisine is showcased. For an even more blissful escape, opt for an all-inclusive holiday.

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Dunes d’Or Ocean Club Agadir

Dunes d’Or Ocean Club Agadir

A delightful sun-drenched escape awaits on the picturesque shores of Agadir. Featuring multiple sparkling swimming pools, an aquapark, playground and kids’ club, this incredible resort is an excellent spot for a Morocco family-holiday. Don’t worry, there’s plenty for the grown ups too! Enjoy treatments in the spa, fitness sessions in the gym and access to this hotel’s private beach. Sample authentic local dishes, as well as other international favourites, in the numerous on-site restaurants.

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