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Food is one of the best ways to learn about a country's culture. Local ingredients, preparation techniques and how people eat together are all expressions of a country's identity. When exploring food culture, you are almost guaranteed to experience new flavours and ways of eating. Explore our travel guides below for culinary destinations that stand out.
Our 6 day Morocco itinerary brings you to Marrakech and Essaouira to see both a traditional and free-spirited side of the country. Where Marrakech is a bustling cultural centre, Essaouira is a laidback coastal city with an arts and music scene influenced from the hippie movement.
With Morocco's ancient history, striking beauty and artisan culture, be prepared to leave with new perspectives and a different state of mind. Our 7 Day Morocco Itinerary takes you to the Atlas Mountains, the bohemian city of Essaouira, and lastly to Marrakech to experience its vibrant culture.
Marrakech has an abundance of tucked away spots waiting to be discovered outside of its main streets and souks. We list 13 hidden gems in Marrakech located down alleyways, side streets, behind inconspicuous doors, and in neighbourhoods outside of the Medina that you don't want to miss.
If your time is short in Marrakech and you're overwhelmed with what to see and what to do, we have created our ideal 2 day Marrakech itinerary for you. Your 2 days in Marrakech will be filled with fun cultural and culinary experiences that make the ancient city feel special.
Marrakech has a great nightlife scene with night markets, swanky cocktail lounges and buzzy rooftop restaurants playing energetic tunes. We list 8 things to do in Marrakech at night, from discovering the Medina's evening souks to sipping cocktails at a funky rooftop bar overlooking the ancient city.
From Yves Saint Laurent and Winston Churchill to us two groovy potatoes, there is a reason why people have fallen in love with the magic that is Marrakech. We list 18 unique things to do in Marrakech, from standout places to shop and eat, to some of the best sights and sunset viewpoints in the city.
Marrakech is one of our favourite cities in the world. Its vibrant culture, food scene, architecture and craftsmanship are unlike anywhere we've been. From rooftop restaurants with sunset views to unique shops in the Medina, we have picked out the best spots for your 3 day Marrakech itinerary.
With a vibrant city exuding old-world charm and fresh cultural vibes, it's no wonder Lisbon is one of Europe's hottest capitals to visit right now. We list 10 unique things to do in Lisbon from noteworthy places to shop and eat to the best sunset viewpoints overlooking the city.