African Destinations
Finding My Positive Vibe Post-Pandemic
To say the year of 2020 has been tough for all of us is an understatement. I normally tend to be extremely positive, at times in a syrupy sweet, eye rolling, Pollyanna-ish kind of way. My mantras are, “Every disappointment is a blessing in disguise,” and “God has...
Arabic Phrases to Help Solo Female Travelers When Being Harassed by Muslim Men
You guys know I love my Muslim brothers, and most of the time, I have felt quite safe when I have visited, or lived in Muslim countries like Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco, and other places. However, I must admit, there are times I have felt harassed and just wanted to slap...
When a Berber Boy Falls in Love; The Tea Tells All
by Mohamed (Desert Morocco Discovery) Dancing at a Berber wedding in Morocco In most families in America or Europe, it is relatively normal for young people to simply inform their parents after they choose to become engaged. For Berber couples in Morocco, the...
How Solo Female Travelers Can Stay Safe in Morocco
Morocco has a reputation for not being safe for solo female travelers. Personally, I regret the fact that for many years I believed the negative things I'd heard and waited such a long time before my first visit. Hearing reports about men harassing women had me...
The 4 “P’s” on How to Pick the Perfect Tour Guide
The 4 P's on How to Pick the Perfect Tour Guide There are thousands of tour companies in Morocco to choose from, but how can you choose the perfect one? Of course you want someone knowledgeable and experienced, who will give you the most unforgettable trip while...
Moroccan Photo Gallery
Morocco is one of my favorite countries in the world. Here are a few photos from my latest trip. To see more photos of me, click here and here. To see photos of me on a trip to the Sahara, click here. I also found a few galleries filled with stunning photos of Morocco...
How I Survived Being Stuck Abroad During the Pandemic for 7 Months
I was thrilled to be going to Morocco again. I had been invited by Amar, the owner of a tour company, Morocco Planet, to discuss working together. Owners of tour companies and tourism boards often invite writers, bloggers, and influencers to visit and to experience...
The Ultimate Sahara Desert Luxury Tour
I have taken many tours in Morocco, so I can be pretty hard to impress. Also, I strongly prefer a beach vacation any day over visiting the desert, someplace like Essaouira, a popular seaside fishing village where there are plenty of charming, romantic riads. I have...
How to Choose the Best Tour Guide
The world is starting to become somewhat "normal" again, and people are excited about the possibility of planning their dream trips. But a big part of whether your trip will end up being that once in a lifetime experiences you've fantasized about for so long is to...
The Best Exotic Tazi Hotel
I walked through the front door into the enormous lobby of the Grand Tazi Hotel. Immediately I remembered a film I had seen years ago called The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. In the film, a group of hotel guests arrived expecting a 5-star luxury hotel based on some...
