African Destinations
Romantic Riads in the Moroccan Medina of Essaouira
Essaouira is a beautiful, funky, artsy city on the Atlantic coast of Morocco filled with art galleries, crafts, artisans, jewelry makers, and of course, plenty of musicians strumming guitars and singing Bob Marley classics. Day trips from Marrakech to the small town...
Morocco and Me; the Magic & Mystery of this Magnificent Country
I have visited almost 100 countries around the world, and have lived in 8, but there is something about Morocco that keeps pulling me back. Usually, I am able to articulate my love for a place in words, and I have tried to do that with Morocco, but never seem to be...
Dar Inacamp; a Romantic, Luxury Desert Camp
The most romantic night of my life was spent at a luxurious desert camp in Morocco. All by myself. I travel around the world looking for the most romantic riads and palatial hotels, the best beaches, spectacular waterfalls. I love finding beautiful places (especially...
Married to a Moroccan; a Woman Who Loves Moroccans Shares Her Love Story
Sarah is one of the members of the super-secret Facebook group, Women Who Love Moroccans (WWLM). She agreed to be interviewed and tell us a little about her husband, her marriage, and what it's like to be in the Women Who Love Moroccans group. Please tell us about...
Women Who Love Moroccans
It's no secret that Morocco is one of my favorite countries. I have fallen totally, completely, madly in love with the souks and medinas, the seaside resort towns and beaches, luxury desert camps in The Sahara, and of course, the people. And then, there are the men....
How Life During Lockdown Turned Me Into a Savage Sardine Murderer in Morocco
Filled with shame, I stood there silently as my neighbor squatted outside of my front door, pointing at me with the machete and yelling in Arabic. I didn't understand a word she said, but I knew I was guilty as hell. I was embarrassed, but also overwhelmed with love...
Why This Pouting Princess Reconsiders Her Priorities as the Moroccan Government Extends the Lockdown Until May 20
Looks like all of the ultra-luxurious, 5-star, glamping experiences in The Sahara I have been dreaming of, where I lie under the stars, imagining myself as an uber-wealthy socialite getting away from it all to be pampered and wined and dined by the fanciest French Moroccan chefs are going to have to wait yet another… Read More »
The Painful, Yet Provocative Appeal of a Pesky Moroccan Mosquitoe Murderer
I was almost murdered last night. Don't be alarmed, I survived. Barely. But while the world is fighting the scariest world event we have ever had to endure, and I was here, (partly relieved, partly guilty that I am safe thanks to the swift, sane actions of the...
15 Reasons You Should Visit Morocco
I write about travel to many countries so I have many favorite places I recommend. I love the waterfalls of Jamaica, the quaint fishing villages and diving opportunities in Bali, and snorkeling in St. John. I love shopping in Paris at the famous antique market where I...
The Best Budget Romantic Riads in Marrakech
Are you dreaming of a romantic vacation but think you can't afford it? I've gathered a few of the most amazing, romantic riads in Marrakech (all under $100 a night) to inspire you and your honey to plan your next trip...maybe sooner than you think! Morocco is one of...
