The bustling city of Marrakech is Morocco’s third largest city situated in the foothills of the mighty Atlas Mountains. While not as steeped in history as the medieval town of Fes, Marrakech still retains the old world charm of a bustling old city (the medina) while the Villa Nouvelle represents the modern facet. I felt …
Morocco has to be one of my favorite destinations of all time. Both as a standout destination and personally (I met my wife here!!). The sheer diversity of sights in this beautiful country is mind boggling, ranging from the deserts of the Sahara, to quaint seaside towns to pristine Alpine scenery. But the highlight of …
The mighty Sahara desert. It conjures up images of Bedouins leading a caravan of camels, walking many a mile amongst silky smooth dunes. Of weary travelers jumping for joy when they see an oasis in the distance. Of Tintin comics, where the characters jump into a pond in the oasis only to discover it is a mirage. Being surrounded …