Travel Notes
& Guides
From riads in Marrakech to safari lodges outside Johannesburg, this is where local know-how meets real experience. Expect honest hotel reviews, city and region guides, and practical tips on where to stay, eat, and explore in Morocco and South Africa, written by someone who lives there.
Where to stay in Rabat 2026
Where to stay in Rabat: an overview of the city's neighbourhoods, including recommended riads and hotels in Morocco’s progressive capital.
Best Riads in Fez: My Top 5 Picks in the Medina
Looking for where to stay in Fez? From budget-friendly to luxury, here are the 5 best riads in Fez Medina, tried and tested on the ground.
15 Favourite Things to Do in Rabat, Morocco
Discover the best things to do in Rabat, from historic kasbahs and museums to river walks, surfing, and relaxed medina life in Morocco’s delightful capital city.
Review: Amsiln Studio coworking space Tamraght
A first-hand review of Amsiln Studio, Tamraght's coworking space. For fast wifi, calm focus, a rooftop with wave views, and a friendly business community.
What is a hammam, and where to go in Tamraght
A comprehensive and handy go-to what is a hammam, and how to experience in Agadir, Tamraght and Taghazout region.
Top things to do with kids in Tamraght, Taghazout
Round up of family-friendly activities in the Taghazout Bay region
Guide to Morocco’s festivals June 2026
All the info you need on Morocco’s summer festival highlights!
How to experience Paradise Valley
A guide for hiking, wild swimming and being in nature at Paradise Valley near Agadir
IZZA Marrakech Review: Boutique Art Hotel in the Medina
First-hand IZZA Hotel Marrakech review: a design-led boutique riad in the Medina
Best Yoga Surf Camps in Taghazout & Tamraght (2026 Guide)
Plan your Morocco yoga + surf trip with this guide to the best Taghazout and Tamraght stays that offer a dedicated yoga space.
Where to Stay in Casablanca (2026): Best Areas Guide
Discover the best areas to stay in Casablanca, from Downtown and the Art Deco district to Ain Diab beach, plus hotel recommendations for 2026.
What to Do in Marrakech (2026): A Local Expert’s Guide
What to Do in Marrakech: A 2026 Guide to the Best Experiences
Where To Eat in Marrakech: Local Dining Guide (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Marrakech? Discover local favourites in the Medina, Gueliz and Kasbah, from rooftop dining, to delightful patisseries, to traditional Moroccan cuisine.
Best Luxury Riads in Marrakech (300–500 Euros Per Night)
A curated selection of character-filled luxury riads in Marrakech
Where to Stay in Tétouan, Morocco 2026
Discover the best riads and beach resorts in the medina and Tamuda Bay for 2026.
Tétouan, Morocco: Things to Do & Why to Visit in 2026
Discover Tétouan, Morocco, a UNESCO-listed medina, Mediterranean beaches, and art culture.
High Atlas Mountains Morocco: Why Visit in 2026 and Complete Travel Guide
A guide to trekking Mount Toubkal, skiing in Oukaimeden, hiking valleys, rock climbing, scenic drives, Amazigh culture, and where to stay in the High Atlas in 2026.
Where to stay in the High Atlas Mountains
Planning a stay in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains? Discover the best hotels and guesthouses in Imlil, Ouirgane and the Ourika Valley — from luxury kasbahs to rustic mountain lodges.
Morocco Desert Travel Guide: Sahara, Agafay, Dakhla, and Coastal Dunes
How to Experience the Desert in Morocco, Beyond the Sahara
Yoga Classes in Taghazout & Tamraght | Studios + Drop-Ins
A local yoga teacher’s guide to yoga classes in Taghazout and Tamraght, ocean-view studios, drop-in classes, retreats and hotel yoga.