Marrakesh Travel Forum

I read the thread on what to wear. Also read about some men leering more that one might be used to! Other than that, any words of wisdom from women who have traveled alone? I'll be in Spain and I'm looking into visiting Morocco, but want to hear what other solo travelers have experienced.
Also, advice on getting to Marrakesh from Tangier?

So the YETI is finally making it to Marrakech.....all the way from Nepal!

Searching for the best riad near the Center... its tough huh? been sitting here with two laptops which are warming up due to our browsing... Any suggestions... would love to budget... as we do not plan to sit in the hotel the whole day... but it should be nice... going 22nd Mar - 28th Mar... Also suggestions please as to what to do around... what would be your ideal trip in these many days?

My wife and I are going to Marrakesh in Aug for the first time and want to know how easy it is to get around. Maybe Marrakesh to Fez and then Tangier. We are looking at 'Morocco Explored'; any reports?

hi, we are going to marrakeck in october, and are staying at the Amalay hotel, on 87 Bd Mohamed V, Gueliz.. my friend has now booked with us, but unfortunately our hotel is fully booked. can anyone please advise me on another hotel, cheap but clean, close to the Amalay so we can be together without too much travelling to meet in the morning,, and so we can walk back together......also, can anyone advise on what the weather is like in october......thanks you for any replies, louise

Hi

We are undertaking a trek in September and wanted to stay on after it in Marakesh or surroundings.

Does anybody know of either eco-lodge or self-catering accommodation?

We'd rather stay with a private local and support them than some posh hotel.

Any info appreciated!
Thanks
Iris

We will be in Marrakech for Irelands-v-Wales and wondered if there is an 'Irish' pub or someplace where we will be able to watch the match.

I love pedicures and get one weekly. Any suggestions for pedicure places in Marrakesh. Also how much do they cost and does it include a nice long foot massage?

I am going in the next few weeks and wondered about dress codes for women??

Hi, I need some help

I'm organising a 5-day trip for myself and my girlfriend to marrakesh, going early march and we are keen to spend a night or two camping in the dunes.

Any tips on sorting out this part of my tour please? all the other bits have been sorted out using VT.

is it cheaper to book this part of my tour once i am in marrakesh? if so what companies would you recommend me to go to once i get there? Or have you got any good websites where i can prebook this dune adventure cheaply?

what are your personal experiences when you went into the dunes? did you do camel riding, mint tea with berbers, music, dancing, meal prepared locally then camping under the stars? that is the kind of thing i'm dreamingabout!!

please help

I would love to go horsebackriding in Marakesh. I've heard that one can ride arabians through the souks? I would love to have a beautiful horseback experience. I am a good rider. Any recommendations?

Hello,

I will be traveling with my wife for a weekend in Marrakech soon.

Can anyone recommend where I could hire a local guide?

Does anyone know a good guide you can trust to take you around? If you do I would be very happy to have a way to contact him.

How much would it cost me aproximately.

I would like to avoid having people offering themselves only for my money.

Thank you in advance.

Posted: Sat February 2, 2008 03:13 PM GMT
Hi, I am looking for a nice hotel in Marrakesh 4 to 5 star. Preferably with a pool, evening entertainment and close to all the sites. I have 2 girls aged 7 & 10, so a kid friendly hotel would be ideal. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Hotels we have been looking at are: el andalous ,Amine Hotel & Kenzi Farah Hotel
Many thanks

Hi, I am looking for a nice hotel in Marrakesh 4 to 5 star. Preferably with a pool, evening entertainment and close to all the sites. I have 2 girls aged 7 & 10, so a kid friendly hotel would be ideal. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

Hotels we have been looking at are: el andalous ,Amine Hotel & Kenzi Farah Hotel
Many thanks

My husband and i are finally visiting Marrakech in March, i have wanted to go for years and i am so excited! I have been reading lots of travellers reviews on accommodation and now find myself confused on where to stay that is inexpensive and traditional. We are both sociable and not into fancy luxury accommodation so i thought about hostels so we would meet like minded people to enjoy a drink and chat with but the reviews are awful regarding safety and cleanliness. Any suggestions would be gratefully received. Many thanks Paula and Jim.
The other thing we thought of is booking somewhere for first night then finding somewhere - is that recommended with it being the school easter hols??

I will be traveling to marrakech with my family,i have 2 girls aged 7/10 & would like to know if there are any good things for kids to do????.Any tips on good places to stay with kids to??
Many Thanks x

I'll be staying at the Al Qantara complex, route d'Ourika, Av Mohamed V1, 22 -29 July. My questions are:

1. How far is it into Marakesh centre ?
2. Where do i find the best deal for "quading" ?
3. What's on locally ? (festivals, fêtes, concerts)
4. How much is the train to Casa (return)and how long will it take ?
5. The best address for Mint tea ?
6. Any Morocan experience i shouldn't miss ?

Has anyone had any experience using the following tour guide from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi??
Ali Oussou
http://ergchebbi.ifrance.com

Hi,

I am going with my parents for the first time to Morocco and were planning to stay for 5 days in Marrakesh. We have another 5 days and did not know if going to Essaouria or Agadir. Any suggestion?

Thanks

Hi everyone. My wife and I are thinking of going to Marakesh in March. I am a bit concerned that a full seven day break might be too long. We intend to visit the main sites but don't want to find ourselves just wandering because we have nothing better to do. We thought we would stay in a 2* riad. The Company we are looking at is Riad Seduction advertised through expedia. My wife is 57 and I am 60 and we are not terribly adventurous travellers really. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks

We plan to go to Essaouira and would like to take a private taxi. Does anybody know the price from Marrakesh?

hello everyone!!!
Im going to agadir next week,but i will be arriving in marrakech,can anyone help me,because i dont know how far from marrekech to agadir! there is an train?bus?or taxi?please i really appreciate your help,thank you in advance.

My partner, John, and I have finally decided to get married after 35 yrs!!!!! (Well we have been married to other people in between, but got back together again about 10 yrs ago). We have travelled extensively, but never to Marrakech, and we think this would be a very romantic destination for our Honeymoon. Whilst I have always loved the sun, unfortunately I was diagnosed with malignant melanoma last autumn, and now after successful surgery, I must obviously not stay out in the sun for 8 hrs a day as I would have done in the past!
So the question is this – what is the best time to visit Marrakech – is it still good in the winter months?
We would like to organise a weeks trip, that involves a trip into the Atlas Mountains – perhaps staying overnight somewhere?
So - next question! Do you know of a really romantic 'riad' type hotel, within souk area, with special double room? Can you recommend good places to eat? Do you know anywhere romantic for a night in the mountains?

Thanks, Lyndsey - Oxford, England

Can anybody who is there tell me how the weather is right now. Im thinking jeans and t shirt during the day with jacket for evening.

I would love to take a belly dance lesson with my friends in Marrakesh. Does anyone have any recommendations in regards to a teacher or place that offers this? (This is my first visit to Marrakesh!)
Thanks
J

I want to rent a 2/3 bed house in Marakesh, 8-29 july. Air cond. swimming pool, nicely decorated.Moderate price. Any ideas,contacts?

I have seen a site which offers a day's cooking lesson given by a Dutch lady living in Marrakesh. She takes you around the markets and helps you choose the produce that you then cook and eat. The charge is around 20 Euros including two glasses of wine.

I now cannot find the site!!!

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

somehow tghe train website is not working...

would anyone know what ti,e train are traveling from marrakech to casablanca on 29 december; either in the morning or early afternoon? Would reservations be necessary?

thanks a lot for any info

rhia

Hi
What is the best way to get to the Merzouga erg chebbi dunes .
regards
SK

Hi
I am flying to casablanca and taking a train to Marrakech. What is the best way to get to the train station from the airport and can I pay on board

regards

SK

My girlfriend and I are off to Marrakesh in a few weeks. Xmas sales are on, I need some new suits...any idea how much it costs to get suits made, is it worth ignoring the sales and getting 2 or 3 mde up?
Where is the best pace to go?
I have also heard Marrakesh isn't cheapest and there are better elternatives - Any Recommendations?
Cheers & Merry Xmas,
ANM