The medinas of Morocco are fascinating, a colourful alien culture which is within easy reach of most of Europe. Most are vibrant labyrinths, bustling hives of activity which provide a snapshot of the culture of the North African country. Since the ‘Arab Spring’ revolution there has been a downturn in visitor numbers to parts of [...]
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Postcard from Essaouira, a Moroccan fish market
The fish market in the Moroccan city of Essaouira, is an alien place to most westerners and probably a place that many would not dream of buying anything from especially food for their own table. There is little doubt that it is unlikely the market has ever seen a visit from an Environmental Health Officer, [...]
Morocco; A story of three medinas
Medinas are the old usually fortified parts of many Arabic cities, especially in North Africa; this is a tale of just three. There is something special about entering a medina; they are often hectic, filled with various forms of transportation with travellers attempting to negotiate the narrow streets and merchants. They are a labyrinth of [...]
Essaouira, Morocco; Jimi Hendrix was here, or not!
Essaouira’s association with Jimi Hendrix is one of its longstanding and most endearing myths! Although the infamous rock muscian did in fact visit Morocco in 1969 it was his only visit to the country and despite many claims he did not own property there. Almost every local has a story about how Hendrix touched their [...]
Essaouira – The Windy and fishy City of Morocco
It is not difficult to work out why Essaouira is called the ‘Windy City’ even when there is little more than a breeze, it gusts through the streets, market places and along the beach. Its touch caresses the sand and reaches every hidden space within the town. “merely sold off the pavement in the fishing [...]
Essaouira, Morocco – Making a good first impression
Last year when I visited Morocco a number of people informed me they were taking an excursion to Essaouira. This included two pretty young Norwegian girls in my Riad; they were gushing compliments when they returned, leaving me with a burning desire to visit. On that occasion unfortunately there was not sufficient time to squeeze [...]
Images from a moving Train – Photo essay
“The destination is the climax of an adventurous journey” Train travel as opposed to flying can be an almost romantic journey, looking out of an aircraft window can provide some great views, but from a train it is possible to feel a part of the landscape. Whilst the true romance of the ‘golden age of [...]
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