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Real Name: Vince Maher
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Morocco

by Vintom - last update: Jul 30, 2003

Morocco a few little pointers

Minstrals in Djemaa el Fna (Main Square) Marrakech
Hi Just a few pointers from my recent Trip to Morocco. Won't try to bore you to death, but will try to outline some things I thought were good and bad.
Which is the odd shoe?

Beggars & Hawkers

You will always find Beggars & Hawkers wherever you go in this world, Morocco is no exception.
To give or not to give can be a tough decision, and not one I can make for you.
All I would say is that I believe most of the people I saw begging in Morocco looked as though they were genuine and I did give some money now and then, but tried not to do it too often.
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca

Respecting Religion

Anybody travelling to Morocco should be aware that this is a muslim country, with muslim values and traditions.
In the More tourist resorts on the coast things are a little more relaxed, but inland in the places that do not see many visitors it would be wise to be respectful of the culture and beliefs of these people. Over 98% of the population are Muslim, the majority of them being quite devout. As with any country you visit you should always show the upmost respect for the local people and their way of life. Foe example it would not be prudent for a woman to walk around showing to much bare flesh, niether is it appreciated when men wear shorts. Never attempt to look around a mosque in other than conservative dress.

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Pros:"A place that grows on you if you give it time."
Cons:"If you can't deal with hustlers & hawkers it's not for you!"
In A Nutshell:"Worth the Trip and a really nice place to chill out!"
Vintom's Morocco Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 7 - Photos: 5
 
Restaurants
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 6 - Photos: 3
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 3 - Photos: 2
Local Customs
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 5 - Photos: 5
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2

Comments for Vintom about Morocco
angiebabe Mon Oct 27, 2008 08:06 UTC
 youve got some lovely photos here-&capture well the Morocco I know-u might enjoy my pages as well!?theres no social welfare system in Maroc to assist the many poor so there is a place for giving to beggars-a place in Islam as well.All the best.
ianbn3 Thu Jun 14, 2007 21:55 UTC
 also stayed there last may excellent food and rooms very reasonable would stay there again from uk
stemc Sun Mar 5, 2006 22:35 UTC
 iam off to morocco in august for 2 weeks thanks for the info place it in my diy file.smc
Wafro Sun Jan 29, 2006 08:55 UTC
 A different, but a great view on Morocco. GRTZ
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