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Marrakesh and Essaouira

Hi folks

Off to Morocco in a month (4 days Marrakesh, 3 days Essaouira). Been to Marrakesh before – does anyone have any tips on more unusual things to do there? And any tips for Essaouira, or places to eat in either, much appreciated.

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If you’re ever in need of a meal with something a little stronger than mint tea, Cafe Arabe in Marrakesh (www.cafearabe.com/) has a gorgeous roof terrace and does some lovely cocktails. I’d definitely recommend trying to find a cooking course, too. I spent an afternoon learning how to make tagine in my riad, courtesy of the owner’s sister, but there are lots more out there…

Maybe a day at a surf school in Essaouira?

answered January 22, 2013 by Ellie Aldridge
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Thanks Ellie! Am planning to do a cooking course as it turns out, but will check out Cafe Arabe for sure…

answered January 22, 2013 by James Rice
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If you didn’t go last time, I would recommend a day trip to the Ourika Valley, the cool breeze and waterfalls make it seem worlds away from Marrakesh. If you can, plan your trip for a Monday and stop off at the weekly berber market – great for a glimpse of rural life.

I’m off to Essaouira this summer as well and have been thinking about doing some kitesurfing, heard good things about it! Might be a good option?

answered January 22, 2013 by Olivia Rawes
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Another vote for Café Arabe!

answered January 23, 2013 by kateb
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Essaouira is lovely. I would recommend to have a meal in the fish stalls at the Port. Very nice and cheap.
Like Olivia mentioned the Ourika Valley is a must, closer to Marrakech than the Atlas mountains in case you are running out of days and want a bit of adventure.

answered February 19, 2013 by Marta Bescos
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