Family-Friendly Accommodation in Morocco: Riads With Pools
A slow traveler's family riads Morocco checklist: pools, stairs, and safety, plus real 2026 prices from 500-1,000 MAD ($50-100) a night for a family room.
Blog
Read MoreFamily-Friendly Accommodation in Morocco: Riads With Pools
Traditional Moroccan Music: Gnawa, Chaabi & Where to Hear It Live
Morocco has at least seven living music traditions, not one. Here's what Gnawa, chaabi, aita, al-Ala, Amazigh, malhun and rai each sound like, and where to hear them.
How to Book a Riad: Direct vs Booking.com vs Airbnb (Price Comparison)
Direct booking averaged 650 MAD vs. 750 on Booking.com and 820 on Airbnb in our 2026 test — a slow traveler's real guide to how to book a riad safely.
The History of Marrakech’s Medina: A Quick Traveler’s Primer
A short Marrakech medina history: founded around 1070, reshaped by four dynasties, split in two by France in 1912, and UNESCO World Heritage since 1985.
Best Day Trips from Marrakech: A Complete Ranking
Six day trips from Marrakech, ranked by drive time, real dirham cost, and how many hours you actually spend at the destination rather than in the van.
Best Boutique Kasbahs in the Atlas Mountains & Dades Valley
Boutique kasbahs Atlas Mountains and Dades Valley travelers book, with 2026 prices from 350 to 2,000 MAD a night and honest advice on which region to pick.
Berber (Amazigh) Culture in Morocco: What Travelers Should Know
Morocco's 2024 census found 24.8% of Moroccans use an Amazigh language every day. A traveler's guide to who the Imazighen are, why the name matters, the Tifinagh script on every road sign, and Yennayer.
Best Riads in Marrakech by Budget (Tested/Reviewed)
Best riads in Marrakech by budget: 250-500 MAD budget, 500-1,000 mid-range, 1,500-4,500 luxury. Neighborhood trade-offs and how to vet a licensed riad.
Best Riads in Fes: Old Medina vs New Town
The best riads in Fes sit inside the world's largest car-free medina, home to 156,000 residents. Compare medina riads with Ville Nouvelle hotels on price.
Sahara Desert Camps Compared: Luxury vs Standard vs Budget
A slow traveler compares Sahara desert camp Morocco tiers in Merzouga and Zagora: tents, bathrooms, food, and 2026 prices from 150 to 5,000+ MAD a night.