• Due to the latest influx of new flight routes it can be incredibly time-consuming even getting into Marrakech airport. Be sure to get to the airport early on the day of your departure, consider the full three hours, as a minimum.
• A delightful yet crisp chill sweeps through Marrakech during early mornings and late evenings — don’t forget to pack some warm clothing.
• If you don’t want to face the city alone, it’s worth considering a group retreat where you can meet like-minded travellers, buddy up for dinners and have an added layer of security. Intriguing upcoming retreats include Riad Botanica’s nine-night Tapestry Retreat, weaving together yoga and mindfulness with culture and community through local artists and storytellers. Spanning Essaouira, Marrakech and dinner in Agafay desert. Dates can be found at riadbotanica.com
• Marrakech is a maze of winding cobbled streets and uneven surfaces, ditch the suitcase on wheels and opt for a backpack, instead.
• First time travelling alone? It might be wise to save Morocco for a later date and try somewhere straightforward to navigate such as Iceland, Spain or Italy.
