Centuries-old cities, ancient winding medinas, sunburnt sand dunes, epic mountain ranges, multi-chromatic markets and intriguing villages share the landscape of Morocco. From the High Atlas mountains to the dazzling architectural styles of Casablanca, this land of diversity in North Africa seduces visitors with its legendary sights. Come explore Morocco with us!
Our travel may be temporarily interrupted, but we can still dream and plan. We’re here to bring you travel inspiration for the trips you’ll take when life returns to normal. – TravelSquire Editors It’s Hard Not to Get Lost in Fez Imagine walking down a spiraling cobblestone street, getting closer … Read more
Having sat in the lap of luxury for most of our time spent in Marrakesh, we decided to get out on our own and rent a car. Our destination: the quiet oasis of Fez, a six and half hour drive from Marrakech, and well worth a few days. Fez is … Read more
Marrakesh, the ancient city in Morocco is having a renaissance. Sophisticated travelers are rediscovering the sights, sounds, and smells of this fabled city. The city is welcoming and safe and this October will see the opening of the Yves Saint Laurent Museum in the famed Majorelle Gardens featuring the work … Read more
“Is this real life?” Gina, my companion wondered aloud. “Or is it fantasy?” I chimed in reply. We were standing, gobsmacked, in the courtyard between our rooms of the Riad Maison Bleue hotel. The equivalent of a manor, “riad” means “garden” in Arabic, and allusions to an oasis aren’t that … Read more
Electronic Dance Music lovers worldwide rejoice: the 2015 International Festival Guide is here. From snowcapped mountaintops to desert oases, stunning natural landscapes to intricate man-made stages, in the heat of the summer months these international music festivals are cooler than ever. Boasting hours upon hours of partying, dancing, and good … Read more
The essence of adventure travel is challenging yourself to find excitement everywhere it lurks. Sand-boarding down dunes, camel trekking through deserts and dog sledding over icy tundra are surely adrenaline-worthy activities. Here’s the Squire’s short list of his favorites. Just don’t forget your backpack and camera— oh, and leave your … Read more
This is an exciting time of year for movie buffs. Awards season is all about glamor, the red carpet and the statuettes. Anticipation and anxiety plague us while we wait to see if our Oscar bets have paid off. Will Leo finally win? Will Meryl get back in the race … Read more
If you’ve ever seen the movie Casablanca, you were no doubt captivated by the mystique of Morocco. Home to an estimated 34 million people, Morocco is a culturally rich amalgamation of Arabic, Spanish, French and Berber (the original tribes of North Africa that represent a mixture of different ethnic groups) cultures, … Read more
Butterflies in your stomach, pulse racing, agitated breathing. No, we’re not exactly falling in love; it’s merely all the adrenaline rush from adventure traveling. This summer, it’s time to tap in to your wild side. Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered. Backpacking – The Inca Trail to … Read more
Morocco’s Mixed Bag When American expat writer Paul Bowles wrote that travelers to Morocco “expect mystery and they find it,” he must have been thinking of Marrakech and the High Atlas Mountains that stand sentinel over it. Morocco is only seven miles across the Straight of Gibraltar from Europe … Read more