Morocco

  • World's Best Museums, YSL Museum in Marrakech
    Bolivia,  Cambodia,  Canada,  Colombia,  Cuba,  Ecuador,  England,  France,  Guam,  Indonesia,  Ireland,  Italy,  Malaysia,  Morocco,  Norway,  Scotland,  Spain,  Sweden,  Tanzania,  Thailand,  Uganda,  US,  Vietnam,  Zambia

    The Ultimate List of the Best Museums in the World

    World’s Best Museums  Visiting a new country can be exciting yet overwhelming experience.  There is art, culture, history, architecture, music, design and science that are all waiting to be learned and explored in cities and towns throughout the world.  A museum can provide a glimpse into local life, or provide education on a broader level. I think museums are a way to get a glimpse of the view of a country. Small, local museums even more-so, they show how they perceive themselves and the rest of the world. Get out to a museum near you, open your eyes and enrich your minds.  Doing some research to choose an interesting museum…

  • Croatia,  Greece,  Malta,  Morocco,  Northern Ireland,  Spain

    16 Game of Thrones Places to Visit as a Responsible Traveler

    The Best Game of Thrones Places to Visit I’m not one to trot-off to a location just because a movie or television show was filmed there. However, I have accidentally been to several of the more famous, and less known filming locations for HBO’s Game of Thrones. Normally, this wouldn’t be something I’m interested in but these are coincidently some of my favorite locations to vacation. Not only are these fantastic vacation locations, but these Game of Thrones places are GORGEOUS. Not only will I reveal how I stumbled upon GOT destinations, but I’ll also give you a suggestion for each place on the best way to visit as a…

  • Africa,  Asia,  Bhutan,  Morocco,  Peru,  South America,  Sustainable Travel,  Uganda,  Vietnam

    Women in Travel: Portraits of Women Around the World

    While I would love to say that gender, more importantly being feminine, doesn’t have the power to define certain aspects of travel, I’d be lying. When visiting new destinations, the topic of gender and solo women travel seem to be in some form, a constant. While this depiction is consistently being defined and shaped by male dominated forces, whether that be a country, a political party, the tourism industry or societies as a whole, I seem to have gained more insight into how extraordinary women are by visiting some countries where we may not always have the most equal of rights.  While so many places try to erase individuality of…

  • Soda Bottles in South America
    Africa,  Asia,  Caribbean,  Colombia,  Cuba,  Czech Republic,  Europe,  France,  Greece,  Ireland,  Italy,  Malta,  Martinique,  Mexico,  Morocco,  North America,  Portugal,  Scotland,  South America,  Spain,  Thailand,  Turkey,  UK,  US,  Vietnam

    22 Best Drinks Around the World: Travel Spots to Quench Your Thirst

    Best Drinks Around the World One way to really get to know a place is to drink and eat.  The best cocktails around the world are ones that have local ingredients or has a history or tradition unlike anywhere else.  When you drink these drinks, you should be transported directly back to your vacation. I’ve included both boozy and non alcoholic suggestions so everyone can go gulp. Whiskey in Scotland The Scots know their whiskies.  Two things to remember about Scotch, it’s made from malted Barley and don’t add an “e” in Scottish Whisky. Want to try Scotland’s “other national drink”? Often when I’m in another country I love checking…

  • Main Square in Marrakech
    Africa,  Morocco

    An Ethical Marrakech Travel Guide

    Marrakech Travel Guide I had my routine sorted out. During the week I was living and working in Asni and when the weekend came around, I’d take a shared taxi back to Marrakech and enjoy a few days in the city. Warm showers, big comfy beds and window shopping each Saturday and Sunday. I stayed at the same hotel, walked early each morning to explore the Medina. Every day, I passed a small shop with bright, beautiful artwork spilling from the doorway and onto the pedestrian dirt road. The quick, dark brushstrokes over bright greens, reds and yellows stood out against the pink walls of the Medina. As I would…

  • A Guide to Essaouira Morocco
    Africa,  Morocco

    Weekend by the Sea: A Guide to Essaouira, Morocco

    Essaouira Morocco Africa’s “windy city”, Essaouira Morocco is a small ocean front town, blowing in north-eastern trade winds from the Atlantic, it’s a nice respite from the hot Moroccan climate.  The city is quieter than some of the larger touristic towns.  A place for surfers and seaside lovers, Essaouira has all the ingredients that make up a perfect weekend getaway.  The vibe is laid back, there’s good food and good weather.  I’ve broken down some sustainable & ethical suggestions to mix into your itinerary, ensuring a perfectly peaceful getaway from the souks while at sea. The medina, or main square in old town is a UNESCO heritage city.  Essaouira was…

  • Top 10 Vacations for Nature Lovers, Glacier National Park USA
    Botswana,  Costa Rica,  Ecuador,  Morocco,  Nepal,  Norway,  US

    Dream Vacations for Nature Lovers

    You’d be hard pressed to find a corner of Earth without a phenomenal view of nature.  Volcanoes, mountain ranges, oceans, jungles, forests and deserts, the world is consistently showing us reminders of how beautiful it can be.  Thinking of packing your bags and heading on an adventurous vacation?  Here are ten ideas to spark your inner explorer with a list of dream vacations for nature lovers.   Landscape Lovers United States National Parks   The US has parks across the country, perfect for any nature lover.  There are 58 major National Parks in America so you could essentially take years just visiting different US parks as your vacation time.  It’s…

  • Africa,  Morocco

    Life on the Road: Planning A Memorable Moroccan Road Trip

    Moroccan Road Trip   Morocco is a country made for driving.  Easy, navigable roads, maybe not, but it’s the most satisfying way to see the country and experience what life is like outside of the tourist trail.  The serpentine streets weaving through the Atlas Mountains, the desolate flat roads pushing you towards the Sahara, or the rural lush landscape leading you towards seaside towns.  Whichever scenery you prefer, it sets the scene for a perfect Moroccan road trip. I’ve highlighted a week-long itinerary for all my road warriors, beginning in the High Atlas Mountain and Southern oases routes.  Since I was traveling solo, I opted to have Open Doors Morocco…

  • Africa,  Morocco

    Wonder Women: Girls Finding Secondary Education in Morocco

    The echoed singing through the minaret softly enters your ears, and you rub your eyes to adjust to the faint light.  You lay in bed in the dark, the call to prayer continues as an alarm clock for the village.  With out the capability of a snooze button, you comply, getting up, reaching for your headscarf, your feet finding warmth from your cold floor onto your prayer rug, facing Mecca as you begin Fajr, your morning prayers. As the sun begins to pierce through the windows, the cool mountain air in your room is warmed by the early morning light.  You dip your flatbread in Argan oil at breakfast, quickly…

  • Bolivia,  Ecuador,  Morocco,  Peru,  Tanzania,  Uganda,  Zambia

    Spectacular Things about 2017 Travel

    It’s that time of year again, a yearly round up of the best moments of 2017 travel.  The last week of December is always a good time for reflection on all of the highlights of the year, in addition to looking forward on plans to come for 2018.  When I first started my blog it was a way for me to journal my journey and ever so slowly, five years later, it has been a way for me to share experiences, inspire others to see the world and maybe live a little less conventionally.  Each year, I pull together a round up of moments I’m happily reminded of the rewards…