For Western travellers, Morocco is somewhere that really captures the imagination. Hot, dusty, and exotic, Morocco feels like a world away from Europe, even though it’s in fact only an hour’s ferry ride from southern Spain. With a strong Islamic and deeply traditional Moorish culture, despite many years of French and Spanish colonial rule and the rise of modern cities like Rabat and Casablanca, Morocco has a presence which is unmatched across the rest of the world.

Fez, often considered the most attractive of all Arab cities, really is where east meets west. It maintains a life which is still very much steeped in medieval tradition even though it has westernised shopping malls and a young, vibrant population within it.

In terms of its geographical make up, Morocco is certainly unique. From the Mediterranean coast with its soft sand beaches and sparking sea, through four different mountain ranges to the scrubland of the Sahara, Morocco offers photo opportunities aplenty. Don’t forget to sample some of the delicious local cuisine too, like fish chermoula, spicy sardines and zaalouk.

Morocco is a fascinating place for a vacation, whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or as a family. Whatever you’re thinking of doing during your trip, you’re sure to make memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

5 Things You Need to Know About Morocco

Here are five things you may not have known about Morocco, which you’ll want to make note of before packing your bags:

Time Difference: UTC +1 hour
Currency: Moroccan dirham
Native Language: Arabic
Weather: Morocco has a very varied climate offering snow-capped peaks and scorching desert. In summer it can be very hot whilst the winters are mild.
Sales Tax: 20%

Flying to Morocco from Canada

Here’s everything you’ll need to know about flying to Morocco from Canada, including flight times and entry requirements.

Flight Times

Flights from Canada to Morocco generally take around nine hours, with direct flights available from Montreal.

Flights from other cities in Canada, such as Vancouver, Toronto and Calgary, will have to take indirect routes, which will take a little longer.

Entry Requirements

Canadian passport holders are granted a visa free access to Morocco. They are allowed entry for a maximum of 90 days.

Airlines That Fly to Morocco

The following airlines offer direct flights from Canada to Morocco:

- Air Canada
- Lufthansa
- Royal Air Maroc

10 Morocco Must-Dos

If you’ve never visited Morocco before and are wondering what the ‘must-see’ sights and attractions are, here are our top ten:

- Jardin Majorelle
- Medina of Marrakesh
- Marrakech Souk
- Musee des Sources de Lalla Mimouna
- Merzouga Desert
- Chefchaouen Medina
- Mount Toubkal
- Moroccan Sahara
- Gorges du Dades
- Hassan II Mosque

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