Variety is the spice of life and Morocco offers plenty to mesmerise any visitor. The country’s charm lies within its diversity. Long stretches of beaches and secluded coves offer idyllic days for sun-worshippers, while inland is Berber country where the snow-capped Atlas Mountains provide challenging hiking for adventure-seekers. The endless colourful bazaars piled high with a dazzling array of goods are sure to keep shopping enthusiasts delighted for days.

Morocco is an enthralling, exotic mix of the African and Arabian worlds, rich in culture and civilisation. To absorb the spirit of Morocco, one must wander the streets of the great cities.

Marrakech, the ancient capital, is a city of labyrinth of narrow winding alleyways, bustling bazaars, palaces, museums, and mosques. The city’s gardens are still supplied with water from 11th-century underground irrigation canals. Come nightfall, the city square, Djemaa el-Fna comes alive with dancers, fortune-tellers, musicians, acrobats, storytellers and snake charmers, it is an exciting, exotic and mystifying place full of surprises. Perhaps equally surprising is the fact that only and hour’s drive from Marrakech is Oukaimeden, Morocco’s best ski resort.

Fès, another age-old imperial city, has an outstanding collection of medieval buildings from the eighth century and more history and mystery than anywhere else in Morocco. Rabat, the present capital of Morocco originates from the 12th century. Here trees and flowers bloom in abundance, along with many lively sidewalk cafes and monumental gateways. The nearby Mamora forest and the numerous beaches are popular tourist attractions, particularly during the summer.

Along the Mediterranean coast is a series of streams, beaches and sheltered coves ideal for swimming, boating and fishing. Here you will find a variety of accommodation from luxury resorts to well-equipped bungalows.

Whether climbing snow-draped mountains, relaxing by the sea, getting an acrobatic massage in a steaming hammam, searching for exotic artefacts, gazing at ancient wonders or marvelling at the colours of a desert dawn, you will be captivated by Morocco.