Marrakech, Morocco has long been on our bucket list. We finally made it to this chaotic, colourful, crazy city last year. It didn't disappoint! We loved every second we spent...
Things to do in Chefchaouen, the Blue City, Morocco
When people think about Morocco, the image that most often comes to mind is of 'the blue city' with its vivid blue houses with red-tile roofs. They may not know the name of the town,...
Urban Adventure’s Tastes of Marrakech Tour – a Complete Review
When Mark and I first arrive in a new city, we like to book a tour with a local guide. For us, this is the perfect way to pick up tips about the best...
Why You Should Visit Meknes, Morocco
Meknès, Morocco doesn't feature on many itineraries of this north African nation, but I would argue that it should. It is a small city located between Rabat and Fez. If you are...
Why you Must Visit Moulay Idriss and Volubilis, Morocco
If time allows, every Morocco itinerary should include Moulay Idriss and Volubilis. Few tourists make it to these spots, meaning that you'll probably have the places pretty much to...
The Best Things to do in Rabat, Morocco – a Self-Guided Walking Tour
When Mark and I arrive in a new city, we usually take a walking tour with a local guide. Here is a description of one such tour we did in Casablanca. In Rabat, Morocco's small, compact...
The Best Things to Do in Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco. It is the country's commercial hub and locals tend to be more interested in business than in tourism. However, whilst it isn't as atmospheric...
Urban Adventure’s Walking Tour of Casablanca – a Complete Review
When Mark and I first arrive in a new city, we like to book a tour with a local guide. For us, this is the perfect way to pick up tips about the best...
A sore knee and the passing of Terry Wogan
As part of our tour around Ethiopia, walking around the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela really took it out of me. I had hurt my knee a few days earlier and the uneven ground, steep inclines and...
The saga of our missing bags
On Thursday 21st January, we flew from Gatwick to Addis Ababa via Istanbul for the start of our four-week trip around northern Ethiopia. As we checked in at Gatwick early that morning,...
