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Day 5
Thursday, December 26, 2019 at 4:02 PM
☁️ 66 °F
Altitude: 479 ft
Morocco Oued Talambot 35.280262, -5.23384235°16’49” N 5°14’2” W
Talassemtane National Park
December 26, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 66 °F
The park's proximity to the popular tourist destination, Chefchaouen makes it a common hiking destination. The park's elevation ranges from 350 meters to 1,050 meters.
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 6:20 AM
63 °F
Altitude: 59 ft
Morocco Ras Achar 35.759055, -5.9373735°45’33” N 5°56’15” W
Tanger-Medina
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 63 °F
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:36 AM
☁️ 59 °F
Altitude: Sea level
Morocco Saramika 35.866305, -5.34495535°51’59” N 5°20’42” W
Tarifa, Spain
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
Tarifa is a Spanish municipality in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia. Located at the southernmost end of the Iberian Peninsula. Tarifa lies on the Costa de la Luz ("coast of light") and across the Strait of Gibraltar facing Morocco.Read more
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:39 AM
☁️ 59 °F
Altitude: 394 ft
Morocco Khandeq El Bouhali 35.869633, -5.36157535°52’11” N 5°21’42” W
Scenic Drive to Tangiers
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 11:54 AM
☁️ 59 °F
Altitude: 794 ft
Morocco Koudyet Lafqih Laachiri 35.876683, -5.46208835°52’36” N 5°27’44” W
Scenic Drive to Tangiers 1
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 12:28 PM
☁️ 61 °F
Altitude: 89 ft
Morocco Dhar Ain Dmigha 35.815962, -5.63658335°48’57” N 5°38’12” W
Scenic Drive to Tangiers 2
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☁️ 61 °F
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 2:56 PM
🌬 63 °F
Altitude: 249 ft
Morocco Cape Espartel 35.790447, -5.92361335°47’26” N 5°55’25” W
Atlantic/Mediterranian
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 🌬 63 °F
Strait of Gibraltar: Where Atlantic Meets Mediterranean. The Strait of Gibraltar, which lies between the southern coast of Spain and the northern coast of Morocco, is the only place where water from the Atlantic Ocean mixes with water from the Mediterranean Sea.Read more
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Day 6
Friday, December 27, 2019 at 3:23 PM
🌬 63 °F
Altitude: 66 ft
Morocco Grottes d’ Hercule 35.759872, -5.93926235°45’36” N 5°56’21” W
Hercules Cave
December 27, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 🌬 63 °F
Cavern where Hercules allegedly rested during his labors, with an opening in the shape of Africa.
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 12:41 AM
57 °F
Altitude: 174 ft
Morocco Tangier Point (historical)35.789037, -5.81344535°47’21” N 5°48’48” W
Tanger-Medina
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 57 °F
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 1:22 AM
59 °F
Altitude: 131 ft
Morocco Tangier Point (historical)35.787505, -5.81154735°47’15” N 5°48’42” W
Tanger-Medina
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 59 °F
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 4:14 AM
59 °F
Altitude: 26 ft
Morocco Oued Souani 35.771163, -5.78548835°46’16” N 5°47’8” W
Tangier
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 59 °F
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 7:43 AM
41 °F
Altitude: 144 ft
Morocco Sāḩat Muḩammad al Khāmis 34.015197, -6.83315334°0’55” N 6°49’59” W
Rabat
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 41 °F
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 9:17 AM
☀️ 57 °F
Altitude: 236 ft
Morocco Plateau du Marchan 35.788538, -5.81496235°47’19” N 5°48’54” W
Tangier Medina
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 57 °F
Gates have 2 names depending on whether you are coming or going
Bab means gate
Kasba means fort
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 9:23 AM
☀️ 57 °F
Altitude: 249 ft
Morocco Plateau du Marchan 35.788918, -5.814835°47’20” N 5°48’53” W
Tangier Medina 1
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 57 °F
I venture out for a stroll through Tangier’s medina, with its eclectic mix of ancient architecture and modern touches like more recently- planted palm trees that line some of the streets. While exploring the meandering maze of medina lanes, a helpful tip to keep in mind is that, when in doubt, walking uphill (in pretty much any direction) will usually lead you to an exit.

The medina, the top attraction of Tangier, is a labyrinth of alleyways both commercial and residential. It's contained by the walls of a 15th-century Portuguese fortress, although most buildings are actually relatively new for a Moroccan medina. The place is full of travellers' treasures and offers glimpses of traditional livingRead more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 9:50 AM
☀️ 57 °F
Altitude: 148 ft
Morocco Tangier Point (historical)35.788978, -5.81192235°47’20” N 5°48’43” W
Tangier
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 57 °F
I traveled for 3 hours by coach on a scenic coastal road to Tangier, the beautiful light and multicul- tural spirit of which have drawn travelers to Morocco for centuries. People have been living in Tangier since colonists from Carthage settled there in the fifth century BC, and over the years it has traded hands between several kingdoms and empires, and served as refuge for countless cultures.
I arrive around 11:30am and check into the hotel, which is located near Tangier’s beach and city center and offers up close views of the Strait of Gibraltar and the Atlantic Ocean.

Afternoon: Beginning at about 2pm, we’ll experience the lively modern culture of this ancient coastal city during a 3.5-hour guided tour that includes the medina, the Petit Socco (Little Square), and the Grand Socca (Large Square). We return to the hotel around 5:30pm.Read more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 10:55 AM
59 °F
Altitude: 157 ft
Morocco Les Ministères 34.017436, -6.82794834°1’3” N 6°49’41” W
Museum—Tangier American Legation
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 59 °F
The first American public property outside the United States, it commemorates the historic cultural and diplomatic relations between the United States and the Kingdom of Morocco. It is now officially called the Tangier American Legation Institute for Moroccan Studies, and is a cultural center, museum, and a research library, concentrating on Arabic language studies.Read more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 12:18 PM
☀️ 61 °F
Altitude: 118 ft
Morocco Tangier Point (historical)35.785419, -5.81062835°47’8” N 5°48’38” W
Museum—Tangier American Legation 1
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 61 °F
In 1777 Morocco was the first country to recognize American independence. In 1821 the Sultan of Morocco gave the US a building in the Médina of Tangier—the Legation. As America’s oldest diplomatic property, the Legation stands as the only US Historic Landmark overseas.
Today, the Legation houses TALIM , a museum outlining the history of Moroccoan-American diplomatic and cultural relations.Read more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 1:19 PM
☀️ 61 °F
Altitude: 30 ft
Morocco Oued Myhouha 35.771437, -5.785235°46’17” N 5°47’7” W
High Speed Train
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 61 °F
The trip from Tangier to Kenitra will take 50 minutes while the trip from Tangier to Rabat will take 80 minutes. Khlie revealed that the high speed train will eventually take 1 hour between Tangier and Rabat after work is completed on the rails between the two cities, allowing the train to travel at optimal speeds.Read more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 3:52 PM
☀️ 68 °F
Altitude: 171 ft
Morocco Tour Hassan 34.017692, -6.82786234°1’4” N 6°49’40” W
Le Diwan
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
Located in the heart of the imperial city, close to embassies and ministries, this hotel is perfect for exploring the typical quarters and monuments of Rabat, thus ensuring a unique and memorable experience for its guests. With its elegant yet understated facade, the Diwan, which is a member of the MGallery Collection, combines modern features and Moroccan touches to create a refined, chic and urban stay. The Diwan spirit is based on thoughtfulness, style and esthetic appeal.Read more
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 10:03 PM
46 °F
Altitude: 157 ft
Morocco Sāḩat al Waḩdah al Ifrīqīyah 34.017447, -6.82801734°1’3” N 6°49’41” W
Rabat
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 46 °F
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Day 7
Saturday, December 28, 2019
☀️ 63 °F
Altitude: 184 ft
Morocco Tour Hassan 34.018189, -6.83095834°1’5” N 6°49’51” W
Rabat
December 28, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 63 °F
Afternoon: Around 1pm, I head to the train station to catch a train that leaves around 2pm. The trip Tangier to Rabat takes a total of about an hour and a half. Upon arrival around 3:15pm, we drive overland for about a half hour to our hotel.

Rabat is the capital city of Morocco and the country's seventh largest city with an urban population of approximately 580,000 and a metropolitan population of over 1.2 million. Rabat is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, opposite Salé, the city's main commuter town.Read more
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Day 8
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 1:15 AM
50 °F
Altitude: 154 ft
Morocco Masjid Ahl Fās 34.006992, -6.83242234°0’25” N 6°49’57” W
Touarga
December 29, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ 50 °F
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Day 8
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 10:04 AM
☀️ 54 °F
Altitude: 171 ft
Morocco Les Ministères 34.017029, -6.82879234°1’1” N 6°49’44” W
Minature set
December 29, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
The legation building houses a museum, and some of the most impressive pieces were donated by the late Malcolm Forbes, who had a home in Tangier. He donated hundreds of hand-carved miniature soldiers set up in two famous Moroccan historical battles.Read more
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Day 8
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 10:05 AM
☀️ 54 °F
Altitude: 184 ft
Morocco Les Ministères 34.01635, -6.83005234°0’59” N 6°49’48” W
Jewish Wedding Dresses
December 29, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
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Day 8
Sunday, December 29, 2019 at 10:11 AM
☀️ 54 °F
Altitude: 174 ft
Morocco Rabat 34.007919, -6.83241734°0’29” N 6°49’57” W
Rabat Royal Palace
December 29, 2019 in Morocco ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
Dâr-al-Makhzen is the primary and official residence of the king of Morocco. It is situated in the Touarga commune of Rabat, the national capital. Its official name is the El Mechouar Essaid Palace, which means the venue of happiness palace.Read more
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