Morocco
Transavia to Launch New Nantes-Essaouira Route in Summer 2025
The Dutch low-cost airline Transavia will launch a new route between France and Morocco as part of its summer 2025 program.
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Morocco
Moroccan Expats Seek Royal Intervention in Marrakech Real Estate Scandal
Many Moroccans and Moroccans residing abroad have been waiting for years to take possession of their apartments, the construction of which was entrusted to the promoter of the real estate project "El Ghali". They are requesting the intervention of King Mohammed VI.
Morocco
Marrakech Tourism Industry Protests German Booking Site's Practices
The owners of tourist transport, taxi drivers, as well as restaurateurs and operators of complexes in Marrakech and the Al Haouz region, who pay VAT and taxes, are up in arms against the German booking site Get Your Guide, whose services they criticize.
Morocco
Marrakech Tops French Travel Searches for Fall Getaways, Kayak Reports
Marrakech is the most sought-after destination by the French for autumn trips and the All Saints’ school holidays (October 19 to November 3), according to the ranking of a flight search engine.
Morocco
Moroccan Police Arrest Two Girls for Public Blasphemy Against Islam in Marrakech
The police arrested two young girls accused of desecrating the Quran on a street in Marrakech.
Morocco
Moroccan Expat Hospitalized After Road Rage Incident in Marrakech
A simple red light at an intersection in Marrakech degenerated into a violent altercation. A Moroccan residing abroad, stopped at the red light, found himself at the center of a dispute with an apparently very impatient motorcyclist.
Morocco
Morocco's Real Estate Market Rebounds, But Challenges Persist
In Morocco, real estate transactions have shown an upward trend since the beginning of the year. However, the sector remains confronted with the diversity of segments and the fragile balance between supply and demand.
Morocco
Morocco Awards $400 Million High-Speed Rail Contract to Chinese Firm Shandong Hi-Speed
The National Railway Office (ONCF) has just awarded the second civil engineering lot for the extension of the High-Speed Line between Casablanca and Marrakech to the Chinese company Shandong Hi-Speed for an amount of four billion dirhams.
Morocco
Historic 12th-Century Moroccan Mosque Rebuilt After Devastating 2023 Earthquake
In Morocco, the time has come to rebuild a great mosque from the 12th century that was destroyed by the powerful and devastating earthquake of September 8, 2023. A historic place of worship that served as a source of inspiration for the highly visited sacred sites of Marrakech and Seville.
Morocco
Moroccan Christian Group Condemns Ban on Same-Sex Wedding Near Marrakech
The Union of Moroccan Christians chaired by Adam Rabati criticizes the ban on a gay marriage between a Frenchman and a New Zealander in a hotel near Marrakech (Ourika).
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Brazilian Soccer Star Rafinha Alcântara Vacations in Marrakech, Explores Historic Sites
Marrakech continues to attract visitors from around the world, especially many celebrities and rising stars. The latest to arrive in the ochre city is a Brazilian international, a former Barça star.
Morocco
Egyptian Hotel Group Acquires Iconic Marrakech Resort Palmeraie
After the Club Sangho in Marrakech and the Palais des Roses in Agadir, the Egyptian Pickalbatros has just acquired the famous Palmeraie Resort complex in Marrakech.