The Moroccan Hammam: What It Is, What Actually Happens, and What to Expect
What actually happens in a Moroccan hammam — public vs. spa, what to wear, what to bring, etiquette, and tipping. An honest first-timer’s guide from 25 years on the ground.
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Denied Entry to Morocco Over a Damaged Passport
What counts as a damaged passport, why it can get you denied boarding or entry to Morocco, and how to protect your trip — a true story from one of our travelers.
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 9
9. Any advice you would give to someone thinking about starting a business… People ask me for business advice like I went to Harvard and…
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 8
This answer actually ties back to a question we got from a Canadian who was doing due diligence on SaharaTrek. He asked with 25+ years…
Rabat Isn’t the Next ‘Hidden Gem’ — Here’s What It Actually Is
A word about Rabat The BBC ran a piece in March titled Tourism in Morocco is booming – except here. The “here” is Rabat —…
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 6 & 7
Question 6 was repetitive, so I’ll save myself the time writing about it and you, dear reader, the time to read it. Fortunately, question 7…
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 5
As with life, change is the nature of business. It’s much like two lepers armwrestling. Just when you think you’ve got it together, it all…
Is Morocco Safe?
Morocco Travel & Safety • SaharaTrek Of Course We Think Morocco Is Safe. We’re Biased. Here’s What the Data Says. Every Morocco tour operator —…
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 4
This question caused a minor instance of PTSD. “You don’t know what you don’t know” suddenly made sense. I was a traveler, an adventurer at…
The Making of SaharaTrek, Part 3
The next question was a dull one. The stuff of spreadsheets, which I find a mind-numbing, dull necessity. It took some pretty creative writing to…