Episodes

March 15, 2025

What Travel in Morocco Was Like in 1989, with Cathy Nesbitt

This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: " What Travel in Morocco Was Like in 1989 " ---- World traveller Cathy Nesbitt joins Azdean on today's episode with a special story of...

March 1, 2025

How do Moroccans Celebrate Ramadan?

This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: How do Moroccans Celebrate Ramadan? ---- Ramadan in 2025 starts on the evening of Friday, February 28th and goes until Saturday, March...

Feb. 15, 2025

Buy a Moroccan Rug, and Enjoy the Experience!

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Buy a Moroccan Rug and Support the Work of Local Women" Today's episode features the Akhnif Lglaoui Carpet Co-Operative, l...

Feb. 1, 2025

Exploring Hiking & Berber Culture in Telouet, the High Atlas mountains of Morocco

We recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Exploring Hiking & Berber Culture in Telouet, the High Atlas mountains of Morocco" Combine outstanding hiking and trekking...

Jan. 15, 2025

Travel to Morocco in 2025: Travel Highlights to Help Your Planning - EP. 77

This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: " Travel to Morocco in 2025: Travel Highlights to Help Your Planning " Or stay here for the audio version - your choice! --- Morocco had a ba...

Jan. 1, 2025

Visiting Morocco in January, February and March (replay)

Palm trees and snow? T-shirts in the afternoon, winter coats in the evening? This is Morocco in winter, and it's a fun time to explore! As we head into 2025, if you are thinking of putting together a quick winter trip to Moro...

Dec. 15, 2024

Live Street Food Tour of Marrakech

Come with us and discover some of Morocco's amazing local food, direct from the source in this dynamic live-recorded walking tour of the food stalls in Marrakech. Azdean is joined by local food guide Ahmed, who takes us throu...

Dec. 1, 2024

"The Amazigh Chronicles" - Understanding the Amazigh Language and Flag (Part 4)

We continue our series on the history of the Amazigh (Berber) people, with part four of the conversation between Azdean, co-host Sam and our researcher, Hiba. In this episode, we delve into the Amazigh language, its importanc...

Nov. 15, 2024

All About Riads: Why staying in Morocco's unique accommodation is a must for your trip (replay)

Riads are a wonderful way to experience Morocco, and we highly recommend you include them in your itinerary as much as possible. This episode is a replay of a popular episode devoted to riads, and talks about what exactly are...

Nov. 1, 2024

Travel Agents' Special! How to talk about Morocco to your clients

This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: " Travel Agents' Special! How to talk about Morocco to your clients " Or stay here for the audio version - your choice! --- We take a behind-...

Oct. 15, 2024

From Capitals to Afterthoughts and Back Again: The Stories of Meknes & Volubilis (live walking tour)

Today we visit the imperial city of Meknes, which has a prominent place in Morocco's history and culture, particularly as it relates to the Alaouite Dynasty, who continue to reign as the ruling family of Morocco today. In the...

Oct. 1, 2024

"The Amazigh Chronicles" - The Ancient Amazigh Civilization and Their Contribution to History (Part 3)

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? We return to our series on the history of the Amazigh (Berber) people, with part three of the conversation between Azdean, co-host Sam and our researcher, Hiba. Our first...

Sept. 15, 2024

Exploring Unique Moroccan Cultural Experiences

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: " What Are Some of Morocco's Unique Cultural Experiences? " Or stay here for the audio...

Sept. 8, 2024

Discover Morocco's Amazing Selection of Luxury Accommodation. Live Q&A

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This is a replay of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, September 6, "Discover Morocco's Amazing Selection of Luxury Accommodation." Watch the full episode on our YouTube c...

Sept. 1, 2024

Introduction to Rabat & Tangier

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Support the podcast with our new Subscriber link! Destination Morocco + -- Today we have a two-part episode with some excerpts of audio recordings on location from Azdean...

Aug. 15, 2024

A Visit to Chefchaouen, the Blue City

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? Support the podcast with our new Subscriber link! Destination Morocco + -- Azdean sits down on location with local guide Hamid to learn about the history of Chefchaouen, ...

Aug. 1, 2024

Just how easy is it to travel to, and around, Morocco?

Send us a message, what did you think of this episode? This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: Just how easy is it to travel to, and around, Morocco? or stay here for the audio vers...

July 15, 2024

How Discount Tours in Morocco End Up Costing You 3X More (Or Worse)

This episode also has a video version on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: How Discount Tours in Morocco End Up Costing You 3X More (Or Worse) , or stay here for the audio version - your choice! -- Support the podcas...

July 6, 2024

Movies Filmed in Morocco (And How to Visit the Locations). Live Q&A

This is a replay of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, July 5, "Movies Filmed in Morocco (And How to Visit the Locations)." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularl...

July 1, 2024

Top Misconceptions about Morocco

In today's episode of Destination Morocco podcast, Azdean and Sam discuss common misconceptions about traveling to Morocco. They debunk myths related to the dress code, safety, LGBTQ+ community, and whether there's more to se...

June 12, 2024

Shopping in Morocco: Knowing What to Buy and How to Buy it! Live Q&A

This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, June 7, "Shopping in Morocco: What to Buy and How to Buy It." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for...

June 1, 2024

"The Best Way to Experience Morocco" - Seeing Morocco Your Way, with Dan & Cierra

Dan & Cierra McPherson travelled to Morocco with Destination Morocco and discovered far more than a generic tour experience. From secret stops to amazing cubbyhole restaurants, they received an authentic, unique exposure to M...

May 15, 2024

How to Recognize a Dangerous, Life-Altering Scam

We've talked about scams in Morocco a few times on the podcast, from one of our early episodes ( Scams! How to Understand and Avoid Them ) to one of our recent Live Q&A sessions, ( Latest Scams: Staying Safe While Traveling i...

May 8, 2024

Finding a Morocco Tour at an Affordable Price

This is an excerpt of the Live Q&A recording of Friday, May 8, "Finding a Morocco Tour at an Affordable Price." Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel for even more details and tourist ideas, and particularly for the v...