Whether you’re planning a beach vacation, a sightseeing trip or an adventure holiday, you need look no further than Morocco!

Whatever type of holiday you’re looking for, this North African country is an ideal destination to choose.

It’s also perfect for a holiday property rental, as there is a good selection of self catering apartments, houses and villas in Morocco.

It’s not surprising why so many tourists visit this beautiful country every year. Some of the popular destinations include Agadir, Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, Tangier and Fes (Fez).

Agadir is in Southern Morocco and despite suffering an earthquake in 1960, it has been recreated into a modern city and has a beautiful long sandy beach. It also boasts plenty of sunshine, so it’s ideal for a lovely beach holiday.

Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco and has a number of places worth a visit during your holiday. For example, be sure to go to Hassan II Mosque and the Port of Casablanca.

Marrakech is also a good place to explore during your stay in Morocco. Check out the souks, visit the Marrakech Museum and take a stroll around the charming cobbled streets. While you are in Marrakech, you will also get the chance to see the amazing Atlas Mountains, which provide a magnificent backdrop to the city.

Rabat, meanwhile, is the capital of Morocco and is a good area to start your holiday. There is plenty to see in this city, too, such as the Archaeological Museum, Costume Museum, the Royal Palace, Natural Science Museum, Chellah Necropolis, Mohammed V Mausoleum and more!

Tangier is also worth a visit during your Moroccan vacation. There are some gorgeous beaches here, along with a number of attractions, including Forbes Museum, Dar el Makhzen (which houses a great collection of art from Morocco) and the Tangier American Legation Museum. Also look out for the Grand Socco, a busy square which is a popular meeting place and is a good spot to sit down at a caf? and just enjoy the local atmosphere.

The well preserved city of Fes (or Fez), Morocco’s oldest Imperial city, is brimming in history and culture and should definitely be on your list of places to visit in Morocco. Take a stroll around the maze of ancient alleyways and souks and soak up the sounds and smells of the city!

Morocco is a great country to do sightseeing and sunbathing! It’s also ideal for those planning an activity holiday too. The country offers some good opportunities to go trekking, which gives visitors the chance to enjoy some of Morocco’s amazing landscapes and sights while keeping fit. There are also many more outdoor activities that you can try your hand at here, including horse riding, fishing, a range of water sports and golf. What’s more, you can even go skiing in Morocco!

But whatever type of holiday you choose, you will want to sample some of the delicious Moroccan food during your self catering holiday. Whether you decide to eat out at a local restaurant or prefer to buy the ingredients at a local market and cook a meal at your holiday property rental, you will be well catered for.

This country is a great place to spend a holiday. Whether you simply want to spend some quality time sunbathing on the beach or if you’re planning to go trekking, you will have fun in Morocco.

Article by Karen Waller
Karen Waller is a destination rep for Self Property Rental, offering a wide selection of holiday rentals in Morocco!