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Posted by Daniella on May 7, 2012

Lake Lalla Takerkoust

The summer months are fast approaching and I am happy to turn my attention to the lakes of Morocco! Lake Lalla Takerkoust is a manmade lake built in the early 1930′s. It is approximately 35-40 minutes outside of Marrakech towards the Berber town of Amizmiz. The lake is peaceful and clean, surrounded by a handful of auberges, restaurants and kasbahs. Lalla...

Posted by Daniella on Apr 12, 2012

Ouzoud Waterfalls

Northeast of Marrakech lies a system of fertile valleys winding along the base of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Roads pass through these valleys through small villages splitting off north and south towards almond and olive orchards. At the end of one of these trails sits the village of Ouzoud. The village is no different than any of its neighboring towns with one...

Posted by Daniella on Apr 10, 2012

Third Annual Marrakech Airshow 2012

The Third Annual Marrakech Airshow took place Saturday April 7th from 10am to about 430pm. It was a beautiful day for it! The mountains were just visible in the distance, blue skies and a cool spring breeze made for a pleasant event. Spectators mingled, snapped photos and wandered through an impressive display of airplanes and helicopters. One of the most popular...

Posted by Daniella on Apr 4, 2012

Over the Ourika River

Along the Route d’Ourika the valley road for the most part winds high above the river bed. Along the few spots where the route drops into the valley countless restaurants abound, perfectly positioned along the edge of the river. The restaurants serve primarily traditional Moroccan Tagines but you may be able to find a grilled sandwich or skewers of...

Posted by Daniella on Mar 22, 2012

Celebrating Spring and Amaia Restaurant in Marrakech

I love Spring anywhere in the world and Marrakech is no exception. The weather has been a delicate balance of hot sun eased by cool breezes complimented by a fury of blossoms and flowers in bloom. The Orange-tree blossoms are my favorite and are filling the streets with their sweet perfume. Strawberries season has been incredible and walnuts are just getting...

Posted by Daniella on Mar 14, 2012

L’Olivier Ecomusée an Accessible stop on the Route De L’Ourika

On a dirt road off the Route de L’Ourika just after the Ourika Valley Tourist Center sits L’Olivier Ecomusée.The Musée is set at the front end of a beautiful olive grove with views of the snowcapped mountains in the distance. We were greeted by the friendly manager, Abdulla. He informed us the grove has 500 olive trees that produce around 6 tons of...

Posted by Daniella on Mar 9, 2012

Ourika Valley

The Ourika Valley is a lush river valley beginning 35 kilometers from Marrakech and stretching for approximately 25 kilometers into the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. The river valley twists slowly upward in both steep cuts and wide fertile beds where farmers plow patches of dark brown soil to grow grain and vegetables. Villages are filled with kasbah...

Posted by Daniella on Mar 5, 2012

Accessible Essaouira

Essaouira is located on the Atlantic coast about 3 hours west of Marrakech. Originally a Berber port the city has been visited by foreign invaders for thousands of years. The most recent influence was that of the Portuguese who took over the city in the 16th century giving it the name Mogador. You will find the word Mogador in many places around Essaouira. It is...

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Daniella Johnson. I am a registered nurse by trade and enthusiastic Marrakech ex-patriot by choice. I am the chief curator of the Morocco Accessible Travel blog and spend my days scouring the city of Marrakech (and from time to time other fantastic Moroccan locations) for accessible hotels, riads, cultural experiences, sites, activities and more. I hope you go away with quality information inspired to come, tour and explore! Have a question? I'd love to help!