Marrakech, Morocco
Itinerary: Shop the labyrinthine souks, visit Yves Saint Laurent’s Majorelle Garden, experience a traditional hammam and visit the main square, Djemaa el Fna, at dusk, when it becomes a fairy tale of twinkling lights, snake charmers, orange sellers and food stalls whose aromatic smoke fills the air. A recent multimillion-dollar revamp has transformed historic la mamounia hotel into a dream palace of lavish decoration, fragrant gardens and rooms with views over the Atlas Mountains.
Prep: Take an empty suitcase, and stock up on authentic Moroccan handicrafts and clothing at the colorful market stalls that fill the medina. If you’d prefer a guide’s expertise to navigating solo, try the reputable Heritage Tours.
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