Morocco Travel Budget
By: Andre
Vankets
Below is a list of Morocco's top destinations, click on the
link to view all details and tours.
Casablanca, High
Atlas, Marrakech, Todra Gorge, Valley of the Kasbahs
Fast
Facts
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Dialing
Code
212
Airports
Morocco airports include the
following:
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport
Tangier Boukhalef Souahel International Airport
Fes
International Airport
Rabat-Sal, International Airport
Birdlife
Morocco birdlife is fairly diverse, with an
estimated 46 Important Bird Areas IBA's) across the country's
various habitats. Bird habitats include key fresh water wetlands
as well as coastal wetlands, with a number of covered ecosystems
ranging from shrub to woodlands, marshes, deserts and forest
areas. With a range of beautiful birding areas and a fascinating
culture, Morocco remains one of the most popular bird watching
areas in Africa.
Conservation
With a number of
wildlife and bird species facing extinction, and a high
deforestation and desertification rate, with additional problems
such as land abuse and over-grazing, Morocco conservation is key
to preserving the precious ecosystems within the country. A
number of efforts are in place to try and address the country's
conservation problems however.
Culture
Morocco
culture influences include:
Literature plays a key role in
history and tradition
Food is an important social
pastime
Fabric and clothing are part of the country's
cultural identity
Art plays a vital role in past and current
cultures
Film is a fairly new but thriving culture
form
Health
Morocco health care is typically third
world, despite the larger cities having fairly adequate
facilities many towns do not have high hygiene levels and disease
is fairly common in some of the smaller towns. To ensure that you
stay healthy and safe, ensure that you follow basic precautions,
and keep vitamins plus a first aid box on hand on your
travels.
AIDS
Morocco has a fairly low AIDS rate,
with approximately 21,000 adults living with HIV/AIDS by the end
of 2007 at a rate of 1.0%. As a very conservative Muslim country,
sex outside marriage is seen as a criminal offense, which could
play a significant part in the low AIDS rate.
Vaccinations
The following Morocco inoculations are
required:
Diphtheria
Hepatitis A
Rabies
Tetanus
Typhoid
Languages
Moroccan languages
include:
Moroccan Arabic (official language)
Hassaniyya
Arabic
Standard Arabic
Spanish
Tachelhit
Money
Morocco money and banking info includes the
following:
Moroccan Dirhams can only be obtained in Morocco,
usually through ATMs
Banking hours are Monday-Thursday from
08h30-12h30 and 15h00-18h30 and Friday from 08h30-1200 and
15h00-18h30
Dollars, Pounds and Euros are cheapest and
easiest to exchange
Credit cards are accepted in the larger
hotels, restaurants and shops
ATMs are widely available and
often accept foreign cards such as Visa
Phrase
Useful
Moroccan Arabic phrases include:
Thank you - Choukran
Good bye - B slema
Good morning - Sabba elkir
How are
you? - La bas?
How much - Shahal taman?
Plants
Morocco plant life varies, with trees such as juniper, pine,
cedar and oak, to dry shrub and grasslands with sparse desert
areas in between. Wetland areas contain marsh vegetation, and
there are also a number of palms to be found throughout the
country. With a varied climate, Morocco's plant life is mostly
fast growing and strong, although the country also faces problems
from deforestation and desertification.
People
Morocco people includes the following groups:
Arab-Berber
99.1%
Other 0.7%
Jewish 0.2%
Safety Tips
Morocco safety tips include the following:
Avoid large
crowds or protests that could turn violent
There is a fairly
large terrorist threat in Morocco so be on guard at all times
Road safety is a big concern and accidents are common
The
crime rate is fairly low but is growing ' especially in busy
cities
Do not walk around alone after dark and keep all
valuables safe and out of sight when walking in the
daytime
Religion
Morocco religion includes the
following groups:
Islam 99.7%
Christianity 0.3%
Baha'i 0.1%
Judaism <0.1%
Transport
Morocco
local transport options include:
Bus
Car
Train
Taxi
Travel Books
Morocco travel books include:
Morocco Lonely Planet Country Guide by Paul Clammer
Morocco
Eyewitness Travel Guide by DK Publishing
The Rough Guide to
Morocco by Mark Ellingham, Daniel Jacobs, Hamish Brown, and Shaun
McVeigh
Culture Shock! Morocco: A Survival Guide to Customs
and Etiquette by Orin Hargraves
Frommer's Morocco by Darren
Humphrys
Visa Requirements
Visa information for
Morocco includes the following:
Passports must be valid for
6 months
Many countries to not need a visa to enter, speak
to your travel agent or local embassy to find out which countries
require visas
Tourists can stay in the country for up to 3
months
Visa requirements can change at any time
Proof
of funds as well as return tickets are often needed for visa
acceptance
Wildlife
Morocco wildlife is varied,
however many species face extinction, with a number of species
already extinct. There are about 18 highly endangered mammal
species as well as a small number of endangered reptiles. Despite
this, Morocco has a range of beautiful national parks where a
wide range of species can be seen, including rare monkeys, oryx,
jackals and many other species.
What To Pack
What to
pack for Morocco safaris:
Lightweight, loose, long-sleeved
clothing
Long skirts and t-shirts covering shoulders for
women
Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Swimming costume
and snorkel gear for beach visits
Camera, spare film or
memory and extra batteries
What To Buy
What to buy
for Morocco safaris:
Morocco travel guide and language
book
Good sized backpack plus a decent moneybag
First
aid box with basic supplies and equipment
Sleeping bag if
you are on an overland trip
Plug adapter for US and UK
visitors
When To Go
When to go to Morocco:
The
peak tourist season in Morocco is July and August
Winter
months run from November to March
The best times are the
months before or after peak season
July and August are the
hottest months
Many businesses and restaurants close during
Ramadan
2010 World Cup
Morocco 2010 statistics
include:
Morocco were the first African team to win a group
in the World Cup
Morocco's national team are known as the
Lions of the Atlas
Morocco won the African Nations Cup in
1976
The team have not qualified for World Cup games in
recent years
The head coach is Roger Lemerre from France
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