This week on Wandering West Africa I arrive in the Central African Republic, visit the top sights of Bangui, fly to Niger with a layover in Casablanca and visit the top sights of Niamey. Central African Republic Arriving in the morning I was definitely a bit nervous. Bangui has been struggling with violence for years and … Continue reading Central African Republic and Niger
This week on Wandering West Africa I visit the top sights of Lagos, Nigeria, take a trip to N’Djamena, Chad through Morocco and visit the main sights of N’Djamena. Nigeria Immigration Coming from Cape Verde, via Morocco, I arrived in Lagos in the early morning. Nigeria was a big accomplishment for me, because I had … Continue reading Nigeria and Chad
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria A review of Art Palace & Spa for a single night stay during a stay in Casablanca, Morocco. Highlights Spacious, beautifully decorated, and laid out suites. Friendly bilingual staff. Central downtown location. Experience The Art Palace & Spa is a centrally located five star hotel … Continue reading Experience: Art Palace & Spa Casablanca
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria Arriving in Casablanca and spending a day to tour the city with stops at Hassan II Mosque, the Old Medina, Habous, La Corniche, and the Morocco Mall. To spend a day exploring Casablanca, we had to start off early from Fez. Catching a 5:10 a.m. … Continue reading Casablanca
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria A review of Riad Alya for a single night stay during a stay in Fez, Morocco. Highlights Opulent rooms and suites are an attraction in themselves. Courtesy friendly service and management. High terrace with incredible view over the old city. In house restaurant and spa … Continue reading Experience: Ryad Alya
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria Continuing the trip from Marrakech to Fez by train. Visiting the Mellah, Ibn Danan Synagogue, Dar el-Makhzen, Karaouine Mosque and University, Al-Attarine Madrasa, Nejjarine Museum, Chouwara Tanneries, Merenid Tombs, Borj Nord, and staying at two different riad accommodations. To get to Fez, we were recommended … Continue reading Fez
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria A review of Riad Zamzam for a two night stay during a stay in Marrakech, Morocco. Highlights Chic and luxurious rooms featuring traditional Moroccan designs. Excellent service to insure the best stay possible. Great terrace overlooking the medina. Restaurant meals are created with daily fresh … Continue reading Experience: Riad Zamzam Marrakech
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria Arriving in Morocco and spending two days in Marrakech with visits to Saadian Tombs, Jemaa el-Fnaa, the Souk, Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, and experiencing a hammam at La Sultana, a cooking class at La Maison Arabe, a belly dancing show at Dar Essalam, and staying … Continue reading Marrakech
Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria Planning and Itinerary of a trip through the north of Africa with a layover in Portugal. Through the grapevine I found out an old friend was planning a trip to Morocco. Why not? I asked myself. I have yet to travel to the countries in … Continue reading Atlas North: A Tour through Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria