Morocco

Best time to go

Mar–May & Sep–Nov (mild).

Currency

Dirham (MAD). Carry cash; haggle in souks.

Taste this

Tagine, couscous, pastilla & mint tea.

Stay safe

Safe; use official guides, ignore pushy 'helpers'.

Where to stay

Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Essaouira, Sahara tours.