Essaouira, Morocco’s main surfing town, offers ideal conditions for beginner surfers. In this guide, we share what to expect from a local surf school and our own experience learning to surf in Morocco. The Atlantic waves rolling onto the shallow shoreline of Essaouira beach mean that the picturesque port town of Essaouira is one the…
If you are travelling around Morocco, the windswept beaches of Essaouira are a breath of fresh air after the congestion and mayhem of Marrakech or Casablanca. Essaouira’s main beach is perfect for a long walk along the corniche (the promenade), or a sun downer after a surf lesson, and the beach to the north of…
Desperate for a change from vegetarian tagines and veggie pizzas on your Moroccan travels? With the variety of restaurants in Essaouira, you may be wondering if this is the town to diversify your diet. Well you’ll be pleased to hear that you don’t need to make a beeline for bustling Marrakech for your fix of…
Living the digital nomad Morocco lifestyle offers a unique blend of culture, cost, and connectivity. This article shares our personal experience, with a focus on remote working in Essaouira. With the boom in remote working over the past decade, digital nomads are turning to Morocco, especially those working for UK businesses due to the convenience…
With the summer crowds gone, continued warm temperatures hovering around 26°C/78°F, and the promise of a drop in wind , September is one of the best months to visit Essaouira. September is one of the best months to visit Essaouira. This beautiful coastal town has regained its peaceful status after the hustle and bustle of…
With steady trade winds, wide sandy beaches, and a buzzing surf culture, kitesurfing in Essaouira is a must for thrill-seekers. Here’s what to expect on (and off) the water. Considering Essaouira has been coined, the ‘Windy City of Africa’, it’s no surprise that this Moroccan town, perched on the Atlantic coast and boasting a long…
August is Essaouira is peak season for both international and domestic tourists and the city is busy. Accommodations get booked up quickly and you need make dinner reservations at upmarket/tourist restaurants. The winds are very strong throughout August, but they will be very welcome if you’ve been travelling inland in Morocco. In August, inland temperatures…
There’s more to Diabat than Jimi Hendrix and castles made of sand. This dusty little village near Essaouira has a quiet charm and a handful of laid-back things to see and do—perfect for a slow afternoon away from the medina. Four kilometres south of Essaouira’s medina is the dusty, sleepy village of Diabat, which enjoys…
Essaouira has something to offer visitors throughout the year but the best time to visit is September and October, when the crowds and wind have died down, but the weather, beach and medina are still at their most appealing. Thanks to its location on the Atlantic coast, Essaouira doesn’t experience the extreme temperatures of other…
Do you only have 2 days to spend in Essaouira? Here we provide a comprehensive 2 days in Essaouira itinerary for you to follow so that you can get the most out of your visit; perfect for a weekend in Essaouira. And if you’re looking for a 3 day Essaouira itinerary, we have provided options…