- How to get from Essaouira to Safi: your travel options explained
With a choice of bus, self-drive or private transfer, there are a few options to travel between Essaouira and Safi. While the bus is the most common option, many travellers enjoy the freedom of self-driving…
- How to get from Casablanca to Essaouira: your travel options explained
With a choice of bus, car or private transfer, it’s easy to cover the 350km between Casablanca and Essaouira. Casablanca is the main international gateway to Morocco, especially for travellers arriving from outside of Europe….
- The BEST things to do in Casablanca and essential travel tips
From the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque to Art Deco architecture, lively souks, and seafront strolls, Casablanca is Morocco’s cosmopolitan heart. Here are the top things to do in this bustling city, whether you’re stopping over…
- Gnaoua Festival 2026: your ultimate guide to Essaouira’s music festival
Gnaoua Festival 2026 brings three days of music, culture, and spiritual energy to the heart of Essaouira. Here’s what to expect this summer. Essaouira might usually be best known for laid-back vibes and tranquillity but,…
- Visiting Essaouira during Ramadan 2026: everything you need to know
The Holy Month of Ramadan is a time of great religious significance for Muslims, and involves fasting from dusk until dawn (this means no food or drink, including water). Many local businesses close during this…
- Visiting Essaouira in March: what to expect
March in Essaouira brings warmer temperatures as we move out of winter, often nudging over 20°C (68°F) and the city enjoys more sunshine. However, visitors should be aware that March 2026 coincides partly with Ramadan….
- Essaouira in January: a winter getaway
January in Essaouira offers mild winter weather, with cool breezes and day time temperatures around 19°C (66°F). It’s a quiet, off-season time to visit and promises a refreshing start to the year. What better way…
- Essaouira in November: is it a good time to visit?
In November, Essaouira provides and extra doses of Vitamin D for northern Europeans and a quieter time to explore. Average daily temperatures drop to a still very pleasing 22°C/71°F, although a light jacket for the…