Currency

The Moroccan currency is the Dirham (MAD). One Euro is about 11 Dirham. In almost all cities, it is possible to get cash with your MasterCard (you can get an authorization to withdraw money abroad in the bank at home). You can change money at airports, banks, post offices, exchange offices… In many hotels, restaurants and shops you can pay with Visa and MasterCard.

Climate

The climate of Morocco varies from region to region, and it depends on the season you are travelling in. The North and the Middle Atlas have a Mediterranean climate: hot, humid winters and hot, dry summers. The South has a dry and warm climate almost all year round. There are temperature differences between day and night by about 18 degrees. In general, the summer is pleasant at the coast and in the mountains. The winters are cold and damp (rain and snow).

Gastronomy 

The Moroccan cuisine is often considered as one of the most delicious cuisines in the world. It is a varied cuisine, which was influenced by the Arabs, Berbers, Jews and Africans. There are numerous traditional dishes based on meat or fish and fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs such as tajine, couscous, pastilla, skewer, harira (soup) and fresh salads.

The national drink in Morocco undoubtedly is the sweet tea, based on green tea with fresh mint leaves. Alcohol is allowed and can be bought in supermarkets and in some hotels.

Visa and passport

For a stay in Morocco you don’t need a visa, but a passport that is valid until at least 6 months after the return. The maximum travel time is 3 months. For more information contact the Moroccan Embassy in your country.