Avoid These Cultural Gaffes When Traveling in Morocco

Destination Morocco Podcast

Hop down after the episode description for an update on our podcast schedule and our new donor link!
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You've heard that Morocco is a modern, plural, largely Westernized country and, well, that is largely true. Dress or behave, within reason, as you would in most of Europe or North America and you won't feel out of place at all.
But as always, there are exceptions, and this episode of our "travel fails" series draws attention to the places where modesty and propriety are expected. Tourists who pay attention to and respect these customs will in turn discover a wealth of hospitality and welcome.
Topics covered in today's conversation include:

• cultural awareness,
• appropriate clothing,
• respecting religious sites,
• photography etiquette,
• local customs,
• communication barriers,
• visa issues,
• avoiding currency exchange scams,
• shopping for souvenirs (and budget planning!),
• managing travel documents,
• and the importance of travel insurance.

When you're on a Destination Morocco tour, your knowledgeable guide is not just there to explain history or keep things on schedule, but also to make sure you're prepared and informed to avoid any potential faux-pas and sticky situations.
Even our Small Group Tours are small enough that you get that personal attention and assistance, while sharing the experience with new friends.

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As we head into a busy summer, our programming is adjusting to follow suit.
For starters, you can now join our monthly Live Q&A sessions on the first Friday of every month, at 1 pm Pacific/4 pm Eastern/10 pm Central Europe.
This means the next one is coming up this week, on Friday May 3rd! We'll be sharing more about how you can get a private tour experience without the expense, the best of both worlds, so bring your questions on logistics, practicalities, pricing and more.
Meanwhile, we'll be publishing two regular episodes per month, on the 1st and 15th, in addition to the replay of each Live Q&A.
If you enjoy our podcast and would like to support us, you can now easily do so on our new donation page. Thank you for your generosity! We'll continue to inspire your dreams and plans to see Morocco yourself and enjoy the country has to offer.
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Chapters

1. Avoid These Cultural Gaffes When Traveling in Morocco (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Cultural Awareness in Morocco (00:01:58)

3. Respecting Religious Sites in Morocco (00:05:19)

4. Understanding Local Customs and Traditions (00:07:50)

5. Photography Etiquette in Morocco (00:10:18)

6. Breaking Language Barriers: Communication Tips (00:16:22)

7. Avoiding Currency Exchange Scams (00:21:57)

8. Smart Souvenir Shopping in Morocco (00:28:46)

9. Visa and Passport Essentials for Morocco (00:34:41)

10. Protecting Your Trip with Travel Insurance (00:42:01)