Morocco

When you think of Marrakech, images of burnt orange spices and heat conjure up an exotic and exciting atmosphere, so imagine what it must be …

The most incredible depiction of Marrakech, and the biggest draw, is the night markets of Jemaa El-Fna Square. From snake charmers, to monkey handlers, to wandering tortoises, …

The guy in the fez was getting aggressive and, more worryingly, so was his monkey. I’d just snapped my boyfriend standing next to him awkwardly …

Fez had enough souks to get the Marrakesh experience, but without the frantic selling techniques of the capital. The mint tea was the best here …

Snake charmers, monkey handlers, tortoises, teeth pullers, henna tattooists – and that’s just the main square Djamaa El Fna. I’ve always wanted to explore the souks …

Off to Morocco today! We just had to manoeuvre the complicated bus network that had so far eluded us first. And yes, we almost failed …