Destinations

Thinking of buying a Moroccan rug? Learn about the materials, dyes, and patterns that affect the price of a rug and a few tips on bargaining. We also tell you a couple of places to shop to avoid the high pressure sales pitch. On our tour through the Moroccan desert, we stopped at the local rug cooperative in Tinghir to learn more about Berber culture and rug making. The local Berber ladies use their skills making traditional Berber rugs as … Read More

One of the most amazing days of our Morocco itinerary was the day we spent in a traditional Berber village learning about Berber culture. The opportunity to eat traditional couscous, lamb tagine and learn about the lives of the Berber people in the village firsthand is an experience we will never forget. Greeted by the smell of smoke from the fire and Hanu, Abdul’s mother, a small wisp of a lady that looks very capable, we are made to feel … Read More