Morocco is a constitutional monarchy with King Mohammed VI in power since 1999. The monarchy comes with strong security and various branches of the royal family, military, tourism, and local police. Overall, Morocco is a safe country for tourists.

For women, it is wise to dress modestly. Avoid wearing clothes that are too short, slit, tight, or revealing. Literacy rates are below 50% for women, and unemployment is generally high. The current education system is still backward, backward, and conservative.

Morocco is a very masculine society. You will notice, especially in rural areas, that men run businesses and sit in cafes while women work at home or in the fields. Much of Morocco still lives in the countryside. Morocco is a liberal Muslim country but still conservative in some respects. You will see many mosques and tall rectangular minarets in every village, town, and city. The call to prayer can be heard 5 times a day, reminding Muslims to practice prayer. When you pass a mosque, be respectful. You can look inside, but don’t go inside. If you are praying, avoid taking pictures.

Most Moroccan women do not wear all black dresses and veils. They wear a long, colorful hooded robe, known as a djellaba, and a headscarf, or Western clothing. You’ll also see men in djellabas but in more subdued colors. Family is very important to Moroccans and in most cases is the main priority. Many families are large and include extended families. The main couple can have their own bedroom; otherwise, the whole family would sleep on sofas spread across the living room.

The greeting is very important. Always say ‘ Salam ‘ hello when you walk in and say goodbye when you leave. It’s considered rude if you don’t. Many Moroccans, especially in the countryside, don’t like being photographed, so ask for permission before doing so.

Islam is a widely practiced religion in Morocco. It is a monotheistic religion based on the revelation and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. This official religion dates back to the 7th century. Muslims believe that God revealed the holy book, the Quran, to Muhammad, thus supplementing the previous monotheistic beliefs of Judaism and Christianity.

Ramadan is the Muslim holy month in which all followers of Islam must abstain from eating, drinking, smoking, and having sex from sunrise to sunset. This observance is intended to purify the body and soul and to remind Muslims of the plight of the poor. The fast is broken after the sunset prayer. At this time, Muslims break their fast by praying and then having a “ftor” breakfast with their families. The Islamic calendar is the lunar calendar adopted by many Muslim countries. It is 11 days shorter than the solar-based Gregorian calendar. In Morocco, most things follow the Gregorian calendar.

The best time to travel to Morocco is whenever you get the chance! In fact, for the weather, the best time to visit the country is spring (March-early June). Otherwise, September and October also tend to be great (but not green) times

The busiest times of the year are during Easter week and the Christmas break (along with May and October). The first two weeks of June and November are another tourist time that isn’t as busy, but worth it. For all higher stages, we recommend organizing your personalized tour of Morocco at least three to six months in advance. During certain times of the year, it can be difficult to accommodate more last-minute requests, although we’ll try. And we also received inquiries about Ramadan trips to Morocco.

Do not hesitate to read our article about Ramadan in Morocco for more information about this travel period. While many may suggest avoiding travel during Ramadan, we offer a different perspective. For those looking for cultural immersion, Ramadan is a great opportunity!