• Introduction
• 1. Florence
• 2. Great Smoky Mountains
• 3. Marrakesh
• 4. Munich
• 5. Napa Valley
• 6. New England
• 7. New York City
• 8. Provence
• 9. San Francisco
• 10. Shanghai

Marrakesh

Exotic, enticing, red-washed Marrakesh (also known as Marrakech) is spectacular come fall, when the red-hot summer heat dissipates and the markets overflow with fresh produce grown on the slopes of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains that loom in the distance. While the Moroccan city’s colorful souks, palatial olive groves, bustling central square, and stunning Mosques and palaces are a delight to explore year round, early fall is our preferred time to visit, as the city heat is bearable, hiking is still possible in the nearby mountains, and the weather remains warm enough for a quick seaside getaway to the nearby coastal resort town of Essaouira. Note that while Ramadan, which runs from August 21 through September 19 in 2009, translates to holiday discounts, it can be uncomfortable for non-observant travelers as it is illegal to drink, smoke, or eat in public until the “break fast” (iftar) ceremony. Some restaurants operate during the day behind curtains or tinted windows. 

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