Bargain Package Holidays to Marrakech
Summary
The North African country of Morocco is the destination for exotic holidays in Marrakech. The climate of this beautiful city is Mediterranean, with warm waters and white beaches, the temperatures stay warm all year round. The name Marrakech has French origins, meaning ‘immense beauty’, and it is clear to see why on first impressions. Marrakech holidays have an incredible ambiance particularly in the old city, where ornate mosques and mediaeval architecture set the stage for the many street performers. Quaint alleyways guide the way to the famous Marrakech marketplace, filled with souks selling colourful local crafts and leather goods. Last minute holidays to Marrakech are fabulous for an exotic getaway, just a short flight from most UK airports, the location and the climate is perfect.
Getting there and getting around
Flights to Marrakech into Menara airport are only 3 miles out of the city and are available pre-packaged with low-cost carriers such as easyjet. Charter airlines tend to fly into Agadir, the transfer time is slightly longer, however more flights travel here and create more cheap holidays to Marrakech. The duration of Marrakech flights is approximately 4 ½ hours from UK airports. Once in the city the best way to get around is on foot, go exploring in the souks and the intertwining streets to uncover craft stalls and exciting hidden away secrets. Horse drawn carriages are another great way to discover Marrakech.
Things to do
Holidays to Marrakech are so exciting the overwhelming sense of creativity among the local people amazes travellers from all over the world. The magical city of Marrakech offers much to see and do throughout your stay. Take trips to visit the snow capped mountain range of high Atlas just 30km south of the city. Visit the green oasis of Ourika, the lush streams and waterfalls are perfect for cooling down in the hot African sun. One of the main highlights for a visitor to the magnificent City of Marrakech is the souks, huge marketplaces selling everything you can imagine. A carnival atmosphere exists in Marrakech, with brilliant street performers, snake charmers, fire-eaters, potions and lotions. Package holidays to Marrakech are great for families, children will be sure to love the street performers and amazing magic tricks, but to escape the city hustle and bustle visit the fun aquatic park, Oasiria. Fantastic wave pools, water toboggan runs, pirate ship and thrilling slides are sure to create fun and laughter with the whole family, especially with a free shuttle service from the city. Djemma El Fna has a fabulous mediaeval history, it was where the criminals of the city were once executed and their heads were put on stakes for all to see. Sightseeing is remarkable on Marrakech holidays, view the medieval red clay buildings, which gave the city the nickname ‘the red city’.
Food and drink
Discover the delightful colours, tastes and flavours of Marrakech holidays. The central square, Djemaa el Fna is a food hall fit for a king, the choice is enormous. Wonderful foods from soups and tasty couscous, to stewed snails and lots of meats are served and sold from the souk. Roof top cafes are brilliant in the old city for a romantic evening under the starry skies. For more upmarket cosmopolitan dining, Gueliz is perfect for French cafes and many of the city’s bars. The cuisine is very much a way of life in the Moroccan culture meal times have a lively atmosphere, providing an exciting experience for all who visit.