My visit to Morocco was unforgettable to say the least. Having gone there after traveling throughout Europe for a month, it was the first time I had really felt culture shock and it started right when I crossed the border. It's easy to get caught up in wanting to ride a camel, shopping in the grand markets, and admiring the beautiful architecture, but Morocco can be dangerous so be sure to read this guide for some advice!
HOW TO STAY SAFE IN MOROCCO:
1. Don't wear flashy jewelry- This is common in most places you will travel. Fancy jewelry shows wealth and of course that means people will be more tempted to steal from you. Also, Morocco is a country where a lot of bargaining happens, so you don't want to be wearing a symbol of wealth while trying to lower the prices of items.
2. Don't walk alone- Females attract a lot of unwanted attention so never walk alone! And if you have to walk alone, do not carry any valuables on you!
3. Dress conservatively- Cover your knees and shoulders. Morocco is a Muslim country which is why the locals dress conservatively. Also, most sacred places won't let you in if certain parts of your body aren't covered. Plus this will also help with unwanted male attention.
4. Watch out for those sneaky pickpocket people- There are lots of stories of people getting their personals stolen like passports and wallets. This is basically a general rule for everywhere you go, to always keep an eye on all your belongings, especially in crowded areas.
IMPORTANT..... I've heard many stories of people experiencing some form of harrassment while traveling to Morocco. During my trip I was wandering the streets and was spanked on the butt and grabbed at. Also, in Tangier locals were always coming up to my friends and me and persisting we buy something from them. There was so much chaos that I was very overwhelmed. HOWEVER, I traveled there with a group of people and we had tour guides everywhere we went. This helped a great deal!
NOTE: Despite all of the negatives I mentioned above, I absoltely loved Morocco and would love to visit again. Also, not all Moroccan cities are like this. For example, in Chefchaouen I experienced very kind people who welcomed us to their country with open arms and I remember thinking how nice everyone was. Also the markets were not as chaotic which was less stressful.
As-salamu alaikum, or as some of us say, Hello! My visit to Morocco was unforgettable to say the least. Having gone there after trav...
