Portuguese male visiting Morroco alone in 20 September 2006. Any good advice?

Question

Hi, i'm a 30 years old portuguese male and i plan to visit Morroco in 20 September of 2006 by foot and other transports till the end of October (1 month and a half). I never visited Morroco before. I want to try a new culture... i also want to make the ramadam while visiting the country (start from the north moutains to the south, and then up to the north again by the coast). I'll be very pleased to have some good advices of what dificulties i will probably find, and i would also like to know wich goods would be important to take to Morroco to give to poor people or childrens (like coloured pens, shirts, ...). I thinks it's also important to tell that i'm vegetarian (not vega... i still eat some fish, and of course lots of vegetables :) ). Thanks in advance to everyone who helps me.

Answer 1

Wow one month is a long time, i stayed for a week 2 years go. I would say be careful of who you let guide you around, they "forget" to tell you they want to be paid for their help. i would say also be careful of what and when you gives things out to the children, they tend to follow you around if they know you are giving things out, unless you have enough things for everyone around, well just be prepared. you will have lots of fun the Moroccan people were very nice to me, food is cheap you will have no problem eating veggies, rice, etc... places to stay are not hard to find, if you get a Moroccan guide book it has address of places to stay!! good luck, have tons of fun!!

Answer 2

Finding a good place to spend the night would be a challenge unless you plan ahead...

T-shirts, candy is a good giveaway to kids...

Food is cheap and mostly suitable for anyone's consuption

Do not eat or drink in public during the fasting hours of Ramadan...

Answer 3

I even have been there 2 cases. that's a outstanding united states of america,crammed with unique web content. the hospitality is outstanding. that part of twelve months is ideal. yet, it does quiet down at evening. and many of the residences are cool interior. so, perchance convey long sleeve tees,denims,tennis footwear(they do a great style of walking) sweaters for evenings. so, your boyfriend is a Moroccan. be careful that he does no longer pursue you for an American visa. it rather is prevalent to take place with a number of those men. yet, of direction there are the others who love you til loss of existence.

Answer 4

it is a great country..I went there alone two years ago and I visit Casablanca and Tangier... what can I say...those were some of the best days in my life and I saw a lot of places before... great mixture of Islam, Mediterranean, a bit of France and west Europe...
great tee, good food,cheep souvenirs, nice and warm people ....
enjoy and all the best....

Answer 5

Morocco is a constitutional monarchy with a Parliament and an independent judiciary; however, ultimate authority rests with the king. The population is estimated at 32.7 million. While Morocco has a developing economy, modern tourist facilities and means of transportation are widely available, but may vary in quality depending on price and location.

The sparsely settled Western Sahara was long the site of armed conflict between government forces and the Polisario Front, which had demanded independence. A cease-fire has been in effect since 1991 in the U.N.-administered area. There are thousands of unexploded mines in the Western Sahara and in areas of Mauritania adjacent to the Western Sahara border. Exploding mines are occasionally reported, and they have caused death and injury. Travel to the Western Sahara remains restricted; persons planning to travel to the region should obtain information on clearance requirements from the Moroccan Embassy.

The threat level for crime in Morocco is considered to be high. Crimes including aggressive panhandling pick pocketing, purse snatching, theft from vehicles and harassment of women are reported most frequently. They are more likely to occur in crowded market areas, transportation centers, parks and beaches. Additionally, criminals have brandished weapons, primarily knives, during some street robberies. These have generally occurred at night in either isolated places or areas less frequented by visitors. It is always best to have a travel companion and utilize taxis from point to point, particularly at night and when moving about unfamiliar areas. Most criminals look for opportunities to steal by stealth rather than confrontation but, as stated, there are exceptions.

Women walking alone in certain areas of cities and rural areas are particularly vulnerable to harassment from men. Women are advised to travel with a companion or in a group when possible and to ignore any harassment. Responding to verbal harassment can escalate the situation. The best course of action is generally not to respond or make eye contact with the harasser.

Joggers should be mindful of traffic and remain in more heavily populated areas. It is always best to have a jogging companion and avoid nighttime and isolated areas.

Taxis and trains in Morocco are generally crime-free, though city buses are not considered safe. Avoid carrying large sums of cash and be particularly alert when utilizing ATM machines.

Adequate medical care is available in Morocco’s largest cities, particularly in Rabat and Casablanca, although not all facilities meet high-quality standards. Specialized care or treatment may not be available.

Secondary routes in rural areas are often narrow and poorly paved. Roads through the Rif and Atlas mountains are steep, narrow, windy, and dangerous. Maximum caution should be exercised when driving in the mountains. Pedestrians, scooters, and animal-drawn conveyances are common on all roadways, including the freeways, and driving at night should be avoided, if possible. During the rainy season (November - March) flash flooding is frequent and sometimes severe, washing away roads and vehicles in rural areas. Often Moroccan police officers pull over drivers for inspection within the city and on highways. In the event of a traffic accident, including accidents involving injuries, the parties are required to remain at the scene and not move their vehicles until the police have arrived and documented all necessary information. The police emergency services telephone number is 190.

While public buses and taxis are inexpensive, drivers typically exhibit poor driving habits, and the buses are frequently overcrowded. The train system has a good safety record. Trains, while sometimes crowded, are comfortable and generally on time.

Islam is the state religion of Morocco. The Moroccan government does not interfere with public worship by the country’s Jewish minority or by expatriate Christians. However, while Christians are allowed to practice their faith, some activities, such as proselytizing or encouraging conversion to the Christian faith -- both considered to be legally incompatible with Islam -- are prohibited.

Although rare, security personnel in Morocco may at times place foreign visitors under surveillance. Taking photographs of anything that could be perceived as being of military or security interest may result in problems with authorities. As a general rule, travelers should not photograph diplomatic missions, government buildings or other sensitive facilities and, when in doubt, they should ask for permission from the appropriate Moroccan authorities.

Answer 6

tanx for helping us , if u are vegetarian that wouldnt be a big prob we cookmany vegetrian food , come to marackech then agadir then casa .... enjoy ur time.

Answer 7

you are a good person,
i don't know an answer to your question
but i wish you the best
God help you

Answer 8

find a chick

Answer 9

just relax and enjoy