what should i be wary of as a single woman holidaying in morocco?

Question

Im going to agidir,didn't .realise it was a beach resort

Answer 1

I agree with all of the answers here. Ive been to most of the cities in morocco and have stayed in Agadir. Im also married to a moroccan man and found in Agadir that even you are married or with a man they will still try to talk to you or get you to go with them.The best thing to do is just ignore it. I was pre-warned about the 'beach boys'.you see them on the beach waiting for foreign women to come along and they pester you but again,ignoring them is the best way. As for how you dress,you will see the people in agadir are alot more westernised than alot of places in Morocco and some of the moroccan girls wear clothes that doesnt leave alot to the imagination. I found the most rude place to be Marrakech,when we were walking men would say to my husband,"ohhh your so lucky you have a western women" and they would look at me and nearly walk into a door because they were looking so much, Just be aware and enjoy your holiday. You will have a great time. Agadir is probably the best place for a single women travelling to morocco as the security is very high,you have police patrolling everywhere and alot of undercover police so you will be fine. Have a great time

Answer 2

Is it safe for a woman to travel alone in Morocco?
Traveling around Morocco as a single woman involves no greater risk than in most other countries in the world. However, any woman, particularly a tourist traveling alone, will be faced with some unwanted attention from Moroccan men. Here's a few tips on how to deal with that.

Don't respond
Moroccan men tend to hiss, whistle and make remarks at women, whether they are local women or foreigners. The thing to remember is that this is a habit pretty much like spitting on the floor. They don't expect you to actually respond, and would be quite taken aback if you did.

Moroccan women have developed a good strategy in response to all the "Ah, gazelle!" and other remarks made at them. They simply look into the distance, nose up high and walk on. This "camel look" is the reaction men will expect from you. Stick to it, no matter how fed up you are with all their attention.

Dress discreetly
Morocco is an islamic culture. The role of women is in the background. You don't have to agree with that, but if you want to enjoy your holiday, you'd better adapt to it.

Mini skirts, short pants, tank tops and tight shirts will definitely attract a lot more attention than you would feel comfortable with. Don't wear them in the streets. Long and loose fitting clothes will shield you from a lot of hassles - and from the Moroccan heat.

There is no need to overdo your dress code. It is unnecessary to wear a scarve or a veil.

Answer 3

I went to Morocco last year. The Moroccans are absolutely fine, yes you will get attention, but they accept it when you say no.

There is no real risk for a woman alone, even at night. However, staying in Agadir, you would probably get more problems from the foreign tourist when they are drunk!!

Obviously as it is a Muslim country, don't flaunt it, especially if you are visiting any religious sites, you have to cover your hair, arms, legs etc, but they are very tolerant of us foreigners.

Answer 4

Well I just spent 4 wks in Morocco I am however married to a moroccan man and have been together for over 5 yrs, HOWEVER we met here in Canada =) Anyway to answer your question, the men depending on what city youre in can be pigs and I mean pigs I was walking with my husband and they still made nasty comments,but its not dangerous just annoying but you will be ok my best friend was in morocco by herself for 3 wks and she was fine.
youre going to see someone made a comment about dress code when youre in the bigger cities ie ( casa,Marakkech, rabat) you will see women who are moroccan who dress just like europeans sometimes worse than so dont listen to what everyone tells you about muslim this muslim that, I am a muslim and its huge misconception about muslim countries esp the ones with france influence. Youll see what I mean anyway good luck and have fun

Answer 5

morocco is safe country u have just to be strong woman, who are not scared from everything yeah u will find some man who will some words to u , but just dont answer them they wont kidnap u or sth , just be carefull like u do in ur country there is no difference , for clothes , wearing a respectable clothes will be more suitable , but u are not obliged to put veil or sth , when u will come to morroco u will find many girls who are wearing in morning like party' s clothes. i m morocan girl and here we really take care about tourists , if u have prob go to police office they will really help u . and enjoy ur travaling morocco is safe country i assure that. good luck.