I am a world traveling mom of three boys. Currently we live as American expats in Marrakech, Morocco. I have a passion for writing and sharing unique views of the world.
Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Morocco
Game of Thrones isn’t the first production to choose Morocco as a filming location, countless other television shows, series and films have been shot in the country. In fact, Atlas Studios, where the series was filmed near the city of Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou, is the world’s largest film studio.
Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Morocco
Ait Benhaddou – Yunkai the Yellow City
It’s hard to believe this city, made entirely of clay, has remained in place for centuries. This location is use...
Experience Berber Culture in Morocco
Morocco is often lumped into the Middle East (rather than North Africa) and classified as an Arabic country. But the indigenous people of Morocco—the Berbers—are the area’s original inhabitants. The majority of the country’s population of around 34 million is Berber, not Arab.
Look outside the city for Marrakech's most picturesque new gardens
Visitors have long flocked to Marrakech's Majorelle Jardin for its iconic blue hues and Yves Saint Laurent-inspired design. But there's a new garden in town and it promises to deliver something a little different.
How to hammam: tips and tricks for Marrakesh’s best spas
After a day of shopping and exploring this beautifully chaotic city, you’ll want to relax, and fortunately Marrakesh has just the treat. The hammam!
Casablanca Travel Guide
Why It's Worth It
Many travelers use Casablanca as a point to fly in and fly out of Morocco but few take the time to visit the city. With a modern appeal that showcases the "new" Morocco but also retains the historical appeal via Art Deco buildings and more traditional Moroccan-style architecture; Casablanca is a bridge between the two. —Amanda Ponzio-Mouttaki
The Singular Satisfaction of Overcoming a Food Fear
Khlii in Morocco
“There’s no way I’m eating that!” I loudly protested to my soon-to-be husband as he eyed a vat of yellowish paste one day in Marrakech. “You should just try it, it’s really good,” he cajoled me. But I was firm. No way, no how was that going in my mouth. It looked like something a cat had coughed up. He gave up, shrugged, then ordered it anyway. I had to leave the table.
Moroccans have learned how to eat and preserve almost every part of an animal; some of it is good while the...
Want to become an astronaut? There's an app for that.
What if you had the opportunity to train and go to space using little more than your smartphone? That may sound impossible, but a company called Space Nation is hoping to make it happen.
Space Nation is a Finnish startup with ambitions of shaking up the space industry. More specifically, it wants to make space accessible to everyone. Usually, would-be astronauts need at least a degree in engineering, mathematics, or another science field before they can even think about applying to NASA. But ...
Guest Post: A Foodie's Guide to Istanbul
Guest Post: A Foodie's Guide to Istanbul
Morocco's Rising Female Chefs Are Taking Back the Kitchen ...
Morocco's Rising Female Chefs Are Taking Back the K...
8 Reasons Morocco Should be Your Next Travel Destination
8 Reasons Morocco Should be Your Next Travel Destin...
Marrakech Guide to Souvenir Shopping the Souks
Marrakech Guide to Souvenir Shopping the Souks