Safety - normal precautions in both countries and should have no problems. Food - restaurants outside hotel have found much better for quality and variety in Morocco. Hassle - would say no better or worse in either.
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Morocco has a relatively low crime rate, but Peters recommends that you keep alert and watch your valuables at all times. Other tips include: Avoid poorly lit areas and don't travel alone at night. Watch your belongings and don't flash valuables.
The richest of them, Tunisia, has a GDP per head, at PPP, about a quarter of that of France and Italy. Morocco is much poorer still, with a GDP per head about a seventh of that of France.
In 2021, Morocco ranked 123rd out of 191 countries in the world on the Human Development Index (HDI), behind Algeria (91st) and Tunisia (97th). It is the most unequal country in North Africa according to the NGO Oxfam.
Public displays of affectionWhile you may often see people of the same sex hugging and holding hands in Morocco, this is only a sign of friendship. Public displays of affection between opposite sexes such as kissing are not allowed, while homosexuality is illegal in Morocco.
According to the study, Morocco has a low crime rate and less terrorist threat than most European and American countries. Moreover, it is better ranked than Greece, Italy, France and the United States, which occupy respectively the 11th, 13th, 14th and 15th place of the top 20.
The UK Foreign Office currently advises against travelling to several regions in Tunisia, all of which are around its borders. It advises against all travel to: the Chaambi Mountains National Park and the designated military operations zones of Mount Salloum, Mount Sammamma and Mount Mghila.
As a result, you will face minor scams in both countries – but if you are vigilant, it's nothing you need to worry about. Based on the statistics, Morocco is a bit safer than Egypt, though there is an ongoing conflict with Western Sahara.
Incidents of violent crime occasionally happen. There have been incidents involving the use of knives against tourists in street attacks, thefts and burglaries in major cities and along beaches. Avoid quiet areas, particularly after dark. Don't carry large amounts of money or valuables around with you.
The truth is Marrakech rarely has violent crimes and when it does happen, these cases almost never target tourists. You can walk around the city with good peace of mind knowing that the chances of getting attacked or mugged are very small.
Can unmarried couples sleep together in Morocco? While it is not permitted for an unmarried Moroccan couple to share a room, as non-Moroccans you won't encounter any problems (unless the establishment itself chooses not to allow it). However, public shows of affection should be kept to a minimum.
While there is no strict dress code, it is advisable to be at least somewhat covered. You may see local girls and women dressed in shorts and tank tops, but it is best to avoid wearing revealing clothing in public places.
Morocco Etiquette: Greetings and GesturesTraditionally, Moroccans typically greet with a handshake and sometimes two kisses (starting with the left cheek) but this only occurs when the two people greeting are of the same sex.