- Terrorism is a risk in Morocco. ...
- Foreigners are at high risk of serious crime across North Africa. ...
- Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, is common. ...
- You may face aggressive begging and harassment, particularly near ATMs. Female travellers may be sexually harassed. ...
- Scams and fraud are common.
Moroccan etiquette and customs Nonetheless, you should try not to affront people's religious beliefs, especially those of older, more conservative people. Avoid, for example, wearing revealing clothes, kissing and cuddling in public, or eating or smoking in the street during Ramadan.
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Yes, there is no problem with wearing shorts in Morocco. You will see this just about everywhere. However, in rural Morocco, you might want to stick with longer shorts, capri length or full length pants.
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Yes, it is generally safe to go out at night in Morocco. However, as with any country, there are some precautions you should take to ensure your safety. Morocco is a popular tourist destination, and the government takes security seriously.
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Tourist hotspots, like Marrakech, Fes and Essaouira, are considered safer than rural and remote regions like the Atlas Mountains as they see tourists regularly, but unique challenges and threats are present for many people across the country.
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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.
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- Don't Drink Tap Water in Marrakech. It's probably best to drink filtered or bottled water when visiting Marrakech and traveling in Morocco. ...
- Don't Accept Unsolicited Help or Directions. ...
- Don't Forget to Learn About Local Customs. ...
- Don't Take Photos Without Permission. ...
- Don't Barter for Unfair Prices.
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Public displays of affection While 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.
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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.
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Cultural Guidelines: Pants are definitely acceptable for women in Moroccan culture. You'll notice the younger generation even wearing skinny jeans! We would advise staying away from shorts. We would aim for the shortest pants to be mid-calf or capri length.
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Cover Your Chest and Shoulders While you do not need to cover your entire arms, it is highly recommended that you at least cover your shoulders. Tank tops or strapless shirts and dresses are not considered appropriate in the streets of Morocco. Again, you will experience a lot of harassment if you wear these items.
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So it is considered incredibly rude to eat, shake hands, give a gift, or leave a tip with your left hand. If you get invited to a local's home for tea during your tour of Morocco, be especially careful to only touch your cup and any fruit or bread that may be offered with your right hand.
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Moroccans don't eat with their left hands. Left hands are considered the “dirty hand” as they are traditionally used for hygienic duties. When eating tajine, you will be given bread to dip into the middle dish. You can rip your own bread with your left hand, but use your right hand to dip into the communal dish.
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As long as the couple is an adult, they can stay in a hotel together, unless the hotel owner does not want them to share the room. Normally, unmarried foreign couples have no issue without showing proof of marriage. The law prohibits sexual relations outside marriage (Article 490), but this law is rarely enforced.
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You also don't have to be covered head to toe as a visitor to Morocco. The basic “rules” are to cover your shoulders, knees, and chest. Most days I had my elbows covered, too, and made sure that my tops were long enough to cover my bum. Showing elbows is fine!
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You might think that wearing shorts in Marrakech is ok. Well, they are as long as they aren't booty shorts/ hot pants/ short shorts or anything that shows too much leg (short skirts are also a no-go)
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So, what can a woman wear in Marrakech? For a visitor to the country, you're ok wearing what you like, there is no strict rule. However, just dress reasonably conservatively and you'll have no problem. You'll find plenty of Marrakech clothing stalls in the souks to pick up anything you need on the go.
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Is Marrakech safe at night? As long as you're near the city center and you don't venture far on the outskirts of Marrakech, your risk of being harassed, mugged or assaulted is very low. The city becomes much more alive at night and it's when street musicians and performers come to Jemaa el Fena.
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