When SHould I visit Spain and Morocco?

March-May and September-October are the best times of year for this trip; Spain's interior and Morocco's low lying cities bake to a crisp from mid June to mid September, and while the Moors and Andalucians really know their stuff when it comes to cooling architecture, sightseeing is not fun in 40°C heat.



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The best time to visit Morocco is in autumn and spring. However, as the country has a diverse geographical landscape, each season has its beauty. In April, May, and September to November, the weather is pleasantly warm across the high grounds of the Atlas Mountains.

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Since Spain has a number of different climatic conditions, when you go will certainly influence the kind of holiday you have. Typically speaking, Spring (March to May) or Fall (September to November) are considered to be the best times to visit Spain.

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Yes, you can go on a day trip from Spain to Morocco. In fact, you can travel by ferry to Morocco in less than 1 hour. There are frequent daily crossings from southern Spain's Tarifa to Tangier Ville and from Algeciras to Tanger Med.

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If you're planning to visit southern Spain, Morocco is an easy add-on and well worth the detour. At a minimum, do a Tangier day trip and return to Spain the same evening. But I recommend staying at least one night so you can visit Chefchaouen or take more time to explore Tangier.

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Ceuta is an autonomous Spanish city located directly opposite Gibraltar on the tip of the African continent. It shares a border with Morocco and therefore offers an interesting overland route into the country.

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Tangier is a large port city in Morocco located across the Strait of Gibraltar, where Africa meets Europe. At 27km (17 miles) from the Spanish coast, it's one of the most popular Morocco day trip destinations from Spain. If you book the fast ferry, you can be there in an hour.

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The cheapest time to visit Spain is usually from December to March, though you can also enjoy affordable flights and hotels in early spring and late autumn. The winter months see many vibrant markets and activities dedicated to annual celebrations such as Christmas, Carnival, and New Year's Eve.

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If you don't leave Spain after 90 days, you would be in an irregular situation. In other words, you would be in the country illegally. Thus, in the eyes of the immigration law, you would be committing a serious infraction that could result in significant penalties and/or fines.

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Rainy season in Spain is from November to February. Prolonged periods of rain are unusual in Southern Spain, though. The north can see rain at any time of year, with December to February and then April the wettest months; December and January can see 13 days of rain.

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Ten days may just be the sweet spot when it comes to the ideal amount of time to spend in Morocco. It's enough time that you won't be rushed, and it's easy to modify one of these weeklong itineraries to allow a couple of extra days in a place you love—and wish to linger in—along the way.

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The best time to book flights to Morocco is typically during the off-season months of July, August, and November. These months are considered off-season because there is less demand for flights and, therefore, flight prices tend to be cheaper.

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For the highest temperatures the best time to visit Morocco is between June and August although the sub tropical climate offers sunshine throughout the year and winter months are equally popular with visitors. The hottest month of the year is August with an average daily maximum of 31 C and an average low of 20 C.

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Morocco and Spain maintain extensive diplomatic, commercial, and military ties. Morocco's foreign policy has focused on Western partners, including neighboring Spain. They have, however, been historically intense and conflictive.

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Is Morocco cheaper than Spain? Short answer is yes - significantly cheaper. Spain is known as a fairly expensive country to visit while Morocco is famous for being one of the cheapest and most rewarding countries to visit in Europe's near abroad. If one is on a budget, then certainly choose Morocco.

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Please be aware that even though the water near the shore may look calm and safe, there is always the possibility of rip tides and strong currents as you go further out. Do not swim far out of your depth if you are alone and do not have good local information on that beach.

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A natural sand wall creates a lovely lagoon on Morocco's Atlantic coast, perfect for swimming in calm water, cruising in a small boat, kayaking and paddleboarding, while out at sea, windswept waves make for great surfing.

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