Where does Morocco rank in tourism?

Morocco is no stranger to top-ranking tourism destinations. In July, the country appeared on a list of top tourism destinations for 2023 from travel news outlet Travel Awaits. On the ranking, Morocco came in the eighth position, ranking ahead of countries such as Egypt, Turkey, and the UAE.



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France is the most visited country in the world with 117,109,000 international tourists, thanks to its rich history and iconic landmarks. Mexico comes in second for most visited countries, with 51,128,000 tourists, offering vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty.

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As one of the most diverse countries in the world, Morocco is a perfect destination for a luxury vacation or private tour. With its rich kaleidoscope of culture, history, and landscapes travelers will find so much to see and do.

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Most international tourists who arrived in Morocco in 2020 were from Europe, reaching over one million people. European tourists were significantly higher in number compared to the other regions.

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In 2019, more than 13 million tourists visited Morocco. In 2020, Morocco witnessed an all time low with no more than 4 million tourists, due to the spread of the COVID-19. In 2023, Marrakech was voted a Top 10 Best Destinations for International Tourists by Tripadvisor.

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Morocco is known for its cuisine, which is admired and imitated throughout the world. The country's cooks make heavy use of spices and local ingredients, such as saffron, mint and olives. Couscous is Morocco's premier food, and kabobs, soups and salads are often served.

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What is Morocco known for? If anything, it's the colorful markets, or souks. For visitors, the heart of every medina is the souk. Here are enough colorful displays of spices, leatherwork, clothes, and brassware to excite every photographer—and entice every shopper.

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According to a ranking from leading travel platform, Tripadvisor, the city was voted as the eighth-best city for tourists in 2023. In the 2023 Travelers' Choice ranking, Marrakech came in eighth place, following Dubai, Bali, London, Rome, Paris, Cancun, and Crete.

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Both countries are fantastic and I'm sure you'll have a great time either way... I find Morocco a bit more manageable to do on your own, Marrakech is not as big and intimidating as Cairo, but on the other hand Cairo does have a special energy and personality as well. It's not an easy choice!

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Morocco allows the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol must be purchased and consumed in licensed hotels, bars, and tourist areas. You can also buy alcohol in most major supermarkets. The alcohol section is usually in a separate room from the main supermarket.

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Its geographical location, at the crossroads of three worlds between which it has always served as a link between Africa, the Mediterranean and Europe makes this land a true melting pot of civilizations. Morocco covers a total area of 710,850 sq. m while its coastline stretches over 3,500 km.

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The country is relatively safe, peaceful and stable. Moroccan people, both Arabic and Berber, are also noted for their warm hospitality and friendly nature.

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