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 WOMEN IN TRADITIONAL CLOTHES
(PLACE MOHAMMED V) by matcrazy1
But I found more women wearing traditional Arab clothes.
Btw better to ask women before taking them pictures especially when they are accompanied by men (= usually). Taking pictures of woman's face is a sin in a muslim religion, be respective to it.
If you want you can buy jellaba to look like natives (rather not in Casablanca). If you are blond-haired don't forget to put on a jellaba's hood and enjoy the sun before to get your skin more bronze :-). Leave a Comment
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 WATER SELLER AT MOHAMMED V
PLACE, CASABLANCA by matcrazy1
I didn't drink this water to be honest. Why? Hmm... because of hygiene, I suppose. Although I met (in Marrakech) tourists who had drunk water from water sellers and I saw them alive a few days later :-).
So... maybe next time. Although... hospitals in Morroco don't have good reputation :-(. Leave a Comment
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 YOUNG NATIVE PAYS HIS
ATTENTION TO... :-) by matcrazy1
But generally they were very friendly, hospitable and they were looking for contacts with foreign tourists not only to make business with them :-)). Leave a Comment
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THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
How much tipping?
The currency of Morocco is the dirham (MAD), which is sub-divided into 100 centimes.
Unless a service charge is added, tipping is expected and around 10-15% of the bill is customary in higher-class restaurants. When dining in traditional restaurants and cafés, a few dirhams may be left as a tip.
Bellboys and porters may be tipped five or ten dirhams per bag, and chamber service five or ten dirhams per night's stay. Taxi journeys can be rounded up to the nearest dirham.
How to dress?
The dominant religion of Morocco is Islam, which advocates certain dress ethics that differ between sexes. As a general rule, it is appropriate to dress modestly.
Traditionally, Arab women cover their faces with veils, though this custom is changing. However, women should not wear anything that may be considered too revealing. Shoulders, arms, and legs should be covered up. Loose clothing is recommended as it disguises the figure.
Gentlemen are advised to wear long trousers (unless playing a sport or relaxing by the hotel swimming pool). When in public, a shirt should be worn that fully covers the shoulders
Language
The official language of Morocco is Arabic; however, Berber dialects are often spoken, especially in more rural locations. French is the preferred language for business, in government, and in education, but English and Spanish are also commonly used throughout the country for business.
Miscellanious
Visitors must remove their shoes before entering a mosque, and clothing should be modest.
It is unacceptable to take photographs of any woman whose face is covered by a veil.
Women are allowed to sit at the terrace of cafés but they still rather go inside.
Thank you for visiting - Hope you had FUN !
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 A SOLDIER IN FRONT OF THE
PREFECTURE MECHOUAR by matcrazy1Leave a Comment
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 by Doctor38
This is Perrier like water and I was so impressed that I thought it was worth to mention. When I learned that I can visit the bottling facility I did not even think about it. I visited the bottling facility at the town of Oulmes where this water comes out of springs. You’ll have to have your own transportation as this facility is located In the middle of no where. You can witness the entire production process. I found the detour to be very entertains and interesting. There is a nearby hotel that can arrange you trip. I did not use this service and I don’t remember the name. Sorry
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 by Krystynn
The water is NOT SAFE TO DRINK here in Morocco. So... don't even DRINK the FRUIT JUICES here (because once something has been mixed with water, it's 'contaminated').... One of my greedy girlfriends drank a glass of orange juice from our hotel's restaurant and she suffered from severe stomache for the rest of the day. Sigh...
In a restaurant, ask for a bottle of mineral water UNOPENED. Have them open it at your table and you can be sure you won't get local water ... bottled. :-)
Most people know how to ask for unopened bottled water when traveling in areas where the drinking water is
not safe, but they may not realize that it's all too easy to get sick from ingesting water while showering,
even if trying to keep one's mouth closed.
The solution? Always keep mouthwash in your mouth while showering. It will help you remember to keep your mouth closed and the antibacterial agent in it will help purify any water that gets in anyway (e.g. through your nose).
For me, I used mineral water (costing 10 dirhams per large bottle... very cheap!) to brush my teeth and to wash my face. I don't want to take any chances because I don't want to fall ill in a foreign land.
P.S. The water is safe to the locals who are used to it. This doesn't matter if you're a resident of Morocco or the UK: remember, to the residents living in the country, the water is safe.... but not to the travelers! Our tummy's not accustomed to it yet. All water contains different sets of microbes and
mineral deposits, even in the US. If you aren't used to a country's drinking water, then you may get
sick just because it is different.
Be safe, buy bottled water cheap at the supermarket.
Please also DON'T trust the locals in a developing country to tell you that their water is safe to drink. Again, for them, it is safe to drink. For you, it probably isn't. The price is small compared to what could be a disastrous effect on your trip by
drinking the local water. When in doubt, play it safe!
Photo Below: A Moroccan Hammam.
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 by Krystynn
In the Western world, you'll encounter few, if any, clothing restrictions but it still makes sense to dress conservatively.... unless if you're Britney Spears or Madonna. Then you can get away with anything!
Important pointers:
Avoid wearing provocative, form-fitting clothing, especially if you don't fully understand the culture you are in e,g, MOROCCO. Do you know that in the Pacific Islands, for example, a woman's thighs are considered an erotic part of her body and should not be exposed in public. In India, a female's upper arms are considered sensual areas and must never be exposed in public. The same theory applies for Morocco.
Leave your valuables at home. Instead, take along beautiful costume jewelery that might serve as a conversation piece with those you meet along the way. Or get your hands/palm painted with henna... a very popular thing to do amongst the women in Morocco. I had mine done there too. :-))
If you travel into developing countries and male-dominated societies like MOROCCO, pleeeeeease make every effort to dress modestly. For example, a one-piece swimsuit is always a safer choice than a red pokka-dotted bikini, ya know? In some countries, local women might swim entirely clothed, in accordance with their religious beliefs. So, don't go skinny-dipping in your hotel pool/ sea without first checking the local customs and rules. I really don't wish to see your face appearing in tomorrow's CNN news detailing the date of your execution. :-)
In some places, customs based on religious and moral beliefs strongly influence the way a woman dresses. A female traveler should always carry a scarf in case she needs to cover her head! An advice I've always taken to heart....
Have fun!
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