Is it safe traveling in Morocco- A Brown girl’s perspective

bahia Palace Marakesh Morocco

About this blog: We traveled in Morocco for 10 days during a winter break. For the most part we traveled by our own, did not arrange for any tour guide and felt absolutely safe in the country. I was mindful of taking some safety precautions so that the trip went smooth. In this blog post […]

Why Muscat is the Hidden Gem of Gulf: Oman Travel Guide 2025

Situated between the rugged Hajar Mountains and the calm waters of the Arabian Sea, Muscat is the capital and largest city of Oman. It sits along the Gulf of Oman and offers a striking blend of natural beauty and urban charm. As of 2025, the city is home to an estimated 1.7 million people. Unlike […]

Mint Tea diaries with the Amazigh: Cultural experiences in Morocco

Since I try to tell stories of people of every place I visit, and human stories are deeply intertwined with cultural nuances, it would be injustice to the series of my Morocco Travel Blogs if I do not mention the cultural exploration I was fortunate to experience in that land. Morocco, the land of Mint […]

Journey Beyond the Skyline: Explore the UAE with a Dubai Visa

Burj khalifa travel guide

Dubai, the UAE’s crown jewel for ages, is a place where the fusion of technology and culture is evident at every step. Among the tallest buildings in the world and shopping malls above all others, with the finest quality and the widest choice, Dubai has so much to give. It is Dubai, together with the […]

Exploring Rissani Market- Authentic Local Market in Morocco

About this Blog: Exploring Rissani market felt an honest experience in Morocco. A place not plagued by tourist, not decked up by Instagrammy lantern spots. Rissani was raw and real, sometimes unnerving. Surprisingly, Rissani was where I met the maximum number of local women of Morocco, in their natural demeanor. I loved Rissani, and I […]

How to spend 3 days in Fes, the ancient city of Morocco

About this blog– This is a detailed itinerary to explore Fes in three days and its Ancient Medina. Fes is an oft-overlooked city of North Morocco where time stands still. The donkey carts, the royal palace, the wooden workshops- all of them tell the tale of a time bygone. Unhurried and secure, Fes has witnessed […]

How to visit Chouara Tannery and others in Fes

While walking down the Fes streets, we found a bunch of other tourists heading towards an even narrower lane. Something of interest? We walked fast.  Turns out, it was the Chouara Tannery, the one which has all the superlatives to its crown, largest, oldest and the likes.  One of the men caught hold of S’s […]