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It’s scientifically proven that traveling could increase your happiness level.

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It is not very common to see many blog posts about happiness or travel right now when many are under a strict “sit-at-home” instruction. While this is frustrating and demoralizing, a piece of good news is here to cheer up your spirit.

Scientific research has come out with proven results to tell people that, you need a separate bank account for your travel expenses and you should start making plans on that as soon as possible. This is a confirmation of your thirst and hunger for exploring the world.

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5 things you should know about Morocco

To most visitors and tourists, Morocco is the Tooth Fairy of many travel destinations, with snow-capped mountains, and several open air-space markets. 

 

Morocco sits between the Middle East and Europe, with an expansive land space that is so spectacular – mixed with the touch of the old world and the new age culture. Every tourist that has ever visited Marrakesh will testify that it is truly the starting point of a wonderful travel experience if Morocco is going to be on your list of the best destination to remember.

It’s Size

Morocco is roughly the size of California in the United States of America, just so you don’t assume it’s going to be a 3-day walk in the park. Morocco is vast with many amazing sights and places to tour. Local experts have said it many times that you will need about a week to explore the whole area not to include other amazing cities like Marrakech and Fez, and the vast desert.

 

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It’s People

Moroccans are great, warm and interesting people who love to meet and mingle with tourists. They love gisting and are quite talkative when they engage with people from other cultures – they are very comfortable seeing you in their land. 

A large percentage of Moroccans often speak excellent English, diving into politics, family and even your astrological tendencies if you permit. Expect 1 out of 3 Moroccans to start a chat with you as soon as you jump on a train, they are good at making people feel welcome.

 

Places to visit in Morocco

There are many places and cities to visit in Morocco like The Jemaa El Fna Square, Agadir, Essaouira, and Casablanca, all of which are accessible by train as they are all major cities in Morocco. You will find regular bus services from some major companies and you can access other smaller cities by renting a car.

 

How to Dress

Morocco is very diverse culturally, with people of different cultures visiting at a different period. 

Although, your dressing can differ based on the region you find yourself. While you are permitted to dress freely in a city like Marrakech, you are not permitted to do so in the High Atlas mountains.

 

Read More: The Mental Benefits of Vacationing Somewhere New

 

What you should take note of

As a first-time tourist, you should endeavor to communicate with the locals about what is acceptable and what’s not. There is no all-encompassing rules but ensure you are prepared to shift your habits and your outfits accordingly. You can do the shorts and tank tops for the big cities and adhere to the rules in rural areas.

 

Visiting a new city is a dream and your Morocco dream is about to become a reality. If you are planning to visit Morocco anytime soon and you would prefer a group trip like the one Grandeur Travels is planning…click to read more about the package.

The Mental Benefits of Vacationing Somewhere New

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Coming off the winter holidays, most of us start dreaming of, if not planning, our spring and summer getaways. It’s tempting, of course, to default to the same vacation each year: your family’s cabin, a familiar beach town, your favorite city, that resort the kids loved. We often choose to spend our hard-earned money on comfort, predictability, and relaxation, and there are benefits to doing so.

But as a psychologist, I believe that travel should routinely be used to achieve the opposite: to get out of your comfort zone, expose yourself to uncertainty, and eschew rest for exploration and learning. The result is personal growth — greater emotional agility, empathy, and creativity. A recent trip to Sri Lanka, with an unexpected stop in Thailand, led me to think more deeply about the positive impact of adventures that challenge us.

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