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Portuguese, French and Berber architecture frame the maze-like streets of Essaouira, a western Moroccan city hugging the Atlantic Ocean. With its long beach, abundant seawater spa treatments and... more » Portuguese, French and Berber architecture frame the maze-like streets of Essaouira, a western Moroccan city hugging the Atlantic Ocean. With its long beach, abundant seawater spa treatments and dramatic sunsets over the Purple Islands just offshore, relaxation is as easy to find as the northeast trade winds that create ideal kitesurfing conditions. For total cultural immersion, stay in a riad, a traditional home-turned-guesthouse, and attend the annual Gnawas and World Music Festival. « less

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“A magnificent shelter in the windy town”

Riad Baladin

5 of 5 stars
ojc22
London
Dec 3, 2008

Treated to visits to the Sidi Kaouki beach, microbrewed beer, strategically timed mint tea and a douse of Moroccan-Swiss-Italian hospitality, there was little else we could do but love the place....more

“The Perfect Hideaway”

Dar Lazuli

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gravy834
Brighton, United Kingdom
Dec 1, 2008

Wow! After 8 months of solid work, some serious chill-out time was needed. Dar Lazuli and Essaouira are the perfect place to simply unwind and recoup. The location at first seems quite daunting as...more

“comfortable & great service!”

Riad Baladin

4 of 5 stars
aina_b
Zurich, Switzerland
Nov 28, 2008

Highly recommendable the charming Riad Baladin! Not only for it’s ease and comfort, but most notably for the great service at all points! Manager has been very helpful in providing travel...more

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