Why not take the family to Morocco on holiday?

If you're looking for somewhere different to bring the family this year, consider Morocco. So close to Europe, particularly southern Spain, this is a world away from your typical European holiday.

This is a country where you can experience the sights, sounds and tastes of North Africa and Islamic culture, without straying too far from home. You can wander the lane-ways of the ancient medinas, browse and bargain in the souks (market), and taste the sweet and spicy flavours of North African food.   

Morocco has long been a popular tourist destination and on a family holiday you will appreciate the tourist infrastructure. Once you've experienced the buzz of the ancient cities, like Marrakesh and Fez, you can relax in some of the many family-friendly tourist resorts along the Atlantic coast.

You could even consider bringing older children on a trek in the High Atlas mountains or on a camel safari in the desert. Temperatures in Morocco are more manageable in the spring and autumn, particularly for younger children. However, it's generally cooler along the coast, due to the sea breezes.

There are a number of companies dedicated to helping you choose the right family holiday in Morocco. Club Med have a number of family friendly resorts in the country. Family friendly resorts can be found by checking with companies like Thompson Holidays, Expedia, etc. Take The Family is a useful resource, whether you intend on booking a package holiday or are booking independently.

If you are interested in booking your Moroccan holiday directly, British Airways and Royal Air Maroc fly directly, though there are other non-direct flights also available.

Morocco is a country where many happy family memories can be made.