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Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech: Yves St. Laurent's Garden
November 09, 2011

Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech: Yves St. Laurent's Garden

Visit Jardin Majorelle, the famous Marrakech garden owned by Yves St. Laurent since the 1980s. See thousands of cacti, exotic plants, and vibrant blue buildings.
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Koutoubia Mosque: Marrakech, Seville & Kansas City
January 05, 2009

Koutoubia Mosque: Marrakech, Seville & Kansas City

The Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakech inspired three architectural copies worldwide. We visited the original in Morocco and its replica in Kansas City.
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Ramadan in Morocco: Fasting, Prayer Calls, and McDonald's
September 15, 2008

Ramadan in Morocco: Fasting, Prayer Calls, and McDonald's

Experiencing Ramadan in Morocco: daily fasts, mosque calls to prayer, and what happens when tourists eat at McDonald's before sunset.
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Morocco: Atlas Mountains, Sahara & Camel Riding
September 12, 2008

Morocco: Atlas Mountains, Sahara & Camel Riding

A three-day Jeep tour through Morocco's Atlas Mountains and Draa Valley to the Sahara. Berber villages, tagine meals, and one memorable camel ride.
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Three Days in Marrakech: Cooking, Medinas, and Missed Flights
September 10, 2008

Three Days in Marrakech: Cooking, Medinas, and Missed Flights

Travel to Marrakech after a missed connection from Madrid. Explore the walled Medina, take a Moroccan cooking class, and visit Djemaa el Fna bazaar.
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