2019
morocco
Was earthly and exquisite
In mid-October of 2019
With 24 guests, we had an incredible visit
We arrived to Marrakesh, our first destination
The very famous la Mamounia Hotel
Laden with intricate architecture
And their euphoric signature smell
Upon our arrival,
We were offered almond milk & dates
Served in pretty glasses
And on small hand painted plates
That evening we visited Jemaa El Fna
Full of new sounds and sights
With each breath taking the madness
In with all its delights
The market place was alive
Men with their snakes and flutes
Some dancing to their beat
And some selling vibrant fruits
Hiking Ourika Valley
On a perfectly sunny day
Followed by a traditional tagine dinner
Served in pots made of clay
Off to the Atlas Mountains,
On a long and winding road
Until we finally arrived
To Richard Bransons abode
We visited his mother’s foundation,
Handmade clothing and works of art
Women working and laughing
Creating from their heart
Goodbye to the mountains
And hello to the desert
As we drove down to Ourzazate
To prepare for our journey through the Sahara
Traditional Berber outfits were bought
Our arrival in the dessert was surreal
Away from the modern traffic
Crossing the dunes by camel
A sight out of National Geographic
The prayer calls across the land
Feeling the wind in your hair
And your toes in the sand
Sand surfing & star gazing
Close your eyes and you will find
You’re only able to smile, perhaps for a while
And all troubles disappear from your mind
On our way to Meknes
We stopped for some dates
Climbing up the date palms
To ensure we got local rates
Château Roslane was beautiful
Though the weather was rainy and cool
Surrounded by vineyards and olives
With a beautiful view and a pool
Tasting of wines and olive oils
It was truly a tasting mania
Then we hiked Volubilis
The ancient capital of Mauritania
Chefchaouen was so beautiful
A watercolour dream in the Riff mountains
Hues of blues and colours alike
With wooden doors and marble fountains
Our last destination was Fes
Absolutely a highlight of our trip
When travelling to Morocco
This place you surely should not skip
Souks filled with shopkeepers
All senses fill with pleasure
The amount of culture and tradition
Is one you cannot measure
Fascinating Tanneries & silks
Stunning Mosaics & copper
This place will bring out the wallet
In even the least of a shopper
Morocco was a breathtaking experience
It will leave you speechless long after you’re
gone
With a new sense of gratitude found
Thank you and Shukran
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