How was your experience in Morocco?

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I'm thinking about visiting Morocco. Can I have some input from someone whos been there or is living there? What are some of the "must sees" , "must dos and don'ts"?
Any input will be appreciated....

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Terry G's is certainly best answer, but I'll add to it anyhow (apologies if I repeat anything).

My number one bit of advice is to be yourself (unless yourself is a miniskirt-wearing transvestite, that is!)

As for must dos-
-Try bastilla (sweet/savory pigeon pie), couscous and as many tajines as possible. And tangia. Very important that last one.

-Eat in a Moroccan home if at all possible. Barring this, eat in a tourist restaurant for the full experience at least.

-Bargain - it's not only fun, it's practically required. Try starting at half the quoted price for expensive items, 75% for inexpensive ones.

-Pick up some pirated DVDs at only 10dh/piece (just kidding, sort of)

I'm not big on don'ts, but here are a couple:

-No matter what you decide to wear, don't show cleavage or legs above the knees. Shoulders are a little less taboo, but it's still better to wear at least short sleeves (t-shirts ok), and long pants or skirts.

-Don't cover your head if you're not Muslim or not inside the Hassan II Mosque in Casa. People you meet WILL think you're strange, as they do when I cover my head in winter if my hair's wet.

-Don't wear the tourist gear (safari clothes!) and don't carry a water bottle around, particularly if you're shopping. You CAN pass for a foreigner who lives here, which knocks an automatic 25% or so off the initial price offering. This goes especially in Marrakech. In Fez, nobody gets a deal.

-Don't go to bars, except those in hotels (upscale, that is) or the big nightclubs of Marrakech, Casa, or Rabat. Any woman in the Moroccan male-oriented bars is no doubt a prostitute.

I'd also add that while it's incredibly important to be respectful of Moroccan culture and the Moroccans you meet, you're not the first foreigner to the country and you won't be the last - and although Terry G is right about things like alcohol in a certain context, it's important to know that Morocco is not Saudi Arabia - the country proudly produces its own wines and beers, for example.

Lastly, must-sees. This is totally a matter of opinion, but my favorites include:

-Marrakech (shopping heaven)
-Azrou (small Berber town)
-Tangier (everyone else hates it, but I love the place)
-Fez medina (but only in small doses)
-Essaouira and Asilah - both relaxed beach towns, one north the other south.

Phew, that was longer than I planned. Enjoy your trip!
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There are lots of wonderful places to go in Morocco. Marrakesh is amazing and has lots of interesting things to do and see. Rabat is the capital and has a zoo, wonderful gardens and great shopping. Agadir is more modern because it was destroyed by an earthquake and rebuilt... the list goes on... Anyplace you go will be intriguing and amazing, and for different reasons.

Dos and Dont's... Do respect the culture and the religion. Do take small money everywhere you go. Do keep your money safe and don't wander around alone (but that is true for ANY place you are not familar with). Do wear comfortble shoes. Do argue the prices with merchants, they expect it. Do take an extra memory card for your digital camera.
Do take sunscreen. Do act and dress modestly.

Don't stare into mosques while people are praying, a quick glance is acceptable and not offensive, but staring and taking pictures is frowned upon. Don't speak ill of the culture and religion during your stay; try to respect it even if you don't like it. Don't expect to use large paper money in taxis, the drivers get upset. Don't dress in revealing clothing. Don't smoke in public or drink alcohol during your stay if you want to be respected by most of the natives (many of them don't follow their religion and do these things too, but many find it disrespectful and offensive) Don't eat from the street vendors if you have not experienced the food there, it may make you sick. DO take anti gas and anti dirraheal meds with you. DO take tissues with you everywhere because public toilets often do not have any (and keep small money for that too, toilets often cost 1 dirham to use). Don't expect to be bored because you will not!

Edit: I am glad Lucas mentioned the beggars because I forgot about them. There are many pros who are actually quite wealthy, but there are also many who truly are destitute. I am selective about who I give my money to and I often give to the same couple of people (I know their family situation). If you feel compelled to give money, I would suggest those who are OBVIOUSLY less fortunate, like those with serious physical disabilities or are blind.There are no government programs to help them.
I live in Morocco.
Wow, how can I add anything to that very comprehensive answer? One can travel and be a tourist or one can immerse yourself into the culture. For most Westerners Morocco requires a gigantic mindshift.
To truly enjoy this magical country with its different sounds and smells and colors, step off the plane a blank slate and let the people you meet and the places you see paint the pictures of Morocco for you.
Oh an don't forget to visit a hammam! (public baths)
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I fully agree with Gina B. "Step off the plane and be a clear plate".

Morocco does come with a little handbook though. I know as many people that came back totally annoyed as there were that were totally thrilled.

With many people being desperate, the amount of very professional beggars and hustlers can be quite big, but only in the touristy areas. To make it easier on you, I would suggest do not put on too many signals that you are a wealthy tourist. Dress modestly and plainly, wander around as if you know exactly were you are going to, and simply be nice.

Then the whole of Morocco is a highlight. Great culture, great habits, great people. If you get through that wall of hustlers.
Go to Morocco every month