As a woman, it is important to dress modestly, covering the shoulders and the knees. Women dressed with exposed knees and shoulders were glared at and some comments and cat calls, made. Also, as a woman, it took some time to get used to being ignored when ordering food and coffee. It is a little thing, but annoying. Also, negotiating when shopping was a bit of a grind because the vendor was almost always male, and there was usually a condescending and patronizing attitude. So be patient with that, and if you can speak French, do so, I found that people were more accommodating when I spoke French. Taking pictures of local women is really frowned upon, and were told not to do it at all. Patience is required in many situations as I found that most people did one task at a time, rather than take two or three requests. Again patience was key. If you can be patient, the people are very nice.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, great to get additional input from a female perspective!

@hadibq

Жыл бұрын

I like the way you put it and spot on!

@ttblade

Жыл бұрын

Why would any woman pay to go somewhere to be treated this way? Are you all mad or just trying to prove a point? What happened in 2018 to the two Scandinavian girls who wanted to travel to prove that the rest of the world was safer for women than their home countries should be a warning but is ignored. Their trip and their lives ended appallingly in Morocco. Clearly from your description, women are still not welcome or respected.

@uzinine7760

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nancy you are a very cultured woman I see and you are fast and willing understanding the muslim culture. I love and respect you so much. Most just like to critisize our habits and do not bother to understand our culture. The only place to show your skin is the beach or on a rooftop out of vieuw. I like to sunbathe on the rooftop. And women need to be harsh and strict when you come so the sellers can see you aren't a pushover and need to oblige your commands. If ever disrespected in any shape or form please get a police officer as soon as possible to resolve the matter for you 🙏 Love to see you sister Take care please

@nancymccutcheon9882

Жыл бұрын

@@ttblade I am not "mad". I travelled only on a private bus, with a group of 11, along with a local driver and a local (male) guide. I am not trying to prove anything, I simply wanted to add my experience from my recent travel. I travel to other places so I can learn more about the world around me, and hopefully seek to understand and appreciate our differences as humans. When I travel to other countries that have different culture to my home country, I try to be respectful of the norms and values of the place I am visiting. I feel that if we all did a little more of that, we would be better off. There are many places in the world I won't travel to, as my research indicates that they are not safe for either men or women. And really, any country of the world can be dangerous if you go into unsafe areas, alone, at night, for example. There are good and bad people everywhere. I added my comments because this video was authored by a man who did not have the same experience as I did. The way I see it, I, as one person cannot change the norms and culture of another place. I can seek to understand and make decisions about future travel from that point. Morocco seeks to increase tourism, so if I say what my experience was, and choose not to go there again, perhaps others will feel the same as I do, and there may be some movement on the part of the country to change. And for what it's worth, suggesting I have mental health issues ("are you mad?") is just rude.

Spot on advice, plus wear dark glasses so that the shop owners don’t follow your gaze as you browse uninterrupted😄great country, wonderful Moroccans

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Haha that’s a good one!

I have been to 157 countries. This was one of the best informational videos I have ever watched. Great stuff

@ChrisKermis

7 ай бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate it!

@bobbobek2098

3 ай бұрын

157 wow congrats

@bobbobek2098

Ай бұрын

Ok Morocco is done now I recommend balloon flight at sunrise

Thank you your videos have been immensely happy whilst planning a trip to Morocco.

You have the BEST, most-honest, most-informative videos I can find anywhere, thank you so much!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it's comments like this that make it all worthwhile!

@mohamedbajaha747

Жыл бұрын

Some information are not true

Hello. From a Moroccan. I wouldn't advise tourists to spend all their stay in cities such as Marrakech or the Sahara desert. There's a lot more in the north of Morocco. such as Anger and Ottoman or Casablanca and Rabat and Nador,houceima... Give the North a chance it's much more beautiful and open-minded. Especially for parties people go to Casablanca and have a lot of fun there Just try to avoid the poor neighborhoods of course. Marrakesh is an ancient-minded city so don't be surprised when you see a lot of catcalling and modesty. In Casablanca and Rabat and the other big cities, there are no standards for modesty no one cares.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree that it's important to visit other parts of the country and I'll be doing exactly that when I return

@anushkagarcia5312

6 ай бұрын

Hi For a 40the bday which location would be best

@hamzaakdim

6 ай бұрын

@@anushkagarcia5312 so tell me are you looking for nightlife or just tourism and exploring...

@anushkagarcia5312

6 ай бұрын

Nightlife and exploring mainly@@hamzaakdim

@kidcoma1340

5 ай бұрын

How is the situation with filming people, are they also more open for that in the north?

Thank you so much for all the useful tips, they will come in handy on my trip.

Some amazing tips, we are going this June. Thank you!!!

Thank you for all the good info 😊 Going soon there so can't wait and now I know better

Thank you. So informative 👏

Thanks Chris for the detailed and to the point advice when visiting Morocco - Really helpful to have a little knowledge when visiting a new Country - Much Appreciated

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful, enjoy your trip to Morocco!

Incredibly helpful and insightful video for anyone wanting to visit Morocco. The information contained in this video is right on target

One of the more useful videos on KZread. Thank you for sharing.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad it helped!

Thank you so much for the great tips and your way in explaining things. Full respect. 👍🏽

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Thank you, glad it helped!

Hi Chris. I really enjoy your videos. Very informative and well presented.please keep the content flowing. 😊

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, great to hear!

Exactly the details I was looking for! 👌🏻 Thanks

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Great, glad to help!

Great videos! So informative, well done. Thank you for sharing 😊

Hi Chris great video, very helpful, thanks for sharing. We will now watch your other videos for more info.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad it was helpful

the way you explain is so mindfull and calm. Thank you for your advice!

@ChrisKermis

5 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Chris, enjoyed your video, had me chuckling in parts.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

Thank you this was so helpful!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Great! Glad it was useful

One of the best video on Morocco. Thanks for sharing ❤

@ChrisKermis

Ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽

Best video we've seen while planning our trip, especially the tip on filming. We'll keep that in mind!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it’s useful! I see on your channel your last videos are in Taiwan. I’ll check them out later as I’ll be heading there in a week. Given you a sub in the meantime as a like minded KZreadr 🙂

@Justin_Leah

Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisKermis You're coming to Taiwan?! Fantastic! Keep in touch for sure! Hit us up on Instagram to chat about your trip if you like.

Thank you ! This was super useful. 😊

We have just completed a 10 day 4x4 roadtrip from Marrakesh over the Atlas mountains to the Sahara and back. Our Morrocan guide was very good. When arriving we didnt wait at all, our pre arranged taxi didnt turn up, but we decided to take the first available taxi, it seems always available at a very good price. With buying carpets or anything you have to negotiate. The roads are fairly safe to travel on. Our accommodation over the 10 days were excellent. So it seems that the well known Riads/hotels etc are very good. The food was amazing. You could eat very healthy here as a tourist, from that point of view better than in some European countries. Good meat Tajines, and lots of vegatables if you want to. Very nice bread, dont expect however a big brekfist. All in all a very comfortable experience, not a lot of dont’s and do’s. If you rent a 4x4, expect it to be a used 4x4 full of scrathes and dents, but at returning it, no problems experienced with trying to accuse you of causing the damage. Actually a very tourist friendly country. And yes, dont try to film people, you wont get any good shots. Agree with the variety. If you are tired of the Europian buss and cities, Africa is it. And Morrocco one of the best. Not too extreme , but sufficiently different with very good landscape in the desert and Atlas mountains, and very interesting historic villages. No game, thats in Southern and Eastern Afica. And for that reason for me a must see destination/adventure but not one that I will necessarily teturn to. Its tiring. Very hot. And no dune driving, only sand. Guides are not trained for dune driving like in Namibia.

Thanks for the tips.... am going tomorrow morning! 😊

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Have a great trip!

Love your presentation and style. Well done.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Thank you mister Kermis 👍🌹

great feedback and very accurate!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great advice thanx n well presented Yo

Love your video ! How fortunate anyone would be to travel with you ! 🙏😊

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for super useful video!

Really good presentation style thanks!

Best video before trip I saw

Thanks Chris✌️😄 Crystal clear. I never been in Morocco but I am sure I will keep love it❤

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

No problem, have a great time there, it's an amazing country!

Just bought tickets for March to fly into Marrakesh and stay for two days. Really stoked to see this place. Thanks a lot for putting the tips together.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

No problem, have a great trip!

@dazzabaldy8482

Жыл бұрын

enjoy its quite a place

Good info, thankyou

Eerlijke video!

I know Marroco and a lot of other (arabic) countries from several visits. The vid is bringing it exactly to the point. Great job!

Thanks for the effort making this video. I am going there for holiday in 2 weeks. Really helpful information here!

@ChrisKermis

7 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Have a good time

@yousseftazi514

21 күн бұрын

You welcome 🇲🇦🔥🥰

Thank you, I love your approach, so similar to mine!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you like it!

Very interesting and informative. Thank you.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful!

Great vid

My dream to go there since maybe 13yo. Great tips and looking forward to it❤

@ChrisKermis

3 ай бұрын

Hope you can make it there sometime soon and that you have a great trip! Check out some of my other vids on places in Morocco if you need some more inspiration 🙂

Música perfecta! Tomas espectaculares! 🤩

Excellent video!

Very informative, thank u

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

the reason why moroccan food is not commonly found in restaurants is because for moroccans traditional food is what you'll be eating at home (and it usually tastes the best when homemade) and so when going out you'd want to eat something you usually don't have in your house, like pizzas and burgers! there are still however many great places for traditional moroccan food that you will certainly find in every moroccan city

@ChrisKermis

11 ай бұрын

It makes sense, but it's of course not what a visitor wants (assuming they want to eat local like me). As you say there are still great places around though and I hunted for them, and will do again next time!

@wallybingbang4350

9 ай бұрын

Who the fuck goes to Morocco to eat pizzas and burgers ? Americans 😭

@starshipsn9948

7 ай бұрын

@@ChrisKermis Did you try asking people where you can find some tajine? as a Moroccan i refusee to think no one took you to one

@ChrisKermis

7 ай бұрын

@starshipsn9948 Don’t worry I’ve had a lot of great tajine! I recently finished another nearly 6 week trip in Morocco 🇲🇦

@starshipsn9948

7 ай бұрын

@@ChrisKermis Niceee,glad to see more people come to visit our beautiful kingdom, also have you heard about the city "Ifran" you should visit nd make a vid about it but in the winter wen its snowing :)

Good advices . Thanks.

I’m planning a trip to Morocco in November and I really love the honesty and detail you include in your videos. SUPER helpful so thank you for taking the effort to make these videos 😊 🙏

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m glad they’ve helped!

@stevewells8646

Жыл бұрын

I spent a week in Fez. Started in Tangier. Oh what a trip. No guide and we took the train to travel. Prepare to have your mind blown!

@najibchukri3441

11 ай бұрын

How was your trip

@livalee8417

10 ай бұрын

Im going November too😊

@user-tk3cg3vl9y

8 ай бұрын

I will not suggest you to visit a corrupt country😂

Yess! The train is great from Casa to Marrakech!

very good info..thank you

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful!

Thank you chris for your honnest view about my country. You are always welcome , there is still plenty of things, food, traditions to explore.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I certainly hope to return!

Thank you so much Chris. Very insightful of what to expect. I was so looking forward to do filming and taking drone shots in the beautiful landscapes of Morocco. Apparently it’s not that easy thing to do 😢. Appreciate for the heads up

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!

U are fun and informative..keep it up

@ChrisKermis

5 ай бұрын

Thank you, glad you like the videos!

Great video thank you mate I’m travelling to Marrakesh end of the month for a week 🇲🇦☀️👍

@ChrisKermis

8 ай бұрын

Thank you, I hope the weather’s cooled down a bit by the time you get here!

you're an intelligent man. Choukran.

Nice

I love your video , you got a new subscriber 😊

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Good stuff, thanks!

Top advice! Currently staying in Marrakech and wished I watched this video 1st

@ChrisKermis

2 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽 Enjoy your time there!

I have hitchhiked from u.k to gibraltar and I have a ferry booked for morocco for Monday. ❤this video

@ChrisKermis

6 ай бұрын

Have a great trip!

good tips!

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks for all the great news. I was going to visit from Spain but you talked me out of it.

@ChrisKermis

11 ай бұрын

That's a shame. Travelling Morocco is never going to be the same as travelling Spain but it's a rich experience helped by some cultural awareness.

@user-bm8cl6mc9o

26 күн бұрын

Do both bc they’re so close together!

Very good tips!

@ChrisKermis

6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

very good. thank you

i hope everyone enjoys their trip im going soon too 🎉

Thank you for a very enjoyable and informative vlog 😊

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad it helped!

Very good advice especially about the toilet paper . Lol!

I been to Marco. In 2013 from the airport right to my hotel. I didn't get to see the life however that was almost 11yrs ago. I'm sorry but I want to move there I love ❤ this place. I can't wait to visit/ live there. thank you for this video. I'm also Muslim inshallah I enjoy the culture ❤

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

It's an amazing country with so much to offer, I hope you make it there soon ❤

Great country 👏 👌

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️

Petit taxis are used in the cities, Grand taxis are for longer journeys, ex. from one town to another and both can be collective taxis 😉

@ChrisKermis

9 ай бұрын

Good info, thanks!

Just want to add... 1. Tipping isnt expected outside of medium-nice restaurants (and even then you dont have to) - they will just chance it with foreigners (taxis and touts). Tip if you want but if they're cheeky enough to ask then don't. 2. They always (95% of the time) have change just refuse to leave until theyve given you all of it, more time theyll pretend not to realise theyve shortchanged you so check everytime dont let them get away for it even if its only 1-2 dirhams because it empowers them to do it to the next person. 3. never rock up to the train station 20 minutes before a train thinking youll be able to buy a ticket and board in that time, more often than not theres a long queue to get a ticket and the train will be sold out, book a day in advance (online or in station). 4. Finally believe me - if they work with tourists theyre going to be making a lot more than the average person so for the love of god don't pity them and pay more because i assure you they are likely living more than comfortably. This video is pretty much spot on. Youll love morocco its amazing - just so long as you stay vigilant. I know plenty of people who hated their time there because they let people walk over them wherever they went.

@ChrisKermis

11 ай бұрын

Great info to add, thanks George!

@zoeliu48

5 ай бұрын

Great tips! Love this and thanks for sharinf

@kritikasingh2700

5 ай бұрын

Hey George, where did you book your online train tickets from ?

@smylulula

5 ай бұрын

Gold! Thanks for the great tips!

@sushiacid

3 ай бұрын

Are in drives morrocs equivalent to uber okay to get to travel from hotel to markets etc 15 20 min journeys?

Having lived here in Morocco for over 34 years, I can confidently say that tipping is not ALWAYS expected. Moroccans, in general, do not tip. Tipping, which is voluntary, takes place in places considered as being upmarket and high class. That said, following a few days of touring with an official tourist guide and vehicle driver, tipping, to show appreciation, is normal practice.

Chris, your lunches looked good, fresh and colourful, nicely presented. What didn’t you like about the kebabs??

I’m a Moroccan and I like what you said regarding the do and don’t advice while in the country.

Welcome to Morocco 😍😍

Thanks, very helpful video. Can you recommend a nice restaurant in Casablanca or Rabat with traditional food?

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Check out my videos on Casablanca and Rabat - I particularly enjoyed the food in Rabat and Restaurant Marocain Dar Safran was my top meal in Morocco

for the moroccan food, it's takes time and therefore it will be more expensive, also we do lot of coking , after all we are conserve country which mean we have the family standers like to have dinner in one table is a must, but tajin is just a small part of our food, you need to try "Bastilla, Mrozia and so many stuff "

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely would love to try more, tajines were a great start!

@user-xo9hq6qz3l

Жыл бұрын

who doesnt have family standards to have dinner in one?

@Thearrowstrikes

Жыл бұрын

@33 12 he is just saying its a big part of our culture to have family meals, as much as possible, depending on peoples lifestyles, work etc, some families all eat from one big shared dish.

Thanks for sharing, Chris! We are headed there early fall and these detailed tips are very helpful as we plan. Great video 😃

@ChrisKermis

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was useful, enjoy your trip!

Great video, thanks Chris. Informative and respectful of the culture. Looking forward to a trip to Marrakesh.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, have a great trip to Marrakesh!

Petit taxis are for short, local journeys. Often they can't operate outside of a specific area such as the central area of a city. You may also find that the taxi will pick up other passengers on the way to your destination, that's standard practice, but don't expect it to mean a reduction in your own fare! Grand taxis are for longer journeys such as from one town to another, or from the city centre out to the suburbs or the airporr to your hotel. You can also get shared grand taxis, which operate more like buses. You can either pay for the whole taxi to yourself if you're in a rush, or wait for the taxi to fill up with other passengers. This will obviously be cheaper as you only pay for your share, but you may be waiting around a while for the taxi to fill up.

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@andybaker2456

Жыл бұрын

@@ChrisKermis No problem! I also meant to add that the Al Boraq TGV starts all the way up in Tangier, and heads down to Rabat and Casablanca. And the fact that non-Muslims can't enter mosques is a ruling put in place by the French when Morocco was a French colony, rather than by the Muslim population. As you know, it's generally OK for non-Muslims to visit mosques in many other Muslim countries (I think Tunisia also has that restriction?). I believe there are two mosques in Morocco that can be visited though, there's one other somewhere, but off the top of my head I can't think where it is!

@espartanam

Жыл бұрын

me?? taking notes. thanks for adding more details about the cabs and mosques. Kindly ask you about women attire. Restricions on cover head and etc. And can man wear shorts? sorry first time going to Morocco. i found this chanel amazingly helpful.

@andybaker2456

Жыл бұрын

@espartanam Morocco is a fairly liberal country when it comes to dress. As non-Muslims can't enter mosques there's no need for women to cover their heads, and yes, men can wear shorts. You will hardly ever see local men wearing them (certainly above a certain age) but you as a tourist will be fine. That said, women shouldn't overdo their dress if they want to avoid attention. If you're in a beach town, don't think you can walk around town in your beachwear, save that for the beach and ONLY the beach, especially if you're wearing a bikini! Generally you don't need to dress conservatively with everything covered, just be mindful of dressing too provocatively if you want to avoid unwanted attention. Shorts (but not TOO short!) and t-shirts are fine.

@espartanam

Жыл бұрын

@@andybaker2456 omg!! thank you so much for the info. so glad. thank you :)

Great tips! I hope soon I can visit Morocco I been wanting to visit so long. People couldn't survive as a door dash driver plenty of time we don't get tips even if you are early and the food is hot lol I understand tips help but people need to realize they are not mandatory when it comes to just doing your job. I wish I got tips when I worked at a call center if that's the case.

Welcome morocco ❤

As a Muslim living in the US I can't wait to go there

I am a new to Channel love his video very funny..

Thank you for this post. Im going to Tangiers on June 6th & I'm so worried about transport.

@ChrisKermis

11 ай бұрын

I’ve not been there yet but generally got around Moroccan cities just fine. Be alert as always for rip offs in taxis!

Good people Morocco 🇲🇦 ❤🎉

Can you do one on internet and mobile data?

The pre paid revolut card is worth taking works in the ATM too

Thank you Chris. A lot of sound advice. We are coming to Morocco in our Campervan in a few weeks, End of April 2024) and In our travels to many countries, or Wise Card has been brilliant. Has worked in virtually all ATM's, and we cash out directly in local currency, avoiding the very poor rates of the banks who's ATM it is. We are Wheely Living... :)

@ChrisKermis

19 күн бұрын

This is something I certainly need to start doing myself, thanks!

👍👍👍

I’m glad you mentioned the photo weirdness. My wife is Moroccan and we visit her family regularly and I’m still taken aback by that happening. I’ve started using a Nikon which is much smaller than my mobile and it draws less attention. One thing you missed is the rising crime rate, especially in Casablanca, for Moroccans and tourists. Purse snatching is on the rise, frequently by scooter based teams, so close to the body bags are best, especially properly worn backpacks. But but be aware of your surroundings is the best rule.

Hello, could you please tell me what type of controls are in the airport, are there neccesary any papers and how long before the flight we need to be in the airport?

Hi Chris - thanks for the video really useful. Can I ask if contactless payments for restaurants is a thing or is it very much cash only ? thanks

@ChrisKermis

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, I’m pretty sure I didn’t use it myself, but it was a year ago when I was there so things may well have changed

Maestro cards barely work anywhere lol a tip for your next trip.

bro about friday everthing is closed just from 12;00 to 15,00 , 3hours cause at this time people go to pray after that everything turn to be normal and its the best time to try morrocan couscous

@ChrisKermis

Жыл бұрын

Good info, thanks!

Great video, sounds was slightly troubled

@ChrisKermis

8 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽 My equipment has improved since the days of making this video as has my editing. Always more to learn though in this game

Hey Chris, Know anything bout the flowers there ??

I've visited the Kingdom five times and have had wonderful experiences. I agree with everything you say here. Morocco is a wonderful experience but travelers (especially from the USA) should do their research and use reputable travel companies.

@cm123456789ful

3 ай бұрын

im from the USA travelling europe right now and im thinking of my last stop being in marrakesh in mid february. can you elaborate on why (especially from USA)?

@stj53

3 ай бұрын

I enjoyed the history, architecture, atmosphere, FOOD!, and Moroccan hospitality. You will be treated as a guest wherever you go. They really like Americans. There are riads that will make you feel like a prince. @@cm123456789ful

Helpful tips Chris - spot on