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Morocco

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Everything You Need to Know Before You GO!

VISA AND PASSPORTS

  • Please check the expiry date on your passport. Travel outside of the United States requires a passport that is valid for at least the next six months.
  • US citizens do not need a visa to enter Morocco. If you are not a US citizen, please check with your diplomatic or consulate office about whether you require a visa for your trip destinations.

CONSULAR INFORMATION

The US State Department provides Country Specific Information sheets for every country in the world as well as Travel Alerts and Warnings. For this information, call 888 407 4747 or 202 501 4444 or see travel.state.gov.

HEALTH

  • Plan to visit your doctor or local travel clinic at least 4-6 weeks before departure to allow time for any vaccinations to take effect or to fill any prescriptions.
  • We strongly suggest purchasing appropriate trip insurance covering medical, baggage, and trip cancellation as needed.
  • Before traveling to Morocco or any other destination, we recommend consulting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for up-to-date information on required and recommended vaccines and medications. Visit cdc.gov/travel or call 800 232 4636 for more information.
  • For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad, consult the World Health Organization (WHO), which contains additional health information for travelers, including detailed country-specific health information.
  • If you received any vaccinations in preparation for your journey, pack your vaccination certificates in your personal carry-on baggage in case you are asked to show them on arrival.
  • Make sure that any medications you require, as well as copies of your prescriptions, are packed in your carry-on luggage and not in your checked baggage.
  • Special meals and allergies: If you require special meals for health or dietary reasons, please let your Da’at tour operator know at least 60 days prior to your departure.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly recommend that you purchase your own travel insurance. Please discuss land, air, and health insurance options with your insurance provider or contact Travel Insured at 1-800-344-6226, ext. 257. Some insurance programs provide more comprehensive coverage when the policy is purchased in close proximity to the initial trip deposit. We therefore recommend that you secure insurance within 14 days of your initial deposit payment date.

CURRENCY AND BANK INFORMATION

  • The official currency of Morocco is the dirham. While the dirham is the only currency officially accepted in Morocco, some hotels may accept your EUR/USD unofficially.
  • Click here to obtain the most current exchange rates.
  • Dirhams cannot be exchanged or purchased outside of Morocco. By law, exchange rates should be the same at all banks and official exchanges. Make a note of the exact rates before you go to make sure you’re getting a fair deal. Besides banks and dedicated exchange offices, major post offices provide exchange and are open late. There are several exchange offices in Casablanca airport.
  • ATMs are abundant in major cities. Make sure that the ATM accepts foreign cards before you put your card in.
  • Credit Cards: It’s best not to completely rely on being able to use your credit card when shopping in Morocco. Some large, tourist-friendly shops, especially the carpet emporiums, will have the necessary equipment, but when paying for smaller purchases, cash will be the only form of payment accepted. When it’s possible to pay for goods and services by credit card, MasterCard and Visa are accepted, but rarely American Express. Diners Club, and Discover cards are not accepted in Morocco.
  • We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on your journey to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be “suspicious” charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back sides of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost, or stolen.
  • For more information about money in Morocco, click here.

ELECTRICITY

  • Electrical sockets in Morocco are known as the “Europlug” – the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • For more information about this, visit worldstandards.eu.
  • Electric shavers, traveling irons, phone rechargers, and other small appliances may require adaptors and/or converters, which you can purchase prior to your departure or at the airport.

TIME ZONE

Morocco Time is five hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time, US. To determine current time in major cities around the world, visit timeanddate.com.

CELL PHONES

Tips to avoid international roaming charges:

  • Use your existing plan – contact your local carrier to find out plans and prices for data roaming.
  • Rent a device – Rent a phone, download your information, and use the borrowed device as if it were your own.
  • Get a local SIM card – Make sure your phone is “unlocked” before purchasing a local SIM card in your destination and using your phone on the local network.
  • Wi-Fi only – Turn off your cellular data, switch your phone to airplane mode, and enable a Wi-Fi connection to access Internet hotspots in your destination.

INTERNATIONAL CALLS

For international calls from Morocco to US: Dial 00-1, followed by the US or Canadian area code and number.

CUISINE

Here’s a recommended restaurant list to help you decide which of Morocco’s many restaurants might suit you best. These are all popular places so we suggest that you plan ahead and make reservations in advance.

FACILITIES FOR THE DISABLED

  • Travel through Morocco for people with special needs is doable/manageable but with few limitations.
  • To enjoy this tour, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. You will encounter cobblestone streets, narrow passageways, and some steep and winding staircases. For the most part, however, the amount of walking you do at the various sites and towns is at your discretion.
  • Many of the streets in the old cities and towns are rutted and run-down, making free exploration very limited and possibly almost impassable for wheelchairs. Many places and sites have stairs only and don’t offer wheelchair access.
  • Airports, public transportation, and some tourist sites are wheelchair-friendly and most hotels have special rooms designed for disabled travelers.
  • When making independent dinner plans, check with your hotel as to which recommended restaurants can best accommodate your needs.
  • The decision to participate in one of these tours is at the sole discretion of each participant.
  • Should you require handicapped facilities, please contact our Customer Service Center.

LANGUAGE

Languages of prestige in Morocco are Arabic in its classical and modern standard Forms and French, the latter of which serves as a second language for many Moroccans. Many Moroccans speak French; English is not widely spoken. It is always worthwhile to speak a little of the local lingo so we recommend you click here for some useful French words and phrases.

WEATHER

Morocco is hot and sunny for most of the year. Winter (November to February) is generally mild although temperatures at night can get down to the 40’s Fahrenheit (10 C). A dusting of snow is not unusual in Northern Morocco and the Atlas Mountains get a lot of snow. Winters in the north of the country and along the coast can be quite wet. Winters in the south are drier but colder, especially at night.

Use a website such as weather.com to find average temperatures and rainfall during your travel times.

WHAT TO PACK

Click here for our suggested packing checklist.

BAGGAGE

Confirm baggage limitations with your international carrier before packing. Remember that airlines can change their baggage restrictions at any time.

FLIGHTS & AIRPORTS

  • Be sure to reconfirm your international flights with your airline 24 hours prior to your departure.
  • Passengers must check in for international flights from the US/Canada at least three hours prior to departure time. 

Airport Security
Security checks are carried out routinely for your protection and safety. Expect to be asked about the contents of your luggage, who packed it, whether anyone asked you to transport items for them, and whether your luggage remained with you before you arrived at the airport. Do not take any mail, packages, or unknown items from anyone either before or after arriving at the airport.

ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TRANSFERS

  • If your package includes arrival and departure transfers, this will be detailed in your travel documents which will be e-mailed to you up to one week prior to your trip.
  • If you deviate from the arrival and/or departure dates and time as specified in your travel documents, you will need to arrange your own transfers. Alternatively, you may request a transfer service up to three working days prior to your arrival and the cost of the transfer service will be added to your invoice.
  • When requesting a transfer service, please provide us with your flight information. Your arrival transfer is guaranteed for up to one hour from your scheduled arrival time in order to compensate for minor delays.
  • Da’at or the transfer company will not be responsible for delays, for any reason, beyond one hour from your originally scheduled arrival time. In case of a delay, it will be your responsibility to contact Da’at directly and/or to make other transfer arrangements, such as by taxi.
  • Transfer costs are not refundable and any additional expenses will be your responsibility.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

  • Morocco has a far-reaching network of public transport. Rail, bus, and collective (also known as “grand”) taxis pretty much cover most of the country, with larger transit vans and Berber trucks covering the more inaccessible areas.
  • Urban public transport is mostly buses and taxis.
  • Taxi: Operating in all cities and large towns are local taxis called “Petits Taxis.” These small four-door vehicles can take up to 3 passengers and are the most convenient and inexpensive way to get around town.
  • Renting a car: One can rent a car from a number of internationally known car rental companies or choose a local rental company. A passport, major credit card, and US or Canadian driver’s license will be required.

CHECKING IN AT YOUR HOTEL

If you arrive at your hotel before the customary 3:00 p.m. check-in time, your room may not be available. Store your luggage with the concierge and take the time to walk around and get a feel for your new city.

 

PROTECTING VALUABLE ITEMS

  • Hotel safes are usually provided and can be used to protect valuables such as passports, medications, jewelry, money, and electronics. If you must carry valuables, keep them on your person at all times, be mindful of your surroundings, and take extra caution in crowds.
  • We recommend photocopying the personal information pages of your passport and leaving one copy with a family member or friend and packing another in a place separate from the passport itself. You can also scan your passport and email a copy to yourself for easy online access. This will help you to secure a replacement quickly should the need arise.

SHOPPING

Where and whether to shop while traveling with Da’at is a personal choice and shopping is never compulsory. If at any point during your journey you feel pressured to shop or make purchases, please immediately discuss the matter with your tour educator.

TIPPING GUIDELINES

We recommend the following for tipping (amounts in US dollars):

Groups of 20 participants or more:
Da’at Tour educator/escort $8, local guide $5, and driver $3 per participant per day

  • Groups of 10–19 participants:
    Da’at Tour educator/escort $10, local guide $6, and driver $3 per participant per day
  • Recommended restaurant tipping when lunch or dinner is “not included in package”:
    10%-15% depending on your satisfaction.
  • Porter: Included in your package.

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

Police 19
Ambulance / Fire Brigade 15
International Information 120