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Wow to most of the answers lol.
I am American and I live here in Morocco. Marrakech especially is FULL of people that look just like you. You will be fine inshaAllah. You are not expected to cover your head and you don't have to fear acid in your face. jjjeeeeeez. For the person ranting on about the middle east....ahhhh Morocco is not in the middle east lol. Nor should that matter really.
Again you will be fine inshaAllah. Ask a female that works in the hotel you will stay in if she knows a female who can be an escort for you to show you around. You can pay a small amount, have a friend to hang out with who knows the place. |
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sastick
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i felt that is was a lot safer to travell in marakesh then in england, the people there seem so much nicer but do not try to stay out to late and try getting a english speaking taxi, ask for their card and then they can be your travell for the duration, verry nice people! |
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Truckingnessa
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My husband and I travelled to Morocco in January 2006.My husband was getting over a recent illness and operation so could only stay around resort to relax an re coop.I would go out to chemist and do the shopping on my own and I was perfectly safe.Not once did I feel intimidated or unsafe and the Moroccans are very helpful,they sometimes stare but you get that in alot of country's.One taxi driver helped me find a chemist open on Sunday and helped translate what I needed to the pharmacy.There are some stall holders or shop owners that try and persuade you to go into their shop and buy things but just say no thank you and they will leave you alone,they can be a little annoying but not threatening.I hope you enjoy your weekend. |
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Vagabonda
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Perfectly safe provided you are respectful - which mostly for a girl of your age and looks means wearing clothes which don't just fully cover your arms and legs but are baggy over the whole of your body and not in any way see-through or low cut. Anything else will make you look like to the locals likea tart or prostitute which means you can expect to be treated like one without your consent.
When you want to strip off - do it in a Haman - wonderful baths which have women only opening times and are a real eye opener. |
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sabrina
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i was in morroco last august and it was a very crowded city. i travelled with my husband and 17 year old daughter.
she got a huge amount of attention including some very unwanted attention in spite of the fact that she was always accomapnied by myself or my husband. however although the attention was sometimes unpleasant e.g. pinched bottoms and legs rubbed this was only in the very crowded central square ay night. i would say to you be very careful and take all precautions. stay with main routes and dotn go out late alone or into quiet areas. within the hotel assuming its a good one i am sure you will be safe. but out side i think you will have some unwanted attention. |
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supervie
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Take me with you, I'll be your body guard, plus I know all the right places to visit, just kidding. I think you will be fine in Marrakech, Casablanca is a different story. Stay away from bars and clubs if you are alone.
Good luck |
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emayrossy
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i think the rules are the same as here, dont go out late alone, get into cars with strangers, go on reputable tours etc? |
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Prodigal Son
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When I travel I prefer to have someone around me,
I think it would best that you get yourself a travel companion.
Thank you :)
Have a good holiday and stay safe xx |
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Maddison
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Hi, i used to live there(tangiers)
and i was 20 blonde blue eyed
(female)and i had the best time
of my life (5 years) i had no problems
at all, and i have heard marrakesh
is great, however where ever you
go in the world you have to take care.
forgot to mention i lived in tangiers alone. |
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Penfold
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Morrocan men are serious lechers to say the least. They will try it on heavily. They can try it on so heavily, it can get scary if you are not used to it. Wear a wedding ring or something to indicate you are married or have a boyfriend. It doesn't happen to all women by all men but just be aware.
if need be, find the nearest white passerby and temporarily pretend he's your boyfriend. Morroccans will leave you alone if they believe you are in a relationship. |
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Tia
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It is much safer than people say/think. I've been to Marrakech and would happily go on my own.
Just use your common sense as you would visiting any foreign city.
Do be respectful of their culture and religion but that does not mean you have to dress or act as the locals do. Dress sensibly and respectfully, dont wear lots of jewellery etc... casual is better. You will be approached but then it is a tourist place!!! Just be polite but firm and they will leave you alone.
Marrakech is amazing and so are the people, you'll have a great time! |
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dukeofspace
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If I were your parent I would be worried too. Why not take a companion or two and stick together while you're there, alternatively go somewhere a bit safer.....
I think your mum is right, and remember she's worried because she cares about you. |
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Barbie V
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please dont go alone |
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Shossi
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It is one place I'd prefer to have a companion with me. You can always hire a guide to go with you when you are out.
One of the most fascinating places to go is Djemaa el-Fna--the huge market in the middle of the town. There are places to shop and to eat, and , etc.,. But, at night is when it comes alive, with dancers, snake charmers, fortune tellers, and all sorts of entertainment. Late night is a great place there. It should not be missed. But, I would never go there by myself. If you cannot get a traveling companion, hire a guide to go with you. Your hotel, or riad-where ever you stay-can find someone for you. |
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Tony
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come maroc I sho you eveyting, its nice no problim |
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S Csparky
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no not on your own.!! |
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Elliott J
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If you are not Arab, I'd be worried, especially a 20 yr old by herself. Morocco is not like it was 30 years ago. |
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Reggie
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watch yourself you really have to go by the rules and remember you are in another country and do not wander alone?keep in the tourist bits and if you ant to go out at night make sure you are not alone ?also make sure you are in a good hotel the staff will keep you on the right tract and keep your mum posted as she will be up the wall with worry take care |
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bioGeek
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Well Marrakesh is a tourist place, so you will be pretty safe =] The people there speak french, arabic, and Moroccan..if you know french, then thats great, but if not try to learn some phrases if you want to. You will most likely see a lot of tourists who might probably speak English if you need help.
Morocco is a beauutfill country, you will love it there! And no, you do not need to cover yourself there..just don't wear anything that sluts would..
But here are some warnings:
*Don't go to Casablanca!!!!
*Don't stray far from tourist areas by yourself with out a guide who knows their stuff.
* You might get a little unwanted attention from the guys there..I mean, I went there for a summer, i'm >Moroccan<, and I'm not even blonde lol and I got a lot unwanted attention...it can get annoying but I don't look at them or talk to them.. (My avatar does not look like me :P )
*It is a pretty safe place, but try not to wear a lot of gold, or show that you have money in side your purse..I was walking around in Fes one day, and someone came up to me and tried to persuade me to give him my hand and he will pray for me while holding my hand.. I was going to give my hand but I caught myself and remembered that my hands had rings on them..after that my aunt told me that those people do that to people who visit morocco and take their rings =/ But don't worry, that will probably NOT happen!! Have a good time, don't worry, nobody will come after you trying to kidnap you lol!!! Have fun!!
(p.s: that incident happened in another city, not Marrakesh=]) |
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princess
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i Am a single female I went there in August a had a great time just remember to be careful going up back streets
If you speak French or Arabic you will be fine, I only speak English!
The view point to look for is La Koutoubia as it is at the centre and I used that to get my bearing to other places. The sensible thing to do is take the tourist bus which will take you every where in one day its all in French so I didn’t use it, really wish I had it would have cut back on so much walking
It stops at all the sights Gueliz (the shops), menara, Ali ben Youssef School, The bahia Place, El badi Plaice, but I walked to all theses places it was a long walk on a hot day I also went to the Majorelle Gardens and local art centre, but then I had 5 days.
The main bus station is at the Medina and my hotel was just across the road I suggest you try a Tagine at lunch time there are some nice places opposite the gates to the Medina it cost no more than £3 to eat a large beef or chicken tagine (stew)
And at night go to the square and eat at the stalls again no more than £3 or £4
Then watch the free entertainment and enjoy a fresh orange juice for 3p
Good luck have fun I did |
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Daisyhill
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I wouldn't. They will give you hassle....if you are determined then wear a wedding ring....and DONT get into conversations with men...say "i'm married..husband will be back now" |
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Lola(;*
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I'm sure you will be fine.
You have to be careful if your white and in your twenties. There are a lot of drug sellers.
Try to ignore them and say "bugger Off"
they will probably listen to you.
If your going out at night time, Please be
extremely careful they kidnap and whatnot.
Morocco is beautiful. I haven't been but friends have said.
I'm from south africa so it should be similar.
Enjoy your stay and be carefull.
OH and buy bottled water from the store!
You may want to drink sink/tap water because, the water [H20] can be very dangerous: Stomac Flu and what not.
and arent you lucky going. Enjoy your stay. |
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mindblock
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The men will be after you like crazy. Make sure you cover your legs and arms. Be on your guard. |
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liz m
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I adored Morroco and most times I walked outside with my husband and I commented on how civilised the men were. Then on a day my husband wanted to stay in the hotel, I went shopping alone. It was a terrible ordeal and very uncomfortable as the men tried to flirt. Definatelty wear respectable clothing to lessen the attention. |
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cunny
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The least that will happen is that you will be pestered (sexually harrassed) everywhere you go. Don't go on your own!! |
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Jason W
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yes,as long 17pdr is not there will not get kidnapped......Jason W |
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M.J K
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First off let me say that im half American and half moroccan, and i go to morocco every year for three months so i know what im talking about. If you look like your avatar which is the same with me you will be hounded by men. They will harrass you and make your stay in morocco a livin nightmare and if come across some southerners as i have many times in the past they might follow you around for awhile. They do it to get a reaction out of you but dont give any. and please for gods sakes dont go alone take a couple of friends with you, and if you with a guy youll be left alone. but other than that morocco is great place and youll have wonderful time. |
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Gigi
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Look, I am quite liberal and open minded myself and I have travelled a lot. Nevertheless due to my experience I would not recommend it.
I dont say that surely something will happen to you, but if you decide to go, you need to be aware of the cultural norms there and go as undetected as you can.
For example, i would only go there with my head covered and loose clothing that would cover my body througout.
I am not exagerrating, as sexual harrassment in the middle east is something that is always blamed on the woman and her appearence.
Everyone would say: Hey! She was asking for it! She did not cover.
They do also have the impression that western women are rather loose, and 'easy'.
In addition a woman travelling alone is something to them very strange, as they would NEVER leave their women to wonder alone.
To them it would mean that your family does not care about your safety and thus why should they? They will look upon you as someone abandoned.
Maybe if you go with other women, it would be better!
I will not name the country, but I entered Sheraton---a top hotel! as a woman alone in the middle east, with my head covered and a full length coat!- and once the porter said madam, room 237 right?, the man that was in the lift just repeated the number assuming that I was doing some kind of business!!! I had to ask to change rooms!
I am in my late twenties and the man was someone of similar age, very modern looking and that is what he thought of me! and imagine I did not even give him a glance!
Later on I figured out, that I should have demanded that the unrelated male should have not entered the lift with me. That is the way things are done there!
Anyhow, good luck with whatever you choose! |
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foxystorky
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Dont be silly. You are inviting trouble. Dont you read the news. |
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Kary L
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I think it's insane for a woman to travel by herself in ANY Muslim country, with maybe Turkey being the exception. If you go, just make sure to wear a Burqa so you don't get acid thrown in your face. |
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