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Travel & Transport info - THE KINGDOM OF Morocco
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HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: Morocco
As with most destinations in Africa you have to careful about what you drink and eat in order to avoid getting a bad case of 'Montazumas Revenge'. Buying food from street vendors carries some degree of risk, although you are more likely to suffer a stomach upset from eating at the hotel buffet. Tap water should not be drunk and try to avoid salads as these are often washed in water not fit for drinking. There is plenty of bottled water available throughout the country. Luckily Morocco is basically malaria-free. There are a few areas near the border with Mauritania that can harbor malaria but it's an unlikely destination even for the hardiest of travelers.
Immunizations
No vaccinations are required by law to enter Morocco but if you are the type of traveller that likes to take all the recommended precautions, then Typhoid and Hepatitis A are two vaccinations that are recommended. It's always a good idea to get advice from your doctor.
Crime
Violent crime is still quite rare in Morocco but getting harassed by "guides" and petty theft is fairly common. Avoid walking alone at night especially in unlit areas and on the beach. Take care of your valuables and don't flaunt your jewellery.
Drugs
Morocco has strict penalties for those caught purchasing or using drugs including "kif" as the local marijuana or hashish is called. That said, kif is smoked by a sizeable percentage of the Moroccan male population and many, young surfers in particular, visit Morocco with this in mind. Just be careful. Do not buy kif from anyone off the street it is usually of inferior quality and you don't really want to spend a lot of time in a Moroccan jail. More information can be found in an article by Anouk Zilma here: Smoking hashish in Morocco
Women Travelers
Morocco is an Islamic country so be modest in what you wear. Avoid short skirts, shorts or tank tops. Wear a bikini or swimsuit only at a pool or on a beach. You'll probably attract attention regardless what you wear, just ignore it and move on, most of it is harmless. |
