Overview of Marrakech and Farewell
January 29, 2013
From the time I was a little girl I have been enchanted
by tales of foreign lands, eager to immerse myself in the smells, sights and
sounds of these captivating landscapes.
And after crossing oceans and deserts to arrive at
North Africa’s Red City – Marrakech – I am pleased to say that it was
well worth the wait. Marrakech was all I hoped it would be with her
stylish riads, magical museums, theatrical restaurants, and colorful
souks. It allowed me to be in a constant state of exotic intoxication and utter
bliss.
Over the course of a few days I found myself in love
with this city that had bewitched me body and soul, and in
discovering Marrakech, I also discovered a part of myself.
Thank you Marrakech for the adventure, for
all the wonderful memories, and for all the incredible people I met along the
way. Until we meet again.
Our days were spent walking through the souks and
shopping at the city’s best boutiques like Al Matjar and AYA’S where the likes
of Sarah Jessica Parker, Barbara Streisand and Julia Roberts have shopped. Of
course I could not help but treat myself to some gorgeous new
accessories.
At night we enjoyed meals and drinks at some of the
city’s best restaurants and lounges. My favorite was Al Fassia, in
Gueliz, a restaurant run entirely by women that serves traditional Moroccan
food and wine. The restaurant’s ambiance was part of the allure, elegantly
decorated in rich tones, set off by crisp white cloths. The night was so warm
and beautiful that we decided to dine outdoors by candle light. Our meal
was a delicious mixture of salads, meats and sweets that characterized the best
in Moroccan cuisine.
The perfect place for drinks is the spectacular La
Mamounia Hotel. The entire property evokes the elegance and deep romance of
Moorish design. As I sat back enjoying the property and my drink, I gave cheers
and thanks to dreams coming true!
If you think Marrakech lacks in night life then you’re dead wrong. The city offers an array of places to dance the night away. One of the city’s best is the restaurant-lounge-nightclub Jad Mahal filled with stylish Europeans clicking glasses of Champagne in a chic setting that blends Indian and Moroccan décor. We enjoyed a night of eating, drinking and dancing among jet-setters as guests were treated to a performance by belly dancers. What a great night and experience it turned out to be.
Thank you Marrakech for being all I hoped you would be!
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