Morocco has a long coastline; it stretches for more than 1100 miles along both the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It's known for laid-back beach towns, good surfing, and better seafood.
With limited time left in Marrakech, we take you for a day trip to the coastal town of Essaouira, It's an ancient coastal town dating back to at least the 5th century BC. Like much of the rest of Morocco, the settlement passed through many hands over the years (Phoenician, Roman, etc.) until the Portuguese colonized it in the 1500s.
During your trip, visit an association of Berber women producing argan oil, see the local markets, and marvel at the gems in the jeweler's quarter.
