Morocco is a kingdom of wonders that has so much to offer. With four different mountain ranges across the land and the long golden beaches that line the coast between both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, this is a mesmerising destination. In the south of the kingdom you’ll find Morocco’s most famous feature – the spectacular, beguiling Sahara Desert. And throughout the land you’ll find lush oases, cascading rivers, and rich vineyards, it’s truly a kingdom that rewards the curious.
Exotic, but easily accessible, Morocco has a world-class mix of business and leisure facilities and is ranked in the world’s top ten business travel destinations.
Key Regions
Madrid: The capital and largest city, known for its art museums and vibrant street life
Barcelona: Famous for its modernist architecture, including Gaudí's Sagrada Família
Seville: Known for its flamenco dancing, Moorish Alcazar castle, and the Gothic Seville Cathedral
Valencia: Famous for its City of Arts and Sciences, and the birthplace of paella
Granada: Known for the Alhambra, a grand, sprawling hilltop fortress complex
Bilbao: Famous for the Guggenheim Museum and its modern architecture
Málaga: Known for its high-rise hotels and resorts jutting up from yellow-sand beaches
Ibiza: An island in the Mediterranean Sea known for its lively nightlife and beautiful beaches
Canary Islands: Known for their beaches, subtropical climate, and important natural attractions
Mallorca: The largest of the Balearic Islands, known for its beach resorts and sheltered coves
Key Airports
Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport and Barcelona-El Prat Airport are the main international gateways. Madrid is around 2-2.5 hours of direct flight from the UK, and Barcelona is around 2-2.5 hours.
Time Difference
UTC +1 (Central European Time)
UTC +2 (Central European Summer Time)
Main Languages
Spanish
English is commonly used in business and tourist areas
Currency
Euro (€)
Weather & Seasons
Varied climate; Mediterranean in the south and along the coast, continental in the interior, and oceanic in the north. Hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters in most regions.
Morocco is the perfectly designed for corporate events, whether it’s a large-scale meeting, a conference, or an exhibition that is looking for a twist. With a fine selection of four and five star hotels and excellent conference facilities all combined with traditionally excellent Moroccan hospitality, this cultural destination adds flavour to the modern business event. Activ'Travel can source venues and tailor-make a programme to immerse your event in Morocco.
The wide range of regions in Morocco makes for a varied incentive programme. Indulge in the cultural souks and desert regions, self drive up through the Atlas Mountains, relax on the luxury beach resorts or get competitive on one of the many pristine golf courses. Activ'Travel can design the perfect programme to showcase Morocco and suit your groups' needs.