location

Villa Alexandra is 13km from Marrakech (20 minutes’ drive) and 30km from Ourika, the fertile and scenic valley where almost all the vegetables and fruit are produced for Marrakech, and where there is a wonderful Berber market on Mondays. The High Atlas mountains are just beyond, offering endless opportunities including walking/trekking, skiing, and horse riding. The picturesque seaside towns of Essaouiria and Oualidia are a 2.5 hour’s drive.

Morocco’s latitude is similar to southern California. It is the most western of the North African countries, bordered in the north by the Mediterranean and in the west by the Atlantic. It is a country of many beaches with dramatic coastlines, mountain ranges, rivers and the great dunes of the Sahara. Morocco has been a kingdom since 1955 and the present constitutional monarch is King is Mohammed VI. There is a strong stable government with an elected chamber of representatives.

Morocco is a fascinating destination and Marrakech is positioned perfectly to enjoy the diverse landscapes and cultural activities. The desert, mountains and the sea are all within hours and your stay will never be long enough to enjoy all that it has to offer. Marrakech is vibrant and full of the most wonderful restaurants and nightlife. The contrast between the more modern town and the souks of the old Medina are a source of fascination – the shopping is excellent in both!

GETTING THERE

Marrakech is the shortest distance you can travel from Europe and wind up somewhere genuinely different.  There are flights every day from the UK and regular flights from most European airports. Easyjet, British Airways, Ryan Air, Thomson and Royal Air Maroc. Flying time from the UK is just over 3 hours.  The nearest airport is Marrakech Menara Airport (20 mins by car). Airport transfers are normally arranged on your behalf, depending on numbers and size of vehicle, the return journey is approximately £50 - £100.