The Rif

Enchanting blue-washed medinas, Mediterranean resort towns, Spanish protectorate influence, and a taste of local Moroccan life

Come for

• Enchanting and charming blue-washed medinas, surrounded by mountains (in the not to be missed town Chefchaouen)
• A series of resort towns overlooking the Mediterranean with welcoming beaches, cafés and restaurants, that are off the tourism beaten track (Al Hoceima and Saïdia)
• Food and architecture of the Spanish protectorate era
• A friendly, low-key tourist vibe with a taste of local Moroccan life

Don’t expect

• The stunning sunsets found along the Atlantic Coast
• The creature comforts of some of Morocco’s more popular tourism destinations