Morocco

Top 10 Things

  • What NOT to do
  • What to do
  • When traveling with your Significant Other, do not hold hands or show any PDA while in public. It is considered very rude and offensive --Faithy
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  • In Ramadan, when people are fasting, you should not eat or drink in front of them. You can do this in private. --Mustapha
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  • When invited to a house don't come wearing shorts. --Mustapha
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  • You should not drink alcohol in public places, except in bars.. --Mustapha
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  • It seems careless and offensive to wear casual clothes for a wedding. --Mustapha
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  • Avoid using The thumb and index to mean 'ok'. In Morocco it actually means “zero” or “worthless ” in Morocco --Mustapha
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  • As a tourist, expect that local people, especially in small villages, would keep staring at you for a while. So don't be offended. Most people in villages are very generous and welcoming. --Mustapha
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  • People eat in one plate. Eat just in the area in front of you. Don't eat from another one's area. --Mustapha
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  • Never reject a gift that is given to you. Moroccan people are generous and like to give gifts. --Mustapha
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  • Don't start eating until the host gives you the permission to do so. Remember not to eat with your left hand. --Mustapha
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  • In the Souks, keep bartering! Set the price you want to pay and start at a lower price. Be prepared to walk away. If the stall holders think you're asking a fair price, they will call you back to complete a sale. --Bernie
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  • Wash your hands before eating, for most people don't use forks and spoons. --Mustapha
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  • You should taste the delicious Tajine and couscous and drink the amazing mint tea. --Mustapha
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  • Take off your shoes before entering the living room in a home. --Mustapha
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  • when entering the mosque or a place that is considered sacred, you should take off your shoes and show respect by showing good manners. --MUSTAPHA
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  • Bring some gifts to a wedding you are invited to. People bring packets of sugar and give some money to the spouses. --Mustapha
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  • As a guest, and before eating, you should wait for the host to bring you water to wash you hands. Before eating, wait for the host's permission. Say 'bismilah', which means in the name of God. And remember to use your right hand to eat. --Mustapha
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  • Make sure you are wearing pants when invited to a house. --Mustapha
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  • Before buying something, try different store to make sure that the price is the same. Some sellers when they see a tourist they raise the price. --Mustapha
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  • Wear a suit or Moroccan traditional clothes for a wedding. --Mustapha
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