Our day out had been more hectic and with more of an edge to it than anticipated, and had still been an eye-opening spectacle. But it was drawing to an end and with a last shuttle home to catch we were wondering if we would ever locate it?
Eventually we found an arched gateway leading out of the far edge of the sprawling market. We accosted a passerby who assisted us in locating our position, which not surprisingly turned out to be on completely the wrong side of the city. We realised that despite the blasting heat, we would need to run for it, around the extensive perimeter of the vast market rather than risk going through it againΒ The bus was just closing its doors as we found it, hot and sweaty from our African summer sprint. Not exactly doctorβs orders.
Another nonβpool based rest day was required. We watched from our lazy loungers as someone else appeared to have sustained a life threatening injury, having wiped-out on the enormously slippy marble floor, which was constantly being washed down for an extra deadly sheen. A group of hotel staff were struggling to revive the man. In the meantime 2 others went down behind them. Was a bit funny, but not really. Jeremy Beadle would have loved it.
Sounds like you had quite a thrilling and scary holiday! Glad your child’s skull was still in tact. Always scary to have a medical emergency in a foreign country.
Once you know they are going to be ok you can relax again. Injury apart, it was a great holiday.
I was in Morocco last year and this brought back so many memories! π
That sounds like quite some head injury! I’ve wanted to go to Morocco for years and, despite the head injury, that choice of hotel near Marrakesh looks like a great option.
The hotel was beautiful and handy for trips out.
This must have been such a cool trip. And your hotel looks absolutely amazing!
I love that you took your kids with you! I’m so sorry about the head injury – I can imagine the fear of this happening while on vacation but glad everything was ok! Love the photos – it’s my dream to come here!
Thank you. It was very photogenic. Even the grumpy camels.I hope your travel dreams come true.
Wow what a trip! The camel experience looks cool (even if they were a little grumpy like you say!) Thanks for the useful lessons learned – I’m going to need them one day when I’m traveling with my kids!
I’ve been dreaming of visiting Morocco for years! And so cool that you traveled there with kids. It sounds like you had a lot of fun!
Morocco is such a unique place. I went in December of 2018 and I had the time of my life, but there were some scary moments, too! I am not a mom, so I can’t imagine going with children through the souks and narrow alleyways! You are brave haha π
It was an amazing place to visit, even if a bit edgy at times.
What a trip! The waterfall looks amazing!
Congrats on taking the children with you! Morocco is on my list!
I just could not imagine braving Marrakech with children! It felt fine by myself but it’s a chaotic city (part of its charm). Like you, I braved the souks on my own and loved it! And next time I visit, I’d love to visit Ouzoud Falls. I decided to spend a day hiking in the Atlas Mountains instead. Thanks for sharing!
Hiking the Atlas mountains sounds great. Must be hot though!
Wow I didn’t even know about the waterfalls in Marrakesh, or I would have visited – next time!!
Great post, I love all your photos! They have made me miss Morocco so much!
What an informative guide!! The monkeys dressed in nappies would definitely be a culture shock for me too! Good to know it’s safe for kids though π
Wow I didn’t know about those waterfalls! I definitely need to go back to Morocco and visit them! Thank you for sharing, your kids must be having the adventures of a lifetime!
I am dying to go to Morocco! All the places look so beautiful! π
Morocco is a place I am dying to see! And was it even a real holiday if you don’t end up without visiting a local hospital? I feel like when I was a kid we had a ton of these occasions!
Sounds like an amazing trip although the injury sounded scary! Morocco is at the very top of my bucket list and I canβt wait to visit!
Looks like you had a great time! I’m desperate to go to Morrocco- these are lovely photos
Despite the head injury and stitches needed, it sounds like a great vacation, and one you won’t forget! Ouzoud Falls looks really beautiful and like a great excursion from Marrakesh.
I would love to take my (future) kids travelling to see other cultures! A great experience for them π
That looks fabulous!! As soon as this global handbrake comes off….#CulturedKids
I know what you mean!
Looks amazing, canβt wait to be able to travel again #CulturedKids
Your post brought back happy memories of our trip to Morocco with three kids, including two under 5s. My teen thinks it’s the best family holiday we’ve ever had and is really keen to go back again. We missed out on the head injuries, although getting lost is clearly an essential part of the souk experience. Thanks for joining in with #CulturedKids
It’s quite the adventure, isn’t it? You are brave taking 2 under 5 anywhere! I’d love to go back and stay in a traditional riad.
Yet again, you have me laughing at your exploits, although deepest sympathies for the awful head injury! Glad it repaired itself …. Thanks for all the tips and ideas – I went with a group of girls and absolutely fell in love with the place, even if we all got horrendous stomach bugs whilst there … #culturedkids
This country is not always great for your health is it? Still great though!
As we head into lockdown 3.0 in 2021 I’m way too late commenting on your post, apologies for not getting my act together sooner! This has got me excited to plan a holiday when Covid is more in control! I’ve not done Morocco with children but that waterfall looks like a fabulous place to cool off on a hot day. One for the list #culturedkids!
Won’t it be great to travel again? The spray of the waterfall was pretty magical in the Moroccan heat. (I still don’t know why they had massive sunflowers on those boats but they were great)