Marrakesh (or Marrakech), the city of luxuryMarrakesh is the fourth largest city in the Kingdom of Morocco.Founded almost a thousand years ago, Marrakesh is known for its famous palaces, 5-star restaurants, luxury spas and hammams, and charming riads (traditional houses) in the medina. From hammams to souks, museums to palaces, there sure are enough to see and do in Marrakesh.Bahia PalaceBahia means brilliance. Built for a former slave who became a favorite of the Sultan, it was intended to be the most dazzling palace of its time! Palace Morocco Marrakech Arabic Bahia Tourism The Bahia Palace Marrakech Souk Morocco Saadian TombsThe Saadian Tombs, an immense 16th-century burial ground, are the final…
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Beautiful Bonifacio, France’s Best-Kept Secret
Bonifacio, also known as the City of Cliffs is probably France’s best-kept secret, despite being the oldest town in Corsica (founded at around 830 A.D.).A combination of cobblestone alleyways, a sparkling shoreline, and white limestone cliffs make it a rewarding escape.Bonifacio is also known as the “Citadel of Cliffs” or the “Mediterranean’s Sentinel”.It is surprisingly untroubled by summer crowds.Bonifacio and Sardinia were once joined, but were torn apart by volcanic activity. The evidence is the huge shards of granite rock in the turquoise sea.The best way to explore Bonifacio with its almost 3,000 population is from the Mediterranean Sea. The clear blue waters of the Med is a calming treat on…
