Coastal Morocco

From the wind-shaped fishing port of Essaouira to the blue alleys of Chefchaouen in the Rif.

Essaouira harbour
Coastal Morocco

The Essaouira Wind, the Fish, and the Old Port

Daniel · 28 Mar 2026

Essaouira does not perform for visitors. The wind handles the marketing.

Chefchaouen blue alley
Coastal Morocco

Chefchaouen Beyond the Blue Walls

L. Chen · March 18, 2026

The blue town has been photographed to death. The town that's actually there is older and quieter.