Morocco is participating, for the first time, this year in the Belgrade Tourism Fair to take place between 22nd to 25th February 2018 at the Belgrade Sajam.
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Belgrade invites you to visit the Moroccan booth (n°1408) at the main Hall, to discover all what Morocco has to offer to Serbian tourists as a safe, exotic and reasonably priced destination mixing both modernity and millennia old traditions.
Be our guests. The representatives of the Moroccan National Office for Tourism and the members of the Embassy will be pleased to answer any questions regarding visiting Morocco.
Presentation of the Kingdom’s exceptional touristic offer
Its location at the intersection of Europe and Africa makes Morocco a real crossroads bordered by the waters of the Mediterranean and open to the vast stretches of the Atlantic Ocean. This “farthest land of the setting sun” is rich in contrasts, a destination that beckons you to discover two millennia of history.
Morocco, where influences converge, you will find vestiges of the great Mediterranean civilizations, such as the Roman ruins at Volubilis in the north and architectural works attesting to the old French presence in Rabat. Your curiosity will be piqued by the treasures of Muslim civilizations scattered throughout the rest of the country, including the Kasbah of the Udayas, the green expanses of the Menara gardens and many other examples of the myriad dynasties that succeeded one another.
The landscapes themselves are magnificent. Morocco features both sea and mountain and is home to the full range of Mediterranean climates, which surrender to the sands of the Sahara. The country serves up marvelous vistas that you will enjoy soaking in and discovering for yourself. With its mix of diverse, captivating panoramas and a rich kaleidoscope of culture, Morocco is an unbeatable destination.
Tradition and modernity, hand in hand.
Through rooted in its traditions, Morocco offers all the conveniences of modern times.
Morocco is a firmly future-focused country that has succeeded in preserving its traditions and promoting its cultural heritage by harnessing them to drive development. The city of Marrakesh is a perfect example: the Medina district and its souks have an unmatched old-fashioned charm, while Guéliz and Hivernage are decked out with the most modern infrastructure and facilities. Far from being in conflict, modernity and tradition together are what makes Morocco strong.
As a visitor, you will enjoy every modern convenience and pleasure. For your accommodations, Morocco is full of hotels in every price range from the major international chains to the family owned riads.
Morocco is striving to avoid the pitfalls of modern life, especially when it comes to the environment, by favoring tourism practices that are respectful of the Earth and local communities. As the author of a sustainable tourism charter and host of COP22, Morocco is on the front lines to preserve our planet.
Art of living
Morocco has been around for thousands of years and has inherited centuries of tradition. And yet this kingdom is not the least bit frozen in time. It has a vibrant culture that is expressed each day in the little details that make up daily routines and habits, as well as in celebrations and rituals. Spend some time here and soak up Morocco’s irresistible lifestyle.
The best approach is to walk through its cities and villages and experience the narrow alleys of ancient neighborhoods. This brings you close to the people. They are certain to invite you to have a cup of Moroccan tea, a time-honored ritual of hospitality and ceremony.
You should also experience day-to-day life. Morocco and its inhabitants espouse an enviable Mediterranean lifestyle that has been recognized by UNESCO. This lifestyle comprises practices, foods and symbols that bring pleasure to every day and are sure to captivate you as well.
The kingdom loves its celebrations, which punctuate the calendar. One of the types of events that bring Moroccans together are its famous moussems, festive religious events. Do not miss the Tan-Tan moussem, which is especially well known and has been listed on the Intangible Cultural Heritage register since 2008. The Essaouira Gnaouas festival is also highly recommended. These gatherings are opportunities for you to interact with and immerse yourself in the different cultures that make Morocco such a rich, diverse country.
This is but a glimpse of the myriad cultures that still thrive in Morocco. Work your way across the country and get to know these treasures of Morocco’s intangible cultural heritage.
Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Tourism
Morocco offers up a vast variety of landscapes, ranging from beaches to mountains to desert to urban jungle. It is also a country where this diversity is matched by a real commitment to environmental principles.
Since the creation of the Moroccan Responsible Tourism Charter and the Moroccan Sustainable Tourism Awards, the country has been committed to ensuring its tourism industry is eco-friendly and sustainable with a series of standards. Each year, a growing number of businesses and tourist destinations in the country are recognized for their environmental responsibility.
To date, 13 Moroccan beaches have been awarded the “Pavillon Bleu” distinction. There are also many hotel and lodging facilities throughout the country that have earned the Green Key. All these eco-labels aim to highlight the environmental efforts of their owners.
When it comes to Energy, Morocco is also a stand-out with its high-profile Noor Power Station, the world’s seventh thermodynamic solar power plant. This is a major public works project—though it is first and foremost Moroccan, it is also a world effort in terms of expanding the use of renewable energy.
All these environmentally conscious efforts earned the city of Marrakesh the privilege of being chosen to host COP 22 in November 2016, another major challenge for the planet’s environment.
Latest data on Tourism in Morocco
2017 was an exceptional year for the Moroccan tourism sector with a strong growth in the number of non-resident tourist arrivals, overnight stays in classified hotels and receipts in foreign currency.
The number of arrivals of tourists at border posts was 11.35 million in 2017, 10% up compared to 2016, (more than 1 million additional tourists).
This rise touches almost the majority of the Kingdom’s major markets, such as Germany (+15%), Holland and Italy (+9%), France and Spain (+8%), as well as The United States, which increased significantly (+29%). The emerging markets for Morocco continue to grow strongly: +151% for China, +39% for Japan and +38 % for Brazil.
Furthermore, the number of nights spent in classified hotels increased by 15% in 2017 compared to a year earlier.
This performance was due to the increase in non-resident tourist nights (+18%), as well as those of resident tourists (+7%), the majority of the Kingdom’s tourist destinations have experienced significant increases in their overnight stays.
The strongest growth was recorded in the cities of Fez (+39%), Ouarzazate (+37%), Tangier (+25%), Marrakech (+17%), Agadir and Casablanca (+11%).