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Moroccan Passport Gains Global Strength: Rises to 69th Place in 2025 Rankings

Morocco has strengthened its position in global passport mobility, climbing to 69th place worldwide according to the latest Henley & Partners report. This advancement marks a consistent upward trajectory from its 71st position in 2024 and 80th ranking in 2023. The Moroccan passport now provides......

Rabat's Tourism Surge: Capital City Reports Over 700,000 Overnight Stays in 2024

Morocco's capital city Rabat has demonstrated remarkable growth in its tourism sector during 2024, recording 713,566 overnight stays in the first ten months of the year. This 4% increase from the previous year's figure of 683,910 stays reflects the city's growing appeal as a tourist destination. The......

Morocco Surpasses Egypt in Tourism Surge

Morocco has seen a remarkable rise in its tourism industry, becoming one of the top destinations in North Africa. By the end of November, the country welcomed 15.9 million visitors, surpassing its target of 15 million arrivals for 2024. This surge in tourist numbers has drawn international attention,......

Royal Air Maroc Awarded Best Airline in Africa for Second Consecutive Year

Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco's national airline, has once again been named "Best Airline in Africa" at the prestigious GT Tested Reader Survey Awards. The accolade, awarded by Global Traveler magazine, marks the second consecutive year RAM has received this honor, solidifying its status......

Morocco Emerges as Top Holiday Destination for Spanish Families

Morocco has become the top holiday destination for Spanish families, as revealed by a recent survey conducted by travel platform Evaneos. The survey highlights Morocco’s appeal as a safe, family-friendly destination just over an hour’s flight away from Spain, surpassing other popular locations......

Moroccan Tourism Welcomes Nearly 16 Million Visitors in Record-Breaking 2024

Morocco’s tourism industry has reached an unprecedented milestone, with 15.9 million tourist arrivals by the end of November 2024, as announced by the Ministry of Tourism. This remarkable achievement represents a 20% growth compared to the same period in 2023, adding an impressive 2.6 million more......

Morocco’s Domestic Tourism: A Bold Plan to Break Seasonal Barriers

Morocco’s domestic tourism sector is experiencing a significant boost, with over 30 million overnight stays recorded recently, according to Tourism Minister Fatim-Zahra Ammor. Speaking to Parliament, Ammor described Moroccan tourists as the sector’s “top clients,” emphasizing......

Morocco's Tourism Ranking Drops Despite Sector Growth

Morocco's tourism industry faces growing challenges as the country’s position in the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index drops 12 spots to 82nd out of 119 nations. The decline highlights the persistent issues within the sector, particularly in infrastructure......

 Air Arabia Announces New Routes Connecting Rabat to Nador and Oujda  

Air Arabia Maroc has unveiled two new flight routes that will strengthen connectivity between Rabat and the cities of Nador and Oujda. Starting January 9, 2025, the airline will operate three weekly direct flights between Rabat and Oujda. Shortly after, on January 12, 2025, two weekly flights will connect......

The Future of Luxury Hospitality in Morocco Waldorf Astoria to Open at Tower Mohammed VI

In a groundbreaking development for Morocco’s luxury hospitality sector, the Tower Mohammed VI will soon host a prestigious new hotel under the Waldorf Astoria brand of the Hilton Group. Set to open in 2025, the Waldorf Astoria Rabat-Salé will occupy the top 18 floors of the iconic tower,......

Fayda’s Expertise Key to ONMT’s Success in Boosting Morocco’s Tourism Industry

Morocco’s Tourism Minister Fatim Zahra Ammor has lauded Achraf Fayda, the newly appointed General Director of Morocco’s National Office of Tourism (ONMT), as a key figure in the country's ongoing efforts to enhance its tourism sector. At Fayda’s official appointment ceremony in......

A New Chapter for Moroccan Tourism Achraf Fayda Takes the Helm of ONMT

On Monday, November 25, 2024, Achraf Fayda was officially appointed as the new Director General of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) during a ceremony held in Rabat. This appointment, following his designation at the most recent Government Council, marks a pivotal moment in the leadership of......

New Direct Flights Connect Rabat and Jeddah: A Gateway to Enhanced Travel

In a significant development for air travel between Morocco and Saudi Arabia, the Saudi Ambassador to Morocco, Sami bin Abdullah Al-Saleh, announced the launch of a new direct flight route connecting Rabat to Jeddah. This initiative underscores the robust relationship between the two nations and is seen......