Morocco’s Ancient Oases Face Extinction as Climate Change Advances Desert
16 February 2020
In the arid regions of southeastern Morocco, the once lush oases are threatened with disappearance as the desert advances.
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Moroccan Doctors Perform Groundbreaking Brain Surgery on Infant in Ouarzazate
11 February 2020
Medicine in Morocco has once again achieved a major feat. A successful surgical operation to treat hydrocephalus, a neurological abnormality related to excess fluid around the (…)
Morocco’s Ouarzazate: Hidden Gem of Cinema and Kasbahs Praised by French Media
12 January 2020
The French newspaper Le Figaro celebrates Ouarzazate through a publication in which it praises the many tourist attractions of this Moroccan city.
Moroccan Police Deploy Biometric ID System to Catch Suspects in Ouarzazate
4 January 2020
The security services in Ouarzazate have used, for the first time, a biometric identification device to identify people wanted by the justice system.
German Tourists Survive Harrowing Cliff-Edge Crash in Morocco’s Tizi N’Haroun Pass
18 November 2019
A couple of German tourists miraculously escaped a serious road accident at the Tizi N’Haroun pass, 40 km from Ouarzazate.
Transavia Expands Morocco Routes: New Paris-Ouarzazate Flight Launched
8 November 2019
The 11th air service was launched on Thursday, November 7 between Paris-Orly Airport and Ouarzazate by the French airline, Transavia. At a rate of two flights per week, the new (…)
Morocco’s Annual Saffron Production Reaches 6.5 Tons, Festival Highlights
4 November 2019
Morocco produces around 6.5 tons of saffron each year. The data was revealed during the International Saffron Festival held this weekend in Taliouine (Taroudant province).
Marseille Airport Expands Winter Routes, Adds New Flights to Morocco and Europe
30 October 2019
Marseille-Provence Airport unveiled its new connections for the winter season last weekend. Among them, three concern Morocco (Agadir, Ouarzazate and Essaouira).
Morocco’s Marrakech and Ouarzazate to Star in French TV5 Documentary Series
24 October 2019
Morocco continues to attract the greatest directors who choose this destination for the filming of their productions. This is the case of the famous French director, Eric (…)
Ouarzazate Tourism Industry Targets French Market at Paris Trade Show
8 October 2019
The tourism operators of Ouarzazate participated in large numbers in the 41st edition of the IFTM Top Resa trade show in Paris. On this occasion, they translated into action (…)