Middle East conflicts are pushing vacationers toward the Mediterranean. While Morocco, Spain and Italy emerge as the big winners of this summer , France is capturing a more limited share of these flows.
As summer approaches, the rush for furnished apartments on Morocco’s coasts is raising concerns. Facing a lack of regulation, consumer protection associations denounce a chaotic market, plagued by scams and health risks.
To celebrate Eid Al-Adha, many Moroccans living abroad have set their sights on Marrakech. Fleeing urban heat, these vacationers boost the local economy by favoring the comfort of hotel stays and leisure spaces.
Moroccans residing abroad can enter Morocco with a vehicle registered abroad, but also with certain leisure equipment. Pleasure boats, jet-skis, quads or mopeds can be admitted temporarily, but the timeframes and conditions are not always identical.
Propelled by social media, Chefchaouen sees its blue alleyways invaded by visitors. Like other international destinations, the Moroccan city is bearing the full brunt of digital virality, which has become the new compass for vacationers planning their holidays.
Chinese automakers are changing scale in Morocco. In just one year, their sales have exploded, doubling their market share thanks to a spectacular breakthrough in the passenger vehicle segment and BYD’s offensive.
To offset losses linked to Middle East tensions, Moroccan hoteliers and travel agencies are slashing prices . Exceptional discounts await summer vacationers and Moroccans from around the world for the summer season.
This summer, Russian vacationers face a drastically reduced choice of destinations. With the elimination of many air routes, Morocco stands out as one of the few countries still accessible by direct flight from Russia.
Morocco ranks second among Africa’s best nations in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report global ranking. The kingdom stands out for its strong economic diversification and modern infrastructure.
French travel agencies are suffering a sharp drop in their bookings due to geopolitical tensions and inflation. In this uncertain context, tourists are favoring nearby destinations. Morocco is thus making the most of the situation.
The travel allowance does not only concern the person requesting it. According to the Office of Exchange, the beneficiary’s rights can also be used to load an international payment card with the amounts granted to the spouse and children, within the authorized limits.
Separated by the Strait of Gibraltar, Moroccan tourists flock to Spain for their vacations. With over one billion euros spent in 2025, this high-purchasing-power clientele is disrupting the Iberian market by targeting luxury and real estate.