Marathon des Sables
SaharaA legendary multi-day desert race.
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Cultural guide
Tipping (pourboire)
Round up taxis. 10% in restaurants if no service charge. 20–50 MAD/day for hotel housekeeping. A few coins for porters and guides.
What to wear
Modesty is appreciated, especially in medinas and outside tourist zones. Cover shoulders and knees in religious sites. Beachwear stays at the beach.
Bargaining
In souks: start at 30–40% of the asking price, settle near 50–60%. Smile, walk away if needed, and always agree the price before any work is done.
The hammam
Bring flip-flops, swimwear (women) or shorts (men), a towel. A black-soap & gommage scrub costs 100–250 MAD in a public hammam, more in spas.
Ramadan respect
During Ramadan, avoid eating, drinking or smoking openly in the street during daylight. Many cafes close until iftar — restaurants in tourist areas usually stay open.