Marrakech, the name alone sounds exotic and enticing. And rest assured, the ancient Red City at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, hidden behind its 12 kilometre-long ancient walls, will not disappoint you.

Marrakech is truly unique – you will be transported to a different world.  Ambling through the bustling labyrinth of narrow alleys of the souk, you will have plenty of chances to buy souvenirs, watch craftsmen at work in tiny shops, and soak up the exotic atmosphere. There will be plenty of tourists, of course, but the Medina is not just for tourists, the locals shop here as well.

And when you show an interest in something, be it traditional medicine, oriental spices, a brass lantern, carpet or tajine dish, the vendor may offer you tea, which you are expected to accept, just as you are expected to bargain for the price of any item; so don’t feel embarrassed the Marrakechis do it too!

When you can tear yourself away from the comfort and luxury of your villa in the Domaine Akhdar, there is a free shuttle bus will take you to the heart of Marrakech, Djemaa el Fna square. It’s the busiest square in Africa, with its thronging crowds of acrobats, storytellers, snake charmers, dancers and musicians. The Medina gets busier and more interesting as the day wears on, and this square transforms itself into a huge open-air restaurant at night.
But if you want to escape the hectic, noisy Medina, you can always find tranquility in the many Riads in Marrakech, or in one of the city’s delightful gardens: the Agdal, the garden of the Menara, or Yves St Laurent’s famous Majorelle gardens. The choice is yours but don’t miss out on the luxury villas in Marrakech.