Morocco – West Road Adventures

The Bed Bug Chronicles: Part One – Morocco’s Dirty Little Secret

December 11, 2019March 19, 2020Amanda Khera

“Wait! There is an entire city painted in my favorite color blue?!” I yelled, as I stared at a breathtaking picture of the turquoise and cerulean-painted city of Chefchaouen tucked between the peaks of the Rif Mountains in northern Morocco.

Adam and I knew from that moment, that we wanted to explore the rest of what the country had to offer including the busy souks of Marrakesh, the cultural history of Fes, the port of Casablanca and the gritty artistic vibe of Tangier. Little did we know that behind this beauty lies a Dirty. Little. Secret. One that we had to find out the hard way…

Using Long-Distance Taxis in Morocco

November 9, 2019January 11, 2020Adam McCaffrey

Instead of train or bus, using taxis to get from city to city in Morocco can often be a more affordable and flexible alternative. Here is a simple guide to the sometimes intimidating process.

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs While Traveling

October 9, 2019December 3, 2019Amanda Khera

Usually just the thought of bed bugs sends people into hysterics because everybody knows that once they get into your home, it takes a lot of work, time, money and professional extermination services to truly remove them from your abode. And even then, it is not guaranteed. But what happens if you aren’t at home and you get bed bugs while traveling abroad? Sounds like a bit of a nightmare, right?

Lucky for you (and unlucky for us) we had to learn our lesson the hard way while in Morocco and as a result, we have some fantastic tips on how to get rid of bed bugs while traveling abroad.