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Moroccan Poet Wins Prestigious Goncourt Prize

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:25:48 -0600

(Morocco/France)- Moroccan poet Abdellatif Laabi won France's prestigious Goncourt Prize for Poetry, said, last Tuesday, the French Goncourt Academy. Abdellatif Laâbi was awarded this literary honor for "his life achievements," the Academy said in a

Travel by Train

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 08:46:52 -0600

Trains are by far the best way to travel throughout Morocco. They are inexpensive, have frequent timetables, get you to most major cities in Morocco, and you can watch the varied landscapes of Morocco pass you by as you travel from one place to th

Argan Oil, A Beauty Regimen Must Have

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:11:00 -0600

Bargainista Beauties have you heard of Argan oil? It is new addition to my beauty regimen. Argan oil is a Moroccan oil made from the nuts of the Argan tree. It grows almost exclusively in Morocco. This oil is said to have restorative as well as age-

You get what you pay for…

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 06:54:32 -0600

It’s one of those sayings that remains true no matter what you’re trying to get or where you’re trying to go. I mentioned the recent dip in price of the new bus company in Rabat- a price drop of .50 DH. The new company was to

Tangier Property Boosting Moroccan 2010 Tourism Vision

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 05:22:49 -0600

The development of tangier property is currently the focal point of Moroccan 2010 vision to booster tourism is build popular tourist destination spots hand in hand with the immobilier business of the country. In Morocco tourism has been developed wit

Consultant (Scientist) VALOR European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:01:28 -0600

Consultant (Scientist) VALOR European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) FUNCTION: Consultant (Scientist) to work on the NERC-funded project “VALOR” REFERENCE NO: AP09-16 LOCATION: ECMWF Headquarters at Shinfield Park, n

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Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:11:14 -0600

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7 Up-and-Coming Adventure Travel Destinations for 2010

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:46:17 -0600

As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to dream about where you’ll be exploring in 2010 – there have been lots of changes in travelling trends over the past few years. Instead of popular spots like Italy and Thailand, travelers these day

Travel Updates and Latest Articles

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 10:37:00 -0600

After four months in Latin America, we’re now back in Granada, Southern Spain. It’s been a whirlwind – trying to settle back to daily life, sourcing for work and at the same time, enjoying Spain. I’ve always loved the country, coming back h

A Weekend to Say “Al-Hamdu Lillah”

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:12:13 -0600

On a weekend where Americans all try to be thankful, Moroccans and the Muslim world are giving thanks as well.

My Maghreb Kitchen: Lamb Brochettes

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:37:26 -0600

I never really knew that kabobs were a Middle Eastern food thing. It’s one of those things that I grew up with because my mom made us Lebanese food as part of our every day meals. They never seemed like the other exotically named foods (

Quiet Streets: Morocco, Indiana

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 08:30:41 -0600

A faded sign boasting the birthplace of Major Leaguer Sam Rice welcomes you to teeny tiny Morocco, Indiana, the oldest town in Newton County. Morocco is very quiet, which is understandable – the population is barely over 1100 (as of the 2000 census

Travelpro Leisure packages to Europe from RM4488

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:48:16 -0600

Travelpro Leisure packages to Europe from RM4488.Destinations include:10D Europe Wonder from RM608811D Italy & French Riviera from RM658812D Imperil of Eastern Europe from RM6188

Morocco Dirhams – money

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 02:53:47 -0600

Morocco Dirhams – money via the currencymuseum.net

Stat Q’s: Do tagines have holes in the lid? How many days in the Moroccan year?

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:16:34 -0600

Some tagines have holes in the lid and some don’t. The glazed ones I bought in America did not, but I only used them in the oven or for serving so I don’t think holes where necessary. My first tagine in Morocco had one hole in the lid

Eid Al Adha: A Stream of Thoughts

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:56:54 -0600

Since I’ve already written enough about Eid as far as a full-blown experience, and the purpose behind the holiday I thought I’d just write a stream of reflections of this year’s Eid celebration which was very similar last year bu

Visit to Morocco

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 21:29:54 -0600

I am very tired after my first trip to Morocco. It took 4 hops and 24 hours to come back from Tangiers. I spent a couple of days also in Rabat.I did not have much time to visit, but it was interesting. In Morocco, as in other countries I have visi

Ahwach de Tafraout

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:06:52 -0600

..Le groupe de femmes Addal de Tafraout (Anti-Atlas, Maroc) au Festival Voix de Femmes, Liège, Caserne Fonck, le 27 novembre 2009.Cest accompagnées dun tambour et de 2 bendirs chauffés à la flamme du brasero que les femmes berbères (chleuhs)

Gwyneth, Jennifer And Orlando Travel To Morocco For Thanksgiving

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:17:18 -0600

A good handful of celebs flew out to Morocco over Thanksgiving weekend to attend the lavish gala put on for the reopening of the Marrakesh’s famed La Mamounia hotel. Among the bunch were Gwyneth Paltrow , Orlando Bloom , and Jennifer Aniston .

Jennifer Aniston Drove Reporters Wild In London And In Morocco

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:10:15 -0600

All eyes of the media and the world were on actress Jennifer Aniston, when she arrived in London at Heathrow Airport. Not only was Jennifer making her entrance into the airport but so was Orlando Bloom. Were they are weren’t they? Hmmm. (

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom in Morocco!

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:26:05 -0600

AH HA! I now have the answer to my questions. Earlier this week, Jennifer Aniston and Orlando Bloom were seen on the same plane in London, and taking the same taxi together. Turns out, both Orlando, (who met up with Victoria’s Secret model

Voti ricevuti ad Novembre 2009

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:07:23 -0600

Data l’altissima concentrazione di brani fortissimi in questa edizione, purtroppo “The Radio” di Mario ‘GET FAR’ Fargetta ha sfiorato la top10 per un soffio, pur ricevendo voti da ben 14 manager su 43. (10) Canada (10)

Eid Mubarak

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 04:00:53 -0600

To all my Muslim family, friends, brothers and sisters around the world- a very joyous Eid Al-Adha to all of you. May Allah accept your sacrifices, guide you and grant you forgiveness, and have mercy on you. May you spend a day in worship of Al

Moroccan Souks as a Way of Life

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:36:07 -0600

The souks and markets are a way of life in Morocco and you usually won't have to go too far to find one. They are arguably the most exciting, colorful and enticing aspects of the culture. And one of the main aesthetic attractions is food, as indicate

Just for Fun

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 04:00:57 -0600

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It’s a sea of red ink in the equities markets all across Europe today:

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:41:10 -0600

European Market Indices Index Quote Change Change% Local Russia 1366.85 -60.70 -4.25% 11/26 London 5194.13 -170.68 -3.18% 16:35 Paris 3679.23 -129.93 -3.41% 18:11 Frankfurt 5614.17 -188.85 -3.25% 18:41 Turkey 45350.17 -188.49 -0.41% 12:37 Hungary 201

Morocco, Thanksgiving and our Thanks to You

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:06:10 -0600

There are so many different ways that the Moroccan people creatively express themselves - through their carpets, jewelry, ceramics, wood carvings, leather goods. The winding alleyways of the souks are full of local artwork. The kiosks are colorful an

Over 2.5 mln Muslims to perform Hajj today

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:42:27 -0600

MAKKAH: Heavy rains have failed to dampen the spirits of millions of pilgrims as they readied themselves today on the plains of Arafat where they will pray to the Almighty for His mercy and blessings. Arafat is the second day of Haj and one of the hi

Jetman Crashes in Transcontinental Flight Attempt

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:33:29 -0600

Swiss adventurer Yves Rossy, or “Jetman” as he is called, attempted to be the first person to fly between two continents using only a jet engine. He was mid-flight between Morocco in Africa to Spain in Europe when he crashed into the Str

Happy Thanksgiving

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:00:11 -0600

To all my family, friends, and readers celebrating Turkey Day in America (or other parts of the world), I wish you a wonderful day filled with warmth, happiness, and lots of great food. I’m thankful to Allah for guiding me, blessing me, havin