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Kasbah Tamadot – Morocco

19 Sunday Jan 2014

Posted by meandhetravel in Marrakech, Morocco, RESTAURANTS

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Kasbah Tamadot, Marrakech, Morocco, Richard Branson, Sun Trails, Tagines, Travel

He said, “I know he seeks out exotic locations, but where is this place?” We were on our way to lunch at Richard Branson’s elegant Moroccan retreat, Kasbah Tamdot. Driving for about an hour from Marrakech, we had been twisting our way up into the mountains into seemingly nowhere.  Boujemah, our expert guide and driver from Sun Trails said, “It’s not much farther.”   The road became yet steeper and more narrow but, as we came around yet another bend, there it was.  “Not much to look at,” He said as we parked outside the gates.  “Just wait,” Me replied as we headed for the entrance.

Kasbah TamadotMagical Kasbah Tamadot can rightfully boast some of the most elegant delicious cuisine in Morocco.   “You know I don’t like olives,” He said. “but this dish is beyond description.  Here, taste!” Chicken Tagine: Saffron Perfumed Free Range Chicken, Green Olives and Preserved Lemon. “So do you like olives now?” Me asked.  “Maybe not,” He replied, “but I love these olives. While He focused his entire attention on the plate in front of him, Boujemah and I enjoyed our meals and were still able to take in the magnificent views of Toubkai National Park and the  lavish gardens and setting of Kasbah Tamadot.

Kasbah Tamadot 2“Next time”, He said waving a happy fork in the air,  “when we come back to Morocco we will spend an entire month here, wandering through the mountains, or  laying by pool, and I will have this dish every day.”  “Of course!” Me smiled, thinking that to be highly unlikely, but yet a very worthy dream.

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Riad El Fenn

30 Saturday Nov 2013

Posted by meandhetravel in Marrakech, Uncategorized

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Entrance to Suite

Riads, even this very fine riad, are not hotels nor are they meant to be.  They are special guest accommodations ranging from the small and simple to the more elaborate, like Riad el Fenn, with several courtyards, three pools, air conditioning,  wide range of rooms and suites. The medina (Old City) is densely peppered with riads of every size and range of amenities to satisfy every preference. For the first time visitor, choosing your riad is very much part of the adventure.

REF (www.el-fenn.com) is unusually large, having originally been several separate residences that were lovingly restored and discretely modernized.  On our first trip to Marrakech, Me thought it would a “safe” choice in a place we’d never been and no idea what to expect. He predictably thought he’d be happy anywhere Me picked. It proved to be a great choice for many reasons. The location could not be more central, the property truly charming and comfortable, and the staff totally engaging and committed to making their guests happy. We liked it so much we’ve been there twice and can recommend splashing out for the terraced pool suites.

Riad El Fenn Roof Terrace

  • THINGS WE LOVED:  The atmosphere and décor; morning coffee on the terrace; evening dip in the pool: the gardens, birds and tortoises; evening lanterns; proximity to everything; excellent massages; caring staff, prayers emanating from Koutoubia Mosque.
  • THINGS WE WISHED WERE BETTER: Larger choice of dinner/lunch offerings

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