We found similar aromas as in the Kasbah on return to Dar Nilam, our Moroccan B&B. We arrived back at 6:45 pm to the smell of Moroccan flatbread baking in the ovens.  Rachel introduced us to our waiter, Saad, and confirmed dinner would be at 7:30. We were the only guests for dinner. Another couple had left earlier and we noted the British couple still staying at the Dar left dressed for dinner.   Our rooms were very neatly appointed with modern furniture, ...

The Tarifa jet ferry has customs on board, so disembarking is a breeze into Morocco. Plus...the ferry is nearly empty. We note we are the only Americans, but there are some Westerners from Canada. Out of the port there is the throng of guides as expected. I see two guys w/ signs held up "Welcome Mauros". One looks a bit rough w/ "Terminator" sunglasses. The second guy's appearance isnt much better, but next to him is a very well dressed Moroccan gentlem...

Abdul's tour into the Medina or old walled city of Tangier was probably the most intimidating and interesting part of the trip for the girls. We get out of the mini-bus and go on foot for a sensory overload.   Abdul is the voice of social consciousness and Morrocan tolerance. I get a chuckle as he needs to point out every modernism and sign of religion outside of Islam. We're here to see the "Old Morocco", but Abdul makes sure we understand how accep...