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Destination of the Day

Casablanca, Morocco

For those that haven't yet traveled there, the name Casablanca may conjure up romantic images inspired by the 1942 movie starring Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart. However, Morocco's largest city has moved on to become a progressive and contemporary commercial center. Here you'll find 20th-century French and contemporary Islamic architecture interspersed with multinational restaurants and a more vibrant nightlife than the country's more traditional cities, all within a stone's throw of the Atlantic Ocean.

Things to Do

Join the locals strolling hand-in-hand along the seafront promenade known as La Corniche. Pay homage to "Casablanca" at Rick's Café, or wander through the Old Medina to the port and the remains of the city's 16th-century Portuguese fortress. Throughout the city, architectural landmarks abound, from those built in classic Moorish style like Makhama du Pacha to graceful European structures like L'Église du Sacre-Cœur. Find out more about how to spend your time in the city with our helpful guides on the best things to do in Casablanca and the ultimate 48-hour Casablanca itinerary.

What to Eat

Thanks to its large size and culturally diverse population, Casablanca has one of Morocco's most eclectic culinary scenes, and you will find cuisines from around the world represented here. That said, Casablanca is a great place to sample classic Moroccan dishes. Must-try staples include tagine (a rich stew of meat and vegetables, flavored with spices, nuts, and dried fruit), couscous, and pastilla (a savory pie made from meat wrapped in layers of paper-thin pastry). Above all, though, Casablanca is renowned for its seafood. Restaurants at the port and on La Corniche offer the chance to savor fresh-caught fish, oysters, and lobsters while admiring views of the ocean from which they came.

Where to Stay

Visitors are spoiled for choice in terms of places to stay, too, with options ranging from boutique guest houses to 5-star hotels owned by internationally recognized luxury brands. Here's our pick of the best options across 10 different categories.

Vacation Like a Pro

Although summer offers the best weather, consider traveling in spring or fall to avoid crowds of vacationers and inflated prices.

Jessica Macdonald
Contributing Writer

Your Packing List

Planning on visiting Casablanca in peak summer? Pack plenty of lightweight clothing, including some long-sleeved shirts and long pants or skirts for visiting the city's famous Hassan II Mosque.

Don't forget your swimsuit (whether you take a dip in the sea or your hotel pool is up to you).

Sun protection is key at this time of year, including sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.

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