June 1, 2019
Today we fly from Lisbon to Fez, Morocco. with our final destination a 3.5 hour drive northwest to the small but infamous 'blue city". We will have 2 nights and 1 day to explore the ancient medina of Chefchaouen as our introduction to Morocco.
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| Dad's favorite airplane snack now a tradition when flying internationally. |
Our drive took us 200+km along a 2-lane highway in the Rif mountains flanked on both sides by fields of wheat, barley, and olive & orange groves & roadside stands selling local wares.
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| (Olive trees) |
We made one stop along the way for some Moroccan "whiskey" which is actually a very sweet hot mint tea. Our driver, Abdel, informed us that Moroccans use this sugar-filled heated beverage to quench their thirst all throughout the day (even though it is 100+ degrees outside!)
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| An entire spring of mint fills each glass- the aroma is wonderful! |
It is hard to miss the "Blue City" from the roadway-
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| Narrow cobbled medieval streets leading to the Lina Riad. |
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First tagines-
The boys chose meatballs in tomato sauce, & mom settled on chicken but dad's GOAT tagine won the prize for the tastiest and most tender dish. |
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| No parents allowed in this room- |
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| Morning view of the city- |
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| Perfect spot for relaxing- |
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