Cultural Etiquette – Do’s and Don’ts in Morocco
A traveler sharing mint tea with a local Berber familyExcerpt: Respect and connection are central to Moroccan culture. Here are some key etiquette tipsfor your journey.Cultural Etiquette in Morocco: Do’s and Don’ts for TravelersMorocco is known for its warm hospitality and deep-rooted traditions. Understanding basic etiquettehelps ensure a respectful and enjoyable visit. Here’s what you […]
A Guide to Moroccan Cuisine
A colorful table with tagines, couscous, and mint teaExcerpt: Moroccan food is a sensory experience. Here’s your introduction to the spices, dishes, andflavors you can’t miss.A Guide to Moroccan Cuisine: Spices, Street Food, and SoulMoroccan cuisine is a celebration of flavors—rich, aromatic, and deeply rooted in tradition. Here’syour guide to some of the most iconic […]
Top 10 Must-Visit Places in Morocco
Morocco is a land of contrasts—where ancient medinas meet wild coastlines and snow-capped mountains rise above the desert sands. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, here are ten places you absolutely must explore: Marrakech The beating heart of Morocco, full of color and chaos. Don’t miss Jemaa el-Fna, the souks, and Bahia […]
Destined For Travel: Georgian Mountains. There and back again.
Couchsurfing BlogThe day you stop moving is the day the world stops turning. Our DNA contains the ancestral nomadic way of life that is locked beneath the modern cultural tendencies that… Read More
My Couchsurfing Story
Couchsurfing BlogBy: Holly I can’t remember exactly the first time I heard the word Couchsurfing. I think it was the first time I travelled by myself in Europe, on the way… Read More
My Unforgettable Couchsurfing Experience with Sasa Travels
Couchsurfing BlogI had the absolute pleasure of hosting Sasa Travels from China through Couchsurfing, and it turned into a delightful experience filled with shared passions and memorable moments. Sasa and I… Read More
My Couchsurfing Adventure in Rural India
Couchsurfing BlogOnce upon a time, I dreamed of being a teacher. But life led me down different paths—I started in the world of computers, then became an organic farmer. Still, the… Read More
Love the Camino Santiago? Check out these routes!
Couchsurfing BlogThe Camino de Santiago is possibly the most famous rote in the world. An 800 km (500 miles) long pilgrimage route that starts in the Pyrenees of France and ends… Read More
Check out these alternatives to your favorite European cities!
Couchsurfing BlogWith summer fully underway, we suggest you check out these amazing alternatives to the tried-and-true European gems! Not only are these cities just as stunning as their more famous brothers,… Read More
A Couchsurfing Birth Story
Couchsurfing BlogIn 2019, I was stranded in Morocco due to an unexpected pregnancy. My children and I were living in Mirleft, Morocco and we had been hosting couchsurfers throughout our travels… Read More