Kasbah Tamadot: Find the Unbeaten Path
“We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” – Jawaharial Nehru
The choice of where to spend your next vacation is not as weighty as how to bring about World Peace, but it can also weigh quite heavily on your mind. Most especially as a lot of the popular holiday destinations are just that; popular and are usually over hyped and run with tourists.
If you are after some quality time with your partner, or are searching for the ideal location for a wedding anniversary getaway, you might want to look to Africa. Only, this is not Africa as it is touted by your average run-of-the-mill vacation planning service. This is a part of Africa that is easily overlooked as a holiday destination, yet possesses the most endearing traits that combine to make Africa a prime choice for your romantic getaway. This is Morocco, North Africa.
High in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco you will find the former Berber Palace of Kasbah Tamadot. This is one of Sir Richard Branson’s exclusive private retreats, which is a part of the Virgin Limited Edition brand. Kasbah Tamadot is a magical walled hideaway that is approximately 45 minutes drive from Marrakech Airport.
Pamper yourself in the Master Suite which is a miniature version of the Kasbah Tamadot itself. With a Deluxe Room and a Deluxe suite complete with a private swimming pool and a huge roof terrace, the Master Suite is the ideal place for a romantic escape. However, if you have a large party and want to keep it cozy, there’s more than enough room in the Master Suite – three that are connected in fact.
Or you could go exotic with any one of the Luxury Berber Tented Suites which offer an unrestricted view of the valley and the magical Atlas Mountains. They offer the seclusion and like their names, weave a romantic spell on all who inhabit them.
What you get with the Berber Tent is the height of luxury: king-size beds, large decadent bathtubs and private pools. What is more, elegant outdoor dining can be arranged so you can enjoy tasty Moroccan delicacies while watching the sunset.
Kasbah Tamadot will be a new and charming experience…it is that road that goes off the beaten path. A treasure you are sure to remember long after the last item in your suitcase has been unpacked.
If you have not yet booked that vacation, try someplace new. Visit Kasbah Tamadot and discover Morocco.
This article was first published in City Times on Jan 1, 2011
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