Morocco 2022

Morocco

May 22nd – 30th, 2022

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An 8 Day, 7 Night experience that will leave you wanting more.
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Join us in Morocco!

You’re invited to take a magical journey across Morocco for the Ultimate Moroccan Road Trip. From May 22nd through May 30th, 2022 we will take in all of the hidden wonders of one of North Africa’s most prized travel destinations. We’ll start in Marrakech, spend a magical night in the desert, visit Fez the oldest imperial city in Morocco, take in the awe-inspiring view’s of Morocco’s blue city Chefchaouen, and top it all off with a night of turn up in Casablanca. All of this while developing deep and lasting connections with likeminded melinated travelers. This is the Ultimate Moroccan experience!
 

This 8 day, 7 night itinerary is one for the storybooks!

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Why Morocco?

Culture

Culture

Food

Food

Sahara Desert

Sahara Desert

Landscapes

Landscapes

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Itinerary

Day 1
May 22, 2022

By Day

By Day

Feel free to settle into your Casablanca accommodations any time after 2pm local time.

By Night

By Night

We’ll be getting a grand introduction to Morocco with a spectacular dinner complete with belly dancing, drumming, and other live performances. If you can hang, we’ll be hitting the nightlife of Casablanca for a bit of Black Travel Fest turn up.

Day 2
May 23, 2022

By Day

By Day

Today we’ll make our way to Morocco’s famed blue city, but not before we make a quick stop at Casablanca’s one true landmark — Hassan II Mosque. Here you’ll see a beautiful display of Arabic architecture and design as you discover one of the largest mosques in the world. By Night

By Night

After a busy day, you can take dinner at your leisure and have the chance to take the remainder of the evening at your own pace.

Day 3
May 24, 2022

By Day

By Day

We’ll start the morning with a special Black Travel Fest photoshoot in Chefchaouen, then you’ll have a bit of free time to shop and explore this magical city on your own. By Night

By Night

Enjoy a relaxing group dinner with your new Black Travel Fest family at your riad. After dinner enjoy an old school BTF kickback complete with hookah, libations, and local entertainment.

Day 4
May 25, 2022

By Day

By Day

Today we’re heading to Fez, Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Along the way you’ll stop at Volubilis to check out the Roman ruins.  By Night

By Night

Enjoy a relaxing group dinner with your new Black Travel Fest family at your riad. After dinner hang out with your new BTF family or take some time for yourself.

Day 5
May 26, 2022

By Day

By Day

Start your morning with a guided walking tour of the Madrasa Bou Inania in Fez, with its decorative carvings and tile work. Then head over to the seven golden doors of Kingdom Palace, home to Mohammed VI of Morocco when he’s in the town. Then you’ll be making your way to the desert for an evening of sunsets and camel rides as you arrive at your luxury camp in the Sahara Desert.

 

By Night

By Night

Dance to the beat of the Moroccan drum with a live cultural demonstration and take a moment to enjoy the peace and tranquility that comes with a night in the desert.

Day 6
May 27, 2022

By Day

By Day

Start your morning with a guided walking tour of the Madrasa Bou Inania, with its decorative carvings and tile work. Then head over to the seven golden doors of Kingdom Palace, the 17th century palace in Fez el Jdid and home to Mohammed VI of Morocco when he’s in the town. By Night

By Night

Dance to the beat of the Moroccan drum with a live cultural demonstration and take a moment to enjoy the peace and tranquility that comes with a night in the desert.

Day 7
May 28, 2022

By Day

By Day

We’ll head to the nearby airport for a short flight to Marrakech where you’ll enjoy a bit of free time once we touch down. By Night

By Night

Take it slow or fast with a bit of free time to discover the hustle and bustle of one of Morocco’s oldest cities.

Day 8
May 29, 2022

By Day

By Day

Get ready to see some of Marrakech’s most famous sites. You’ll have the chance to check out the beautiful landscaping of the Marjorelle Gardens, learn about Moroccan traditions at Bahia Palace, and have an exclusive kaftan shopping experience at our favorite shop in Jemaa El Fna Square. By Night

By Night

Gather with your Black Travel Fest family for our farewell family dinner and a night on out on the town in Marrakech.

Day 9
May 30, 2022

By Day

By Day

Head home   Itinerary is subject to change 

Please note that this itinerary starts
in Casablanca and ends in Marrakech.

Also, desert accommodations may be family style in with 3 to 4 people per tent.

(Same sex only.)

Inclusions

 

Accommodations

Photography Package

Breakfast and dinner

Tours & Events

Ground Transfers & Transportation

Domestic Flights

Exclusions

 

Tips & Gratuities

Optional Activities

(i.e., desert ATV)

International Flights

Provide your flight details to arrange your transportation.

Note: Anything not listed above as included is excluded.

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All packages are priced per person.

Single Occupancy

$3,425.00 USD
Per Person

Chez Pierre Dades bedroom2

Black Travel Fest Morocco
Single Occupancy | Full Pay
Amount at checkout:

$3,425.00 USD

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Payment Plan

This payment plan is 3 installments. You’ll pay $1142 at checkout today, $1142 2x in the next 2 months until your balance of $3426.00 is paid in full.

Double Occupancy

$2,825.00 USD
Per Person

Marrakech double occupancy

Black Travel Fest Morocco
Double Occupancy | Full Pay
Amount at checkout:

$2,825.00 USD

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Payment Plan

This payment plan is 3 installments. You’ll pay $942 at checkout today, $942 2x in the next 2 months until your balance of $2,826.00 is paid in full.

This experience is
for you if you:

LOVE ADVENTURE

LIKE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME WITH NEW PEOPLE

have stamina

can sit in a vehicle for extended periods of time

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We’d absolutely love to have you! But, if your ideal vacation involves a lot of relaxation at the hotel daily and sleeping in this experience is not for you. We will be seeing and doing it all during our time in Morocco, so if you are looking for a slow paced trip this is likely not for you.

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FAQ

Prepare Before You Arrive

  • What expenses should I be prepared to pay for on-site?

    Most meals, activities, transportation, and housing are included in the package prices. You should be prepared to buy lunch daily which can range from $7-15 USD. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the package price.

  • What should I pack?

    You’ll receive a detailed seasonal packing list in time to grab everything you need for the trip.

  • Is there an alcohol package?

    An alcohol package will not be offered; however, it is recommended that participants plan to purchase a bottle or two at the airport duty free. You may want to have something to sip on in the desert.

  • How do I purchase travel insurance?

    We recommend that you purchase travel insurance after booking your reservation. If you have questions regarding trip insurance coverage, you may contact Cici Chandler at [email protected]. If you’re living outside of the United States, contact your local travel agent to purchase travel insurance for the festival.

Getting There

  • Are flights included in the price?

    No. Flights are not included in the price, but you can check Secretflying.com, Priceline.com, and Kayak.com (amongst others) to find the best flight prices on the market.

  • What is the name of the airport we are flying in to?

    You’ll need two flights for this trip. This can be booked two one-way tickets or a multi-city ticket. 

    • Your first ticket should depart your home airport and land into Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) arriving on May 22nd before 5pm.
    • Your second ticket should depart Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) on May 30th, and depart after 5 pm.
  • Where can I find the best flight prices?

    All travelers must book their own flights into RAK and out of CMN. We recommend using sites such as Expedia, Priceline, or Kayak.

  • What day and time should I arrive? When should I plan to depart?

    Housing accommodations will begin at 2 pm on 5/22/2022. Travelers should plan to arrive by 6pm if they intend to attend the opening events in the evening.

    Activities will conclude in the evening of 5/29/2022, and all accommodations must be checked out of by 12pm on 5/30/2022. Your flight on 5/30 should depart after 5 pm.

  • How will I get from the airport to my housing?

    Airport transfer is included in your trip package. Simply enter your flight itinerary at here before the due date. In order to be eligible for airport transfer, all travelers must enter their itineraries by April 1st, 2019.

    Note, only travelers with flights arriving into CMN on 5/22 and out of RAK on 5/30 will be eligible for an airport transfer.
  • Is there someone that can help me book my flight?

    Sure, you can reach out to Cici Chandler at [email protected], and she’ll be happy to assist with your flight booking. There’s a fee of $30 for her services.

  • Is there a specific airline recommended?

    While there is not a specific airline that we recommend, we do propose checking itineraries that fly through NYC as these seem to be the cheapest and most direct. Flights from NYC can arrive in Casablanca in as few as 10 hours.

Housing & Packages

  • Can I upgrade my package from double occupancy to single occupancy?

    Upgrade requests may be made by emailing [email protected]. Upgrades will be accommodated on a per reservation basis, and you will need your roommate to also agree to upgrade or accept entry into the roomie matching program.

    Downgrades are prohibited. No Downgrade request will be taken.

  • Will I have to share a bed if I select double occupancy?

    Rooms with double occupancy may have a shared king or queen bed, though this won’t be frequent. Desert accommodations will likely be family style with 3 to 4 people per tent though there should not be any bed sharing unless the travelers are friends.

  • What hotels are we staying in?

    For security purposes we only share accommodations with the folks that sign up to join us. That said, the pictures featured in the booking section of the webpage are from the actual hotels that we’ll be staying in. If it helps every accommodation selected is personally inspected by someone from our team prior to the trip. We typically aim for 4 star accommodations and better.

  • How does the double occupancy package work?

    The double occupancy package is for two people in one room with one or two beds depending on preferences and availability. If you select this package both you and your roommate would need to make the purchase separately. If you are looking to be matched with a roommate you can simply purchase the double occupancy package, and we’ll take it from there.

  • Who is the double occupancy 2-ppl option for?

    This package is for folks who are sharing finances and would like to make one monthly payment instead of paying and registering separately. This option is most frequently used by our couples and family members traveling together.

Pricing, Payments and Booking

  • What is included in the price?

    Please refer to the inclusions section located on this page

  • Which methods of payment are accepted for booking?

    Payments are processed through PayPal. As such all major credit cards are accepted (i.e., Visa, Mastercard, AmericanExpress, Discover)

  • How will I know my reservation is confirmed?

    Once you’ve made a payment you’ll be redirected to an online registration form. Following completion of the form, you’ll receive an email confirmation of your registration. You’ll also receive a detailed information pack prior to the start of your trip.

  • What is the deadline for full payment?

    All payments must be completed by March 30th, 2020. 

  • What if I miss the payment deadline?

    If you do not make your payment deadline you will have 3 additional days to pay in full, and a late payment fee of $75 be will assessed thereafter.

  • What if my roommate doesn’t complete their payment?

    You will have two options if you’ve booked double occupancy and your roommate fails to complete payment.

    1. You can upgrade to the next package within your selected accommodation style. For example if you have selected a hotel double occupancy package, you can upgrade to the single occupancy package for $500. The same applies for the villa packages.   2. You can find a replacement roommate and set up the replacement arrangements with your current roommate. If this happens your replacement will need to pay your former roommate directly for any portion already paid to Black Travel Fest, and pay the remaining balance directly to Black Travel Fest.
  • Do I have to use the payment plan or can I pay in full?

    You can pay for the entire balance of your trip by selecting the “One Time Payment” option.

Cancellation and Transferability

  • What if I get sick and can’t make it. Do I get my money back?

    All payments are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another traveler for a fee of $75. Cancel for any reason trip insurance can help if you have a need to cancel unexpectedly.

  • What is the Policy for name changes should I need to transfer my reservation?

    Name changes are permitted for $75 per person. Name Changes are not permitted for Roomie Matching Program. Name changes can only be made with people not currently booked for the festival.
The person taking your place needs to register with a staff member at Amola Enterprises, LLC and provide their credit card information. You must work out the money already paid between yourselves. The person taking your place pays the remaining balance to Amola Enterprises, LLC.

    Name changes can be completed up to 2 weeks prior to the trip (April 1st, 2020). No name changes will be made after the deadline.

    Please see the Terms and Conditions for additional information regarding name changes and transferability.

Other

  • Is this trip only for people of color?

    All are welcome at the Black Travel Fest. Just be sure to come prepared to have a good time and do it for “the” culture.

  • Can I stay longer than 5 days?

    Sure. You are welcome to arrive before the trip and stay after if you like. Just note that the package only covers 4/18 through 4/26, and airport transfers outside of these dates will not be offered.

  • Can I stay for only a few days?

    If you’re unable to attend all the scheduled days that’s okay, but we’d love to see you enjoying all of the events.

       
  • How many people are joining this trip?

    If you scroll up to the top of this page you will see a stamp of either Quest, Voyage, or Fest. This will tell you the number of people we anticipate hosting on this particular experience. On occasion we may have a few more folks than listed in the stamp.  
  • When does registration close?

    Registration typically closes 6 weeks after the trip opens, though it may close sooner or later depending on how quickly the packages sell out.

  • How can I make sure I’m staying matched with my friend as a roommate?

    You’ll have the opportunity to list your roommate and travel partners in the registration form.  We also have an additional step to collect this information as the trip gets closer. 

  • Can I purchase the activities separately from the accommodation?

    Unfortunately we do not have an activities & events only package as we negotiate a set number of spots with our vendors. 

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