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Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport is located around 30 kilometres from the city centre. The airport has frequent connections to Paris, New York, Dubai and Frankfurt. You can easily reach the city centre by train, taxi and car hire companies. The taxis are stationed at Arrivals and trains can be found on the lower level…

Citizens of the European Union, as well as the Untied States, Australia, and dozens of world countries can enter and remain in Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days. Look up individual prerequisites prior to travel in order to possibly apply for visa in time.

The best time to visit Casablanca is the period from May to October, as these are the driest months of the year. Even when it's hot, the temperatures become doable thanks to the constant sea breeze. Casablanca offers warm temperatures all year round, so if you can live with the possibility of rainfall, you will…

CTM intercity buses run to most towns in Morocco. There are plenty of routes and they leave from Gare Routière on Rue Léon l'Africain in the centre of the city. www.ctm.ma You can also travel by train to reach other parts of Morocco. If you want to catch a train you must head to Gare…

Casablanca opened its network of trams in December 2012. The tram has 49 stops and links the city's main neighbourhoods, running from 5.30am-10.30pm. You can buy a one-way ticket, a rechargeable ticket which can be used 10 times or a card that can be used for 5 years. Tickets can be bought in ticket machines,…

Taxis are available throughout the city at various spots, especially around the main squares and the Gare du Port. They are generally inexpensive and often quicker than buses. Look for red taxis (Petit) or white taxis (Grand). Shared taxis can be a good idea for longer distances. Careem - Car-booking app www.careem.com/casablanca go@careem.com

Post Maroc is the company that runs the postal service in Morocco, offering a reliable service that tends to be open Monday-Friday until 4pm and on Saturday in the morning only. Here you can buy stamps (timbres) which can also be purchased at souvenir shops, kiosks and newsagents. If you want to mail a postcard…

When in Casablanca you should be careful with what you drink and eat. Make sure you avoid drinking tap water and that all food you eat is properly cooked. Pharmacies are generally open Monday-Friday 8.30am - 12.30pm and 3.30pm - 8pm and only in the morning on Saturday. They operate on a rotation system that…

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Although Morocco is developing at a fast pace, it can remain very traditional in some cultural aspects, especially in rural areas. As a tourist, it is important to pay attention to local traditions and act respectfully towards them. It is advised to dress modestly: wear long sleeves and avoid shorts, for both men and women.…