Ksar Massa, Agadir

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...Owing to its strategic location along the ancient road called Via Francigena, Massa was once the rest place for pilgrims travelling from France to Rome. Upto the 11th century Massa belonged to the Bishops of Luni. However, the most significant marks on the town were left by two noted families the Malaspinas and Cybo Malaspinas, who ruled Massa for three centuries from 1440. The core of Massa is Piazza Aranci named after the orange trees that border the square on three sides. On the remaining side there is the impressive Duke's Palace (Palazzo Ducale, also known as the "red palace" because of its flame red facade) which was built in 1550. Its spacious inner courtyard is of extraordinary beauty. Malaspina Castle is situated just a few minutes walk above the town centre. The base of the square tower is the oldest part, which... Read review

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Advantages: Great markets and food
Disadvantages: Harrassment from locals depending on time of year you go

...I think Morocco is an acquired taste. I went to Agadir with my mum for a 2 week break (leaving from Glasgow) during the month of December. I chose to go then because I knew it would be a bit quieter. It was my second visit to Morocco, the first having been to the north in the early 80s with my identical twin sister. As my twin and I are both red heads that caused quite a stir among the locals who would constantly ask us if we'd dyed our hair with Henna (and why we were so white!!!). I had a bad experience on my first day down at the beach in Agadir with my mum when a really rude carpet seller just wouldn't take no for an answer. Luckilly for us a friendly local intervened. He was very decent and actually gave us lots of good advice about how to get to more remote, less touristy places. The town of Agadir is split into 2 areas... Read review

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Advantages: Beautiful weather, Fantastic Wine, Fun
Disadvantages: Overtly pushy shopkeepers

...was accepted with open arms. A tip for flights, try to ask for a seat away from the wings, there is noticably less room - I'm only 5.7, but I found it a bit of a crush - It was agreed next holiday that we would pay the extra £15 for extra leg room. Anyway the flight went well, the staff were friendly if a little unorganised. Once landed in Agadir airport, were ferried into the Arrivals lounge, where we queued to get stamped in. Our Panorama rep was there to greet us, a very helpful man named Hassan, who reminded me slightly of the policeman of "Allo Allo". We were given a porter to take our bags to the bus, where we were promptly told by himself to give him english money - the tone of things to come. Accomodation - Igoudar Apartments, 20 Aout Street Arriving at Igoudar Apartments, just off the main street of Agadir, it was pushing 5... Read review

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