![Reply](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/buttons/reply.gif) |
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
27 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Chaouen/Reading
Posts: 20
|
|
The Long Road South
Hello
Arriving into Tangier and planning to get straight onto the motorway. Initial destination is Essaouira.
Can anyone please recommend a place to stop for the night, on or close to that route just in case we struggle to do it in one hit.
Cheers Chaps.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
27 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Somewhere
Posts: 1,474
|
|
El Jadida is just south of Casablanca and a little over halfway. From here take the coast road through Oulida, Safi to Essaouira lovely coastal drive and much nicer than the main road.
It is doable in one hit but its a good 10hours
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
27 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Sweden
Posts: 1,461
|
|
Left Tanger Med at 2 p.m. drove over Marrakech to Essaouira non stop arrived just before midnight (it was New Years Eve...champagne a-waiting ![Smile](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/smilies/smile.gif) )
In rush hours passing Rabat took two hours.
I would have preferred the coastal road but that would have taken much longer.
We use www.booking.com quite a bit for Morocco.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
28 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: granada,spain
Posts: 345
|
|
Assila
It depends on when your boat arrives.
Assilah is a great little town and only 1-2 hrs from Tan Med. You can then have a full day the next day.
The Wardens advice is great as the coastal road is a fabulous way to start seeing the 'real' Morocco.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
28 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Midlands UK
Posts: 144
|
|
Asilah is beautiful and Larache, a bit further down, is a little gem.
I don't know what sort of place you want to stay at. We have a camper and used the motorway service areas on the long legs of our journeys. They are clean and hassle free and are designed for overnight vehicle parking. You would be able to put up a tent at most of them.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
29 Mar 2015
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Chaouen/Reading
Posts: 20
|
|
Thanks for the suggestions, following the coast road south of Casa looks a nice drive. I`ve read up on Oualidia which has a nice lagoon with nearby hotels. Can anyone recommend a place to stay, we normally pay around the 350D mark for two.
Cheers.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
1 Apr 2015
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: granada,spain
Posts: 345
|
|
Acco in Oualidiya
There are a few boutique hotels around the lagoon which are about double that and expensive to eat in. There are cheaper options along the main road at the top of the hill above the lagoon that would do very well and you can drive down to see the lagoon.
|
![Old](https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/images/statusicon/post_old.gif)
7 Apr 2015
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 4
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Baconsarni
Hello
Arriving into Tangier and planning to get straight onto the motorway. Initial destination is Essaouira.
Can anyone please recommend a place to stop for the night, on or close to that route just in case we struggle to do it in one hit.
Cheers Chaps.
|
I am in Western Sahara now. If you are nearby and want company across Borders please message me
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
![Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.](/stuff/ripcord/ripcord-logo-250.jpg)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
![Five books by Graham Field!](/stuff/grahamfield/graham-field-2021-280.jpg)
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|