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Mel B reveals the sentimental reason she married Rory McPhee in Morocco for second wedding
Mel B has found her last time lover. The Spice Girl, 50, recently tied the knot with hairdresser Rory McPhee, 37, in two lavish wedding ceremonies — first in London, then Morocco — and is revealing the touching reason why she said “I do” in the...

9 Beautiful Beach Towns in Spain Locals and Travel Experts Say You Should Visit
Looking to dig your toes into the sand and play in the ocean from sunup to sundown? Then it's time to book a trip to Spain. From the wild and rugged Atlantic shores of Galicia and Andalusia to the more tranquil coves along the Mediterranean, the...

Diaspora vote back on agenda as Moroccan parties unveil 2026 demands
As Morocco is preparing for the 2026 legislative elections, political parties and civil society organizations abroad are once again raising calls for including Moroccan diaspora in the upcoming elections. This call, which resurfaces every five...

Report: Morocco uses stability as economic asset to lure investors
Morocco’s security stability has become a central driver of economic growth and foreign investment, according to a new report from the Center for Economic and Social Foresight. The study, titled “Security and Development: How Security Enhances...

UAE travellers use fashion to pick destinations abroad
Dubai: For many UAE travellers, the next holiday destination isn’t just about beaches, food, or shopping malls—it’s about fashion. A new Skyscanner survey of 1,000 UAE residents found that 86% of leisure travellers with an interest in fashion let...

Joseph-Antoine Bell: The goalkeeper who left his mark on Morocco at AFCON 1988
- Advertisement - The last time Morocco hosted the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations was in 1988, when Cameroon—led by iconic figures such as Joseph-Antoine Bell and Roger Milla—claimed their second AFCON title. That victory was more than...

Morocco criticised for ‘criminalising compassion’ for stray animals ahead of World Cup
Morocco, a country home to millions of stray dogs and cats, is facing backlash over a new draft law aimed at combating the stray population ahead of the country’s hosting of the World Cup in 2030. Article 44 of Law 19.25, drafted in July, has been...
Five million passengers at Brussels Airport during summer holidays
In July and August, around five million passengers travelled through Brussels Airport. That is three per cent more than during last year's summer holidays, Brussels Airport announced on Monday. In August, the airport welcomed 2.5 million...

International Tourism Grows 5% in First Half of 2025, Led by Strong Recovery in Africa and Asia
International tourism continues to show strong momentum in 2025, with global arrivals rising 5 percent in the first half of the year to nearly 690 million. That figure represents an increase of around 33 million compared to the same period in...

End-of-year holidays to boost Dubai fruit imports
While the fruit market in the Gulf countries has been quieter than usual this summer, the period leading up to the end-of-year holidays, which also coincides with preparations for Ramadan, should boost demand and imports. This is according to...

U20 World Cup: Flying Eagles Head For 12-day Camping In Chile
Nigeria’s U-20 football team, the Flying Eagles have departed the country for Chile for a 12-day final phase camping in the South American nation ahead of their participation in this year’s FIFA U20 World Cup finals. The seven-time African...

Journalistic Orientalism: When Le Monde Reinvented Morocco
Exoticism and fidelity to reality Direct observations and precision Reproduction of Orientalist discourse Media Orientalism The first is that of Sultan Mulay Abderrahmane, proudly emerging from his palace, mounted on his horse, dressed in a gold...

GASTRONOMY TOURISM IS APPROACHING $4 BILLION
The global culinary tourism market is poised for considerable expansion, with forecasts from the IMARC Group suggesting a climb to $1.1 billion by 2025 and a substantial leap to $4.2 billion by 2033, energized by a notable 14% annual growth. More...

Zim recognised among top travel destinations for 2025
Zim recognised among top travel destinations for 2025 ZIMBABWE has been listed among the best countries to visit in 2025 by global travel platform Kayak, joining Morocco and other destinations featured for their appeal to international travellers....

The New Icons of Travel: TOURISE Awards Unveil Shortlist for Global Tourism Excellence
A new movement is sweeping through the travel industry, one that’s less about volume and more about value, less about sheer size and more about soul. That shift is on full display today with the unveiling of the inaugural TOURISE Awards shortlist....

Importance of Agency in a Dogs Life
I have traveled to several countries around the world and I have noticed some key things regarding dogs and behavior. What I have observed is not ground breaking in the industry, many others have noted these as well, but to the average pet owner,...

Morocco 2025 AFCON ticket sales to open Sept. 25 — all you need to know
HESPRESS English – Morocco News Sports Hespress ENSaturday 13 September 2025 - 15:02 Ticket sales for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco will kick off on September 25, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organizing...

7 Destinations You Should Not Visit This Winter According To Travel Experts
Winter vacation—two words that conjure images of cozy escapes, festive markets, or a sun-drenched beach to beat the cold. But let's be real: the gap between the trip you see on Instagram and the reality on the ground can be massive, especially in...

Lufthansa Airlines Loyalty Program: Miles & More Guide 2025
This article has been reviewed by Wego‘s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Key Takeaways: Qualify yearly via Points, Qualifying Points (LH Group), and HON Circle Points (LH Group Biz/First). Redeem: LH Group uses...

Globe-trotting Quaker Valley tennis player learns Arabic in Morocco
By: Ray Fisher Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 11:01 AM Submitted by Hannah Stein Quaker Valley's Hannah Stein is shown at the Hassan II tower, a famous landmark in Rabat, Morocco. Hannah Stein, at age 16, already is a world traveler. Make that a...