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Ian, that looks like a very interesting trip plan to me. Quite off the beaten tourist track. time spent out in the country with a good guide should offer insight into life in the desert and hopefully some of the history of that crossroads between cultures.

My one brief visit years ago to Tangier was eye opening. The street kids could speak 3or4 languages, vendors are really up for some bargaining on prices. the old town market was great, with product from every where. Their culture has used Kief mixed with tobacco, and Hash for centuries (wouldn't try it if not used to the smoke) but that is more commonly used and more accepted than than alcohol. Most of the arcitecture is designed inward. Plain walls on the exterior, interior courtyards with rooms opening onto it.

It was great, intense, crowded with multicultural influences. Oh and great food!

Have fun! looking forward to your report and pics.

Cheers Richard