Morocco is in many ways, a country apart. Nestling on the northern tip of Africa, separated from the rest of the continent by the towering Atlas Mountains and by the Sahara itself. With a climate, geography and history are all more closely related to the Mediterranean than to the rest of Africa, visitors are often struck by the odd sensation of having not reached Africa. Yet, as one moves south and east into and over the starkly beautiful Atlas mountain ranges, Morocco's Mediterranean character melts away like a mirage, as the Sahara stretches out across the horizon.

The climate in Morocco is reliably dry, although small amounts of rain do fall between November and March. Temperature varies considerably by season and locale. While the southern and south eastern desert regions can reach extremely high temperatures during the hot summer months, the higher altitudes of the mountains are cool in the summer evenings and freezing in the winter. Most travellers find the early summer months to be the most comfortable time to visit, as rain is not a threat and temperatures are warm during the day and pleasantly cool at night.

Living in Morocco

• The official language is Arabic however English, Spanish & French are widely spoken
• Low cost of living, lower than Spain and 1/3 cheaper than the UK
• EU passport holders do not require a visa (children will need their own passport to enter the country - dual ownership passports are not permitted)
• Cosmopolitan lifestyle, great cuisine and culture
• Ideal conditions for windsurfing, hiking, camel riding and even skiing

Investment

• Capital growth of up to 20% is predicted
• 2.2 million visitors per year, a rise of 26%
• Strict building regulations
• Low taxes
• Substantial development in excess of $2 million is underway by Emaar the world's largest developer, inviting comparisons with Dubai
• Approximately an 18 month construction period

Why Morocco

• All year round destination with 320 days of sunshine
• 35º in summer, 22º in winter
• Unspoilt golden sandy beaches
• Fully equipped marinas with 5-star hotels and facilities
• Sophisticated nightlife, restaurants, clubs & pavement cafes
• Markets, snake charmers and traditional restaurants
• Beautiful untouched towns and villages