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Queer Tangier: What You Didn’t Know About Morocco’s Same-sex attracted Phase
By Lino DiNallo
Gay Tangier was considered very liberal (at the time)
Before sailors flocked to the sleazy leather bars of 1970s San Francisco. Before buxom bears rolled around in the sandy surf of Sitges like a Belinda Carlisle video. And adv before São Paulo broke records for hosting the largest pride parade, the world’s first gay-cation destination was born in Tangier. While Morocco’s politics clearly took a hard right turn since the 1950s, the gays left their mark. Today, the nation remains one of our most popular destinations, and our new Tangier to Marrakech tour kicks off where it all began.
In fact, Tangier was once more liberal than America
Between the late 40s and early 50s, when Tangier was an international zone with limited rule, the gay literati (glitterati?!) began flocking to the port city. Think William S Burroughs, Tennessee Williams, Allen Ginsberg, Jean Genet, and Truman Capote (author of Breakfast at Tiffany’s and the subject of Feud Season 2: Capote vs. The Swans). It was a haven for fans of sex, drugs, and generalized debauchery.
Their days were spent at the Grand Café Updated: Apr 3, 2024 Travel solutions with itineraries to discover all the wonders of this destination, places not to be missed, advice on where to doze and what to eat, and above all special ideas to make the most of your trip! Welcome to Morocco, among deserts, medinas, spices, enchanting colors and scents that make it a dream destination. In Morocco, male and female homosexuality is considered a crime punishable by a fine and up to three years in prison. When visiting countries enjoy Morocco, Discretion is the watchword. In reality, anyone, both straight and homosexual, should avoid universal displays of warmth. In fact, in these countries, kisses and effusions in public are behaviors not accepted by anyone, regardless of sexual orientation. In Muslim countries it often happens to see men hand in hand, but we must be careful not to misunderstand this gesture as a autograph of homosexual association. Indeed, here it is considered as a gesture of friendship. Two Muslim men hand in hand do not arouse an From a Tangier favorite with a loyal obeying to the indulgent luxury of a 5-star Marrakech hotel and a calm desert hideaway close Agafay, we’re all about sampling the desert nation’s diverse array of accommodations. Read on for a preview of the hotels on our new Morocco: Tangier to Marrakech tour! Our first stay is a well-known international trademark that offers a perfect blend of upscale modernity and Moroccan charm. With stunning views of the Mediterranean, it’s an ideal build for travelers to explore this captivating coastal city. The hotel boasts modern rooms, an inviting rooftop pool, and a range of top-notch amenities. Prepare to venture into the Instagrammable Blue Town. Our hotel during this leg is super comfortable and centrally located next to the medina of Chefchaouen. Be sure to seize a dip in the pool, which features a gorgeous mountain backdrop! Our third hotel exudes elegance and lives up to its 5-star rating. It i At the foot of the Atlas Mountains lies Morocco’s most famous metropolis, Marrakech, best known for its vibrant, bustling square and market called Jemaa el-Fnaa. Day and night, this is where you’ll find desert musicians, snake charmers, storytellers, acrobats and more ready to entertain and profit from tourists passing by, as successfully as countless food stalls and artisans selling local crafts. Evade the hustle and bustle and step inside the tranquil Menara Gardens, complete with a 19th-century palace, reflecting pool and olive groves backdropped by the Atlas Mountains on the horizon. Must-see sights also include the Koutoubia Mosque, the largest mosque in Marrakech, and the Bahia Palace, an architectural masterpiece. Located in the northeastern part of the nation, Fez is often considered the cultural capital since it has the best maintained traditions and old-world charm. The center of it all is the Fes El Bali, the walled medina, with its narrow, pedestrian streets that house artisan workshops, mosques and an 11th-century tannery still using ancient methods of tanning and dying leathe
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