DON’T GET LEFT OUT IN THE COLD, WARM UP IN MOROCCO

Air/Hotel Inclusive Packages from $1,295 with Many Extras

NEW YORK, NY, February  11 , 2008 – Longing to escape the cold winter doldrums but want something more than a beach, a lounge chair and a pina colada?  Then consider Morocco, which combines warm temperatures with a fascinating culture, a host of outdoor pursuits – and even a lounge chair and a drink if you want it.  This winter, come warm up under the Moroccan sun, trek through the Saharan sand, enjoy the warm welcome of the people, and savor Morocco’s flavorful cuisine.  With non-stop flights from New York to Casablanca and affordable all-inclusive packages from major tour operators, the enchanted Kingdom of Morocco, a land of legend and adventure, is easily accessible and surprisingly affordable.

Sita World Travel is taking guests on a journey through some of Morocco’s most captivating cities with the “Imperial Cities” luxury package.  This seven- or 10-day trip departs for Casablanca every Sunday from numerous gateways.  First stop on the tour is the capital city of Rabat, where attractions include the Casbah of the Oudayas and the Hassan Tower.  Fès, a living Medieval city, unfolds its ancient, labyrinthine medina, with age-old handicraft souks, magnificent architecture and delicious cuisine.  After crossing the Atlas Mountains through Berber villages and the town of Beni Mellal, the tour arrives in Marrakech with its famous Djemaa el Fna Square, Dar Si Said Museum, Saadien Tombs and the Menara and Agdal Gardens.  Starting at $1,295, this package includes:

• Option of luxury or deluxe hotels with private facilities
• 6 or 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 or 9 dinners
• Arrival and departure transfers
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver/guide
• Tour Rabat, Meknes, Fès and Marrakech
• Special Moroccan dinner with folklore show
• Travel by land rover over the sand dunes at Merzouga (10 day only)
• Optional night under the stars in a Bedouin camp (10 day only)
• Local English speaking guides for sightseeing
• Entrance fees to monuments per the itinerary

For more information and reservations, visit www.sitatours.com or call 800-421-5643.

Travelers looking for non-stop adventure and a personal encounter with Moroccan people will like this offering from Overseas Adventure Travel: a 15-day “Morocco Sahara Odyssey” package from now through December with departures on February 26 and March 20 & 22.  Highlights include a guided tour of Rabat’s Royal Palace and a visit to the ruins and wild gardens of the Chellah, a 14^th-century Merinid necropolis; a scenic drive across the Middle Atlas Mountain Range, winding through beautiful pine groves and giant cedar forests; and navigating through the sandy tracks of the Sahara desert for a two-night private tented campsite, hiking over sand dunes and camel rides.  In addition, this package includes a visit to a local woman’s home to show how the Berbers apply traditional designs to their hands with paint made from the henna plant.  Starting at $2,795, the package includes:

• Roundtrip international airfare from New York JFK and one internal flight
• Accomodations-2 nights in Rabat, 2 nights in Fès, 1 night in Erfoud, 2 nights in Tineghir, 1 night in Ouarzazate and 3 nights in Marrakech
• 2 nights in an OAT private tented camp in the Sahara
• 36 meals-13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners (including 2 home-hosted meals)
• 17 small group explorations and unique cultural activities-including a camel ride, hiking and more
• Services of an English-speaking resident OAT Trip Leader All ground transportation
• 5% frequent traveler credit toward your next OAT trip
• Special good buy plan discount

For more information and reservations, visit www.oattravel.com or call 800-493-6824.

            Now through March 2009, IsramWorld is offering the “Ultimate Morocco” package, a 10-day/8-night trip departing every Thursday from New York.  Highlights include an evening “Fantasia Gala” in Marrakech, a sunset 4x4 excursion through the Sahara, and visits to the magical cities of Rabat, Fès, Erfound, Ouarzazate and Marrakech.  Starting at $3,360, this package includes:

• Roundtrip air transportation from New York on Royal Air Maroc
• 8-nights accommodations at deluxe and first class hotels including the Palais Jamai and Kasbah Xaluca
• Escorted by private guide/driver and local guides[Back to Press Releases Main]