Keywords: Essaouira


IFTM Top Resa 2026: Marrakech-Safi promotes a stronger tourism partnership between Marrakech and Essaouira

The Marrakech-Safi region is using IFTM Top Resa 2026 in Paris to present a more integrated tourism offer, bringing together the international appeal of Marrakech and the distinctive identity of Essaouira. Held from September 15 to 17 at Paris Porte de Versailles, the French travel industry exhibition......

Essaouira: A New Villa of Arts Opens to Foster Dialogue Between Creation and Cultures

Essaouira further enriches its cultural landscape with the opening of a new venue dedicated to contemporary creation. Named "La Villa des Arts by Flavie", this space envisioned by Franco-Korean artist and creator Flavie Bébéar was inaugurated on Saturday, in the presence of personalities from the artistic,......

Gnaoua Festival 2026: Hind Ennaira and Najib Oubelkas honor legendary Maâlems in tribute performance

A moving tribute to Morocco's Gnaoua musical heritage took center stage at the 2026 Gnaoua and World Music Festival in Essaouira, where vocalist Hind Ennaira and Maâlem Najib Oubelkas delivered a performance dedicated to the memory of Maâlem Bakbou and other revered Gnaoua masters who......

Essaouira hosts ninth océanes festival focused on ocean protection

The Institut français du Maroc in Essaouira will host the ninth edition of the Océanes festival from April 2 to April 5, 2026. The event brings together scientists, educators, artists, and local stakeholders to raise awareness about ocean protection and environmental challenges. The festival......

Moroccan tourism leaders spotlight Essaouira’s appeal in the Spanish market

Moroccan tourism professionals met in Seville to promote Essaouira as a growing destination for Spanish and international travelers. The gathering brought together sector officials and representatives of Spain’s travel industry. The audience includes tourism analysts, market planners, and readers......

Essaouira’s Festival of atlantic andalusias: 20 years of history and harmony

From October 30 to November 2, 2025, the Festival des Andalousies Atlantiques d’Essaouira will celebrate its 20th anniversary, honoring two decades of cultural exchange and shared memory. Since its creation, Essaouira has embraced the spirit of a modern-day Ziryab, welcoming music in all its forms......

Safi and Essaouira: Ban on shellfish harvesting due to marine toxins

The Department of Maritime Fisheries has announced a ban on the harvesting and marketing of shellfish products from the Cap Beddouza and Oum Toyour Chouika areas, located respectively in the maritime districts of Safi and Essaouira. The ban will remain in place until the environment is fully cleared......

New Essaouira–Seville flight strengthens Morocco’s tourism connectivity

A new air route linking Essaouira and Seville was inaugurated on Saturday with the arrival of a Vueling Airlines flight at Essaouira–Mogador International Airport. The connection marks another milestone for the UNESCO-listed coastal city, known as the “City of Trade Winds,” expanding......

Double tragedy in Essaouira sparks call for antidote availability

The commune of Tidzi, in Morocco’s Essaouira province, was shaken by a heartbreaking tragedy. A 13-year-old boy died after being bitten by a viper, only two days after his father had succumbed to the same cause. The incident highlights a persistent issue in Morocco: the lack of antidotes for snake......