Seule à Casablanca au Maroc
by Macherie
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
"salam, faut pas venir dire n'importe quoi sur le site s'il te plait "
je reprend un de tes textes récents!
tu as raison , il faut arrèter de dire n'importe quoi !!!
A Casa on peut se contenter de la langue française pour évoluer dans les quartiers principaux, et on a pas besoin de "connaitre" des gens , il y a assez de police dans cette ville.
je reprend un de tes textes récents!
tu as raison , il faut arrèter de dire n'importe quoi !!!
A Casa on peut se contenter de la langue française pour évoluer dans les quartiers principaux, et on a pas besoin de "connaitre" des gens , il y a assez de police dans cette ville.
j'aimerai réagir à vos commentaires!!!
Casablanca Marrakech et tout le Maroc n'est pas plus dangereux que Paris
je connais bien, je suis une habituée
faisons taire les mauvais commentaires
bon séjour à tous
n'ayez pas peur
Je travaille sous contrat donc je suis obligé de rester pour info.
C'est vrai que ce n'ai pas pire qu'ailleurs pour la sécurité, je ne me sent jamais agresser ni inquiet comme je l'ai dis en tant qu'homme.(la plupart des marocains que je rencontre sont beaucoup plus chaleureux que beaucoup d'européens).
La question je rappelle est la sécurité pour une femme seule et là je dis c'est pas pareil; cela dépendra déja de l'attitude de la personne car nous sommes en milieu musulman et certaines européenes l'oublient. A mon avis.
Maintenant, je suis pour la liberté de tous, je respecte le pays où je suis, mais chez moi je voudrais que l'on fasse la même chose.
Pour en revenir au suicide de cette femme d'aprés la presse comme tu dis, d'aprés mes infos se serai de 5 coups de couteau ce qui est assez dur !!, à vérifier.(liberté de la presse et info ou intox pour ne pas faire fuire les touristes ? ).
j'ai réagi car tu disais que tout était beau, moi je dis c'est comme ailleurs.(objectivement)
didier
Bonjour à tous. Je réponds à un message ancien mais dont la question me semble totalement d'actualité, j'y apporte donc ma part d'éclairage et de doutes. Parmi tout ce que j'ai lu sur ce post concernant la sécurité au Maroc, beaucoup de vrai, mais aussi bcp de faux je m'explique le Maroc fait partie d'une civilisation très différente de celle qu'on connaît en Europe, ce que l'on voit au premier regard en 15 jours est souvent trompeur (j'habite le Maroc depuis 6 mois). Ceux qui ont des oreilles entendent. Concernant Marrakech, à la date où j'écris, elle est totalement sécurisée (efforts monumentaux et sérieux venus d'en haut, pour sécuriser le tourisme, dont vit en grande partie cette ville). Même en pleine nuit vous êtes tranquille, seul(e), dans les rues de Marrakech (je parle du centre). Le pire qu'il puisse arriver est de tomber sur un pick-pocket place Jma-El-Fna. MAIS à mesure qu'on s'éloigne du centre, il peut arriver de drôles de trucs : vols à l'arrachée (j'ai été quasiment témoin, vol de sac d'une dame américaine), vols de motos, de voitures, cambriolages (surtout dans résidences non sécurisées, càd sans sécurité à l'entrée). DONC rester sur vos gardes, ne croyez pas non plus que vous êtes en Suisse!!! Non mais soyez cohérents!!! Les disparités économiques sont plus qu'énormes entre les stars du ciné ou du foot installées à la médina et le peuple environnant (pour qui un fançais = un millionaire). Casa on va pas y aller par 4 chemins sécurité 0, la mode dernièrement c'est les vols non plus au couteau mais au sabre (katana). Ca intimide une femme seule avec son sac, dans une ruelle.. Bcp de drogue à Casa (extasy etc), bcp de toxicos qui perdent la tête et commettent des agressions. Récemment les autorités sont alarmées par le manque de sécurité à Casa, et il s'agirait d'un projet urgent, sécuriser Casa comme l'ont été Rabat et Marrakech.. Mais Casa est plus compliquée, ville-monstre, mégalopole épouvantable, avec énormément de caractère certes (j'adore cette ville!!), mais je ne conseillerais certes pas à une femme seule d'y passer son été. En effet il y a Marrakech et Agadir, mais perso je recommande Essaouira (paisibilité, authenticité - Marakch/Agadir = boîtes de nuit/fric tous azimuts) et surtout, surtout Tanger... Je reste énigmatique, à vous de découvrir. )
Bonjour à tous. Je réponds à un message ancien mais dont la question me semble totalement d'actualité, j'y apporte donc ma part d'éclairage et de doutes. Parmi tout ce que j'ai lu sur ce post concernant la sécurité au Maroc, beaucoup de vrai, mais aussi bcp de faux je m'explique le Maroc fait partie d'une civilisation très différente de celle qu'on connaît en Europe, ce que l'on voit au premier regard en 15 jours est souvent trompeur (j'habite le Maroc depuis 6 mois). Ceux qui ont des oreilles entendent. Concernant Marrakech, à la date où j'écris, elle est totalement sécurisée (efforts monumentaux et sérieux venus d'en haut, pour sécuriser le tourisme, dont vit en grande partie cette ville). Même en pleine nuit vous êtes tranquille, seul(e), dans les rues de Marrakech (je parle du centre). Le pire qu'il puisse arriver est de tomber sur un pick-pocket place Jma-El-Fna. MAIS à mesure qu'on s'éloigne du centre, il peut arriver de drôles de trucs : vols à l'arrachée (j'ai été quasiment témoin, vol de sac d'une dame américaine), vols de motos, de voitures, cambriolages (surtout dans résidences non sécurisées, càd sans sécurité à l'entrée). DONC rester sur vos gardes, ne croyez pas non plus que vous êtes en Suisse!!! Non mais soyez cohérents!!! Les disparités économiques sont plus qu'énormes entre les stars du ciné ou du foot installées à la médina et le peuple environnant (pour qui un fançais = un millionaire). Casa on va pas y aller par 4 chemins sécurité 0, la mode dernièrement c'est les vols non plus au couteau mais au sabre (katana). Ca intimide une femme seule avec son sac, dans une ruelle.. Bcp de drogue à Casa (extasy etc), bcp de toxicos qui perdent la tête et commettent des agressions. Récemment les autorités sont alarmées par le manque de sécurité à Casa, et il s'agirait d'un projet urgent, sécuriser Casa comme l'ont été Rabat et Marrakech.. Mais Casa est plus compliquée, ville-monstre, mégalopole épouvantable, avec énormément de caractère certes (j'adore cette ville!!), mais je ne conseillerais certes pas à une femme seule d'y passer son été. En effet il y a Marrakech et Agadir, mais perso je recommande Essaouira (paisibilité, authenticité - Marakch/Agadir = boîtes de nuit/fric tous azimuts) et surtout, surtout Tanger... Je reste énigmatique, à vous de découvrir. )
En clair, ils t'en mettent plein les oreilles avec leurs histoires de sécurité à Marrakech/ Maroc, c'est normal l'économie de Marrakech est 100% touristique (l'artisanat étant aussi lié au tourisme) il faut rassurer le client.
Il est vrai que Marrakech est relativement sécurisé comme je le disais, surtout Guéliz/Hivernage/Médina.
Mais les vols à l'arrachée sont fréquents, il y a constamment des histoires. De plus les français habitant à Marrakech ce n'est pas la même logique que passer une semaine : ambiance merveilleuse, 1001 nuits, on te met de la fumée plein les yeux et il est vrai que les marocains sont charmants.
Mais la réalité est que le Maroc est un pays dangereux, beaucoup de criminalité, beaucoup de pauvreté.
Donc faites attention, ça ne mange pas de pain, ne vous croyez pas non plus à Disneyland.
Casa par contre sécurité 0 pointé, j'invente rien c'est connu : mégalopole faite de bidonvilles et quartiers misérables (Hay Moulay Rachid entre autres) cottoyant grattes-ciels, businessmen internationaux et haute société casawi : le mélange est explosif.
Surtout qu'en tant qu'occidentaux, vous êtes visibles comme le nez au milieu du visage.
Ce que je dis là est uniquement relatif à la sécurité.
Le Maroc est un pays merveilleux pour y passer des vacances, arriver à Marrakech, faire une expédition dans le Sud, vallée du Drâa, les dunes de Merzouga, le Dadès, ou plus au Nord le Rif et Tanger, la beauté du pays est merveilleuse, les marocains charmants, il y a de quoi passer des vacances fantastiques, et de façon sécurisée pourvu qu'on fasse attention et qu'on ne se croie pas non plus à Marne-La-Vallée..
Je suis expat habitant actuellement Casa et serai ravi de vous conseiller sur tel ou tel point en particulier, si je le peux.
Salut à tous
bjr
Pourquoi tu parles de Marrakech?😕 , elle pose une question sur Casa😇 , il faut arréter de toujours parler Marrakech , le Maroc ce n'est l'endroit surfait pour touristes🙁 !
Pourquoi tu parles de Marrakech?😕 , elle pose une question sur Casa😇 , il faut arréter de toujours parler Marrakech , le Maroc ce n'est l'endroit surfait pour touristes🙁 !
Oui donc je rectifie, Casa pour passer vacances d'été femme seule zéro pointé mauvaise idée 😛
Marrakech surfait et tout oui, mais comme point de chute pour visiter le Sud (Drâa/ Merzouga/ Vallées Atlas) ça le fait mieux que que Casa pour une semaine de rêve MDR..🤪
Mais je tergiverse là, sur la question de la sécurité au Maroc c'est 0, informez vous 2 sec sur internet, entre escroqueries en bande organisée et ventes de voyage à long terme et agressions au couteau, renseignez-vous, regardez par exemple le lien suivant, il y a comme une redondance avec l'expat qui s'était exprimé plus haut :
http://www.routard.com/forum_message/2751983/vol_a_l_arrachee_agression_marrakech.htm
Qu'appelle-t-on sécurité? L'extrémisme religieux/ danger politique? Non, le Maroc est relativement tranquil par raport au reste du monde arabe actuellement. Agressions? Je n'ai pas été victime, mais apparemment elles sont plus que courantes, sur les femmes surtout. Mais la véritable plaie sont les escroqueries, en tant que touriste vous ETES UNE VACHE A LAIT, UNE BANQUE AMBULANTE à leurs yeux. A Marrakech ils sont sans scrupules, et de véritables professionnels (que ce soit à la médina ou les chauffeurs de taxi, tous des voleurs, allez 9/10 le sont, je souscris et je signe). Marrakech est le haut lieu de l'arnaque au Maroc. Casablanca connaît moins une atmosphère d'arnaque généralisée car elle est moins touristique - mais extrêmement dangereuse concernant agressions et vols à l'arrachée (on ne n'y ballade pas la nuit, et même en journée on ne traîne pas), par ailleurs aucun intérrêt touristique à moins que vous aimiez les mégalopoles surpeuplées, les embouteillages constants et le smog de pollution continuel. Comme lu ailleurs, évitez de rester dans les grandes villes au Maroc, ça me semble le meilleur conseil. Une journée suffit pour visister la médina au matin, se rafraîchir au jardin majorelle et voire Jma-El-Fna au soir. Vouys serez harcelés, mais pour un jour c'est supportable. Et lancez vous dans le désert, Ouarzazate (ou les gens sont moins escrocs), Zagora etc. De véritables merveilles. Loins de l'atmosphère envenimée et malsaine de l'escroquerie à tout va et de la fausse hospitalité de Marrakech. Faites attention à vous et renseignez vous! Je suis depuis 6 au Maroc je sais de quoi je parle. Restez 10 jours à Marrakech si vous faire arnaquer est la sensation que vous recherchez, mdr.......
Qu'appelle-t-on sécurité? L'extrémisme religieux/ danger politique? Non, le Maroc est relativement tranquil par raport au reste du monde arabe actuellement. Agressions? Je n'ai pas été victime, mais apparemment elles sont plus que courantes, sur les femmes surtout. Mais la véritable plaie sont les escroqueries, en tant que touriste vous ETES UNE VACHE A LAIT, UNE BANQUE AMBULANTE à leurs yeux. A Marrakech ils sont sans scrupules, et de véritables professionnels (que ce soit à la médina ou les chauffeurs de taxi, tous des voleurs, allez 9/10 le sont, je souscris et je signe). Marrakech est le haut lieu de l'arnaque au Maroc. Casablanca connaît moins une atmosphère d'arnaque généralisée car elle est moins touristique - mais extrêmement dangereuse concernant agressions et vols à l'arrachée (on ne n'y ballade pas la nuit, et même en journée on ne traîne pas), par ailleurs aucun intérrêt touristique à moins que vous aimiez les mégalopoles surpeuplées, les embouteillages constants et le smog de pollution continuel. Comme lu ailleurs, évitez de rester dans les grandes villes au Maroc, ça me semble le meilleur conseil. Une journée suffit pour visister la médina au matin, se rafraîchir au jardin majorelle et voire Jma-El-Fna au soir. Vouys serez harcelés, mais pour un jour c'est supportable. Et lancez vous dans le désert, Ouarzazate (ou les gens sont moins escrocs), Zagora etc. De véritables merveilles. Loins de l'atmosphère envenimée et malsaine de l'escroquerie à tout va et de la fausse hospitalité de Marrakech. Faites attention à vous et renseignez vous! Je suis depuis 6 au Maroc je sais de quoi je parle. Restez 10 jours à Marrakech si vous faire arnaquer est la sensation que vous recherchez, mdr.......
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Happy travels!
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
DM me if you’d like his contact details.
Happy travels!
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
Hi there,
We’d like to stay in Switzerland for five days.
There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone has taken a Rede Expressos bus from Lisbon Airport to Lagos, and if so, where exactly at the airport you need to board it? I’m worried I’ll get lost and miss my bus...
Hi again,
I’m adding more details to my info request. Here are two proposed itineraries. We’re hesitating:
Colombo - Unawatuna 2 days - Sinharaja 1 day - Bandarawela 2 days - Kandy 3 days - Dambulla 2 days - Wilpattu Park 1 day - Kalpitiya 3 days - Negombo 1 day
What should we change or add a day for to include Jaffna?
Or: Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days For your advice. Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya? Thanks in advance! Nicole
Or: Negombo 1 day - Anuradhapura 2 days - Jaffna 2 days - Sigiriya 2 days - Dambulla 1 day - Kandy 2 days - Ella 1 day - Galle 3 days For your advice. Is it better to finish in Galle or Kalpitiya? Thanks in advance! Nicole
Hello everyone,
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
This is a warning message! I’d like to address it especially to young women traveling alone for the first time in India. Other travelers may react to my post based on their own experiences, but I think what I’m about to say shouldn’t be taken lightly—unless that’s what you’re looking for!
Last July, I traveled to Northern India. I stopped in Khajuraho to see the famous tantric temples. I stayed one night, and that was more than enough. Khajuraho is very touristy, but you should know that 80% of young Indian men there are "gigolos." Locals call these young men (aged 18 to 30) "playboys" or "Lapka" (which means "capture the woman" in Hindi)!!!
They approach tourists with kindness and politeness, offering tea or a motorcycle ride (which they’ve often gotten from generous Western female tourists) to waterfalls a few kilometers from Khajuraho or other tourist sites. After befriending you, they charm you—be careful, these are professionals who are very skilled at this; it’s all they do, and they do it well. They’ll offer you food, drinks, and even temple entry to confuse you. They’ll suggest spending the evening or even the night with them. **Refuse (unless you’re into local flings and that’s why you came)!!!!**
At first, you’ll be seduced by their generosity, let your guard down, and then they’ll make you believe in *true love*. They won’t leave you alone and will keep in touch via email or phone if you give them your details. The lines they use to soften you up and scam you include: *"I’m the only one taking care of my family, my brother is sick, I don’t know what to do..."* All of this is to manipulate you into offering them money. They’ll never ask for it outright (to avoid being exposed) but will wait for you to suggest it.
If you receive emails from them, they’ll never be signed, and their name won’t appear in the email address (to avoid leaving traces). They use fake names to avoid being reported. If you believe their sob stories and offer help, they’ll give you a bank account number to send money via Western Union. These young men make a living from this—selling their bodies and scamming people! They’re very skilled, charming, manipulative, and *big-time cheaters*!
(Especially one young man who goes by the alias *Tony*—apparently the most skilled. He lives in a hotel near the lake, *Krishna Cottage*, and is in regular contact via Skype with Western women he’s tricked into believing he loves them while shamelessly scamming them. He even opened an internet café on the roof of the hotel with money he stole from women who fell for his charm.)
So, young romantic women craving love, sensitive singles, or anyone emotionally vulnerable—**don’t let yourself be scammed!!!** This behavior is becoming more common in India and is still relatively unknown. Male prostitution is on the rise, and cases of romantic scams and financial fraud by gigolos are increasing.
hi everyone! I’d like to visit Montreal and the surrounding areas in August, and I’ve got 3 weeks of vacation. I’m traveling alone and will be visiting my daughter, who recently moved there. She’ll be working and only available in the evenings! So I’m torn between spending a week in Montreal, then taking a flight to Cuba, and returning to France from Havana—or staying in Montreal and exploring the nearby areas alone.
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
Thanks for your advice! Jocelyne
For my first idea—going to Cuba—is it feasible in terms of administrative formalities and legality? And for my second idea, is it possible to take buses? If so, is it too expensive? And are there many places served by them?
Thanks for your advice! Jocelyne
From FES, I’d like to spend a few days in:
MEKNES
CHEFCHAOUEN
TETOUAN
and then return to FES.
I’m planning this trip in November.
Thanks for your tips!