Marrakech Riad Podcast

Mike and Ollie discuss the latest update in Marrakech, following the news the borders will reopen on 7 February 2022! For more information about the World Storytelling Cafe and World Storytelling Festival - visit the website www.worldstorytellingcafe.com For more information about our Marrakech Riad's, and the Henna Cafe, visit www.marrakech-riad.com

It's June 2021 and the borders have reopened in Morocco! Mike and Oliver discuss what you can expect from a trip to Marrakech this year. You can support the work of The Henna Cafe Soup Kitchen via https://uk.gofundme.com/f/henna-cafe-soup-kitchen/

Mike and Ollie discuss the latest from Marrakech, with an update on how Marrakech has responded to the Coronavirus Pandemic and a look ahead to 2021. We also discuss the important work of the Henna Cafe: Soup Kitchen, which you can support via https://uk.gofundme.com/f/henna-cafe-soup-kitchen

On today's podcast, we provide an update on how Marrakech has responded to the Coronavirus Pandemic. We also have some exciting news to share about the launch of a new project!

Marrakech is for everybody. Hear a fantastic mum-and-daughter top ten from regular visitors Jan and Kate discussed with Mike and Ollie.Beldi Country ClubBaromètreHenna caféMax and JanWood turnersRestaurant NomadMéchoui AlleyLe ComptoirThe Pearl

From a nice little Italian restaurant to the Moroccan national football team, insider tips and a personal perspective from our own Mike Wood1. Amaia2. Churchill’s Bar3. Madrassa Ben Yussef4. The Secret garden5. An excursion to Essouira6. Mohammed El Krita7. Svenge8. Ramadan breakfast9. Football in Marrakech10. Tuk tuk travel

The BIG Top Ten classic attractions in the Imperial City of Marrakech. 1. Jemma al Fnaa square2. The new Yves St Laurent Muséum3. The fabulous Majorelle Gardens4. Saadian tombs5. Bahia palace6. Menara garden7. El Badi palace8. Maison de photographie9. Museee de Marrakech10. Musée de Confluences and Bacha CoffeeIntroduced by Morocco experts Mike and Lucie in discussion with Oliver.

Co-founder of the renowned Maison de photographie, Patrick explains what attracted him to Morocco as well as the background to his new music museum and ground breaking development projects in Morocco and Nepal.

The acclaimed Pikala bike project has been hugely successful in Marrakech and us about to expand to other cities. We are joined by charismatic founder Cantal and Project Manager Khaoula

The iconic Jan Pauwels joins us to talk craftsmen, design, concept stores, and what’s next for the Marrakech medina!

Frequent visitors Ed and Irene Wood reminisce about forty years of family visits. Marrakech is for everyone!

The Marrakech Riad Podcast is back! Mike and Ollie share with us what we can look forward to this series

On this episode of the Marrakech Riad Podcast, Ollie and Mike talk with Bella Lloyd, Producer and Director of 'Gordon, Gino and Fred Christmas Road Trip'. Our Riads are flexible spaces which the team adapts to meet guests' needs. The production team had some special requirements which we loved the challenge of meeting. But the process was not so different to helping any group of guests make the most of their time in the Medina.

Friend and neighbour James Wix talks to us about his fabulous trou au mur restaurant and the regeneration of the Kaat Benahid district of the medina

On this episode, we talk about staying in a Riad in Marrakesh. Oliver is joined by Mike and Lucy Wood.

Whether you are staying in Marrakech for a short or long duration - there really is an excursion for everybody in Morocco! Mike Wood discusses with Oliver some of the brilliant trips and activities on offer

The Souk is an absolute must for your stay in Marrakesh! In this episode, we learn the very best advice and tips from a former souk seller alongside an experienced shopper. From the best time to go, where to avoid and a demonstration of a haggle - Oliver is joined by Zubair and Lucy!

Oliver and Mike meet Art Collector Nabil and hear about “The Orientaliste”, his private museum in the Heart of the Marrakech Medina

In this episode, we talk about Marrakesh and all it has to offer. Who is it for? What is there to know about the infamous Souk? Can you still have food and drink like any other European city? Hannah Landsall, Mike Wood and Oliver Dean discuss!

In this episode, we give you an idea of what to expect from your first 24 Hours in Marrakech! From the bustling streets to the perfect Instagram spot at Marrakech Airport.

Travelling to Marrakech for the first time? In this episode, Mike and Hannah explain what you should and shouldn't be bringing with you to Marrakech!