Cristian

With a passion for travel and particularly Morocco, I own and manage Sun Trails.

Villa Des Orangers, Marrakech

  Riads in Marrakech were sprouting like mushrooms a few years back when the economic crisis hadn’t yet touched Europe and USA. The debate of the day was: what makes a Riad a Riad ? Why some places are called ‘Dar’ and others ‘Riad’ ? Is it the shape of the house ? The number …

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Azalai Desert Lodge, Zagora

In the shade of the eucalyptus, I am just about to finish my lunch with a fresh mellon- infused home made ice- cream and a glass of what the owner of the house calls a ‘citronnade’: a freshly squeezed lemon juice mixed with mint, sugar and lots of water, served frozen. Nothing more refreshing given …

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Dar Al Hossoun, Taroudant

Chic Lodge on the outskirts of Taroudant with prize- winning gardens. Update 2023: Ollivier Verra passed away last year. His partner Xavier has successfully taken the reins of DAH since then and we are glad to say that there are now new additions: a la carte restaurant open to non residents, new suites and more. …

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Favorites

These have been our favorite partners along the years, distinguished by the constance of their service and attention to detail. Azalai Desert Lodge – LE LUXE at the foot of the Sahara dunes Kasbah Ellouze – the most beautiful kasbah next to Ait Benhaddou – French & Moroccan cuisine Education for all Morocco – help …

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