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Read more about the article Spices and Herbs of Morocco

Herbs and Spices for Sale

Post author:Grumps
Post published:22 April 2024
Post category:Local Knowledge Morocco Places

Spices and Herbs of Morocco

Morocco is famous for its cuisine that features a wide variety of herbs and spices. The spice merchants in Marrakesh and other cities across the country sell freshly ground spices…

Read more about the article Gas in Morocco

The outside of the gas locker on the motorhome.

Post author:Grumps
Post published:21 April 2024
Post category:Local Knowledge Morocco Motorhome Life Places

Gas in Morocco

Gas is widely available all over Europe. When travelling further afield things are not always so straightforward.

Post author:Grumps
Post published:8 December 2023
Post category:Local Knowledge Morocco Places

Travelling to Morocco by ferry, what to expect

In this post, I discuss our experience of taking the ferry to Morocco. The paperwork required, and how the process works.

Read more about the article Traveling to Morocco with a pet

One very happy dog

Post author:Grumps
Post published:1 December 2023
Post category:EU Morocco Pet

Traveling to Morocco with a pet

In this post, I discuss our experience of taking our pet dog with us to Morocco. The problems we encountered, the paperwork required, what is required to return to the…

Read more about the article The not-so-glam side of motorhome life

It's a bit upsetting seeing your home being driven away like this

Post author:Grumps
Post published:24 February 2023
Post category:Local Knowledge Motorhome Life

The not-so-glam side of motorhome life

Social Media would have you believe motorhome life is all sunshine and roses. But that's not the whole story. There is a not-so-glam side too.

Read more about the article Lockdown Number 3

Empty Beach During lockdown number 3

Post author:Grumps
Post published:9 January 2021
Post category:Devon Local Knowledge Places UK

Lockdown Number 3

As the country goes into lockdown No. 3, I take a look at what difference it makes on a popular Westcountry beach.

Read more about the article Touring EU post Brexit

Travelling in Europe Post Brexit

Post author:Grumps
Post published:30 December 2020
Post category:EU Local Knowledge Places

The COVID-19 pandemic has prevented us from travelling this year. Nobodys’ fault, but no less frustrating for all that. We were originally planning to cross into France at the end of September for 6 months and take in Spain and Portugal as well. We were then going to return to Blackpool Sands for the summer season 2021 before venturing off further afield next autumn. However, we have taken the decision to stay where we are until things have settled down to something approaching normality. Now, of course, the Brexit deal is done. Travelling around Europe presents a whole new set of challenges for us.