tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post4031506745371733747..comments2024-11-04T21:15:12.322-08:00Diane Dorrans Saekshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448[email protected]Blogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-25736101758020452732012-03-09T11:24:53.983-08:002012-03-09T11:24:53.983-08:00This is my third visit to this post, and my first comment -there is a treasure trove of useful information here, but what has kept me coming back to revisit this is the delicious writing, the quotes by Wharton and the whole exotic romance of it all...a place where tradition, craft and high style conjoin. This, like all your posts, is an extraordinary and thorough reference -a real keeper for the both the world and the &quot;armchair&quot; traveler alike. <br />Loved it!Philip Bewleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593795071070337798[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-83456492919482351952012-03-06T16:41:39.227-08:002012-03-06T16:41:39.227-08:00HI Beryn, Greetings PEGGY, Hello, Melissa-<br /><br />I love your spirited responses.<br /><br />Morocco has not really been on the radar for American travelers for some time. Getting there is not necessarily direct or simple (especially from the West Coast0&gt; Some travelers my have wondered if it is safe. I would absolutely say that I traveled all over Morocco--and never had a moment&#39;s concern. Never. I had a driver--and went to many neighborhoods. People are charming and friendly. Hotel staff are cosmopolitan and incredibly helpful.<br />I can&#39;t wait to return. very best, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-18672405246913518182012-03-06T16:39:07.716-08:002012-03-06T16:39:07.716-08:00HI CLAUDIA-<br /><br /><br />The key to Morocco travel: select the perfect season.<br />A friend was in Marrakesh last August--and it was 104 deg f F every day. He could not go outside during the day. Spring and fall are ideal. Do lots of research. There are now wonderful hotels--notably the ones I&#39;ve written about that have authentic Moroccan style. Another friend recently booked a stay via www.airbnb.com and is staying at the residence of a noted architect. Creative idea. I adore Morocca and especially love Marrakesh. I hope you go there soon. best DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-50365758956146448862012-03-06T16:35:21.610-08:002012-03-06T16:35:21.610-08:00Hi Terri-<br />Thank you for your enthusiasm and insight. Yes, researching and keeping files for travel make it all work. I keep working files on Paris and India and London and update them always--so that I have all the essential info (museums, hotels, restaurants, new exhibits) when heading out. Happy trails. DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-70756449612677711682012-03-06T10:13:10.275-08:002012-03-06T10:13:10.275-08:00Diane,<br /><br />The look of the hotel is really so beautiful and more than that the feel I get when I look at the photo&#39;s is one of great calm and peace....<br /><br />I use to love going to spa&#39;s and destination spa&#39;s was my love.. I can say I have had some of the most spiritual experiences of my life at spa&#39;s..<br /><br />I think It is one of the places I feel safe enough to just let go...<br /><br />Do you ever venture out to the Southwest?<br />If you do I have a few suggestions for hotels and food, and the best hidden talent...<br /><br />xo<br />Melissahoneybeeandmeonline.net[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-58534061624178513412012-03-06T08:38:37.051-08:002012-03-06T08:38:37.051-08:00Will send this to travelers!I know. thanks for taking me along to the fabulous hotel. xxpeggybraswelldesign.compeggy braswellhttp://peggybraswelldesign.com[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-48111024837194334732012-03-06T08:11:03.383-08:002012-03-06T08:11:03.383-08:00What a wonderful sneak preview to whet the appetite for a much longed for trip to such an exotic place. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights.Berynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05612165379442270550[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-40579496741759796642012-03-05T19:41:54.717-08:002012-03-05T19:41:54.717-08:00I have been dying to visit Morocco for years!!! What a delicious tease your story is. The Hammams of the Royal Mansour may top the list at this very moment, but all of Marrakesh beckons my visit.<br /><br />Cheers,<br /><br />ClaudiaClaudia Juestelhttp://www.adeenidesigngroup.com/blog/articles[email protected]tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-41490352483462138632012-03-05T12:26:19.437-08:002012-03-05T12:26:19.437-08:00Diane - what wonderful posts. I hope to visit one day and I will keep your notes for reference!!<br />I just re-listened to you on the Skirted Roundtable (I do this on the treadmill to pass the time...) while I was home visiting my Mum. I appreciated your remarks about researching one&#39;s trips so thoroughly before one leaves. I am a planner but yet did not research my trips too thoroughly. I have started doing more research and find it truly enriches the trip to have more depth before you go! I was doing it for shops and restaurants but have started to read more about historical buildings, museums, etc. and it really improves the experience! So thanks for that sage advice. I loved the podcast and have listened to it more than once...<br /><br />Gosh, I would love to be your personal assistant. haha. I admire you so much - I love the same things are you but just did not have the same exposure growing up, so I am making up for lost time. You would be an incredible mentor!<br /><br />:)<br />Warm regards, TerriWindlosthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17014227226507484798[email protected]