Morocco Marrakesh

“One of the most underrated countries,” were the words Spinner to describe travelling across the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain’s neighbor.

“Morocco’s not just “camels and carpets,” it’s a dynamic destination,” says Spinner. “Perched inside the confines of the Atlas Mountains, Morocco’s climate is surprisingly delightful. From Tangier to Casablanca, the country feels “unspoiled” by modernity and the exotic architecture dates back over 700 years.

Spinner mentions one can find one of the best hotels in the world with unrivaled service in Marrakesh at La Mamounia, “a six-star hotel conceived by the Royal Mansour as a place for the king’s personal guests.” Each room offers a house butler. He also recommends Sir Richard Branson’s 28-room Kasbah Tamadot in the gorgeous Atlas Mountains, a property he purchased during one of his famous ballooning expeditions.

Beyond Marrakesh, travelers can explore the majesty of the Sahara Desert, travel the coast, and hop from Tangier to Casablanca to Chefchaouen, the iconic “Blue City,” all the while being able to retreat to a luxurious oasis at will.