Fly from Nice to Casablanca

The time for change is now! For your next weekend away with friends, why not try something new and unexpected, a place both photo-worthy and unforgettable? In short, why not steal away to Casablanca? You’ll find all the comforts of a large city - The City, as some locals refer to it, in reference to its thriving economic centre - while still getting off the beaten track and adding a touch of the exotic to your city break!

This beauty of the Orient will surprise you time and time again. First with its ‘art de vivre’. Become enchanted with local customs: a mint tea in a souk, a trendy cocktail in a beach bar, a sunny lunch of grilled fish on Dar Bouazza beach, an afternoon in a hammam, or a spicy dinner in a restaurant right out of the pages of Arabian Nights.
But also with its culture: In Casablanca, you’ll discover Arabic culture in all its glory. A refined culture you’ll see reflected in the incomparable décor of the Hassan II mosque, and in the picturesque, colourful streets of the Medina. It’s hard not to be moved by this incredible melding of styles.

- Visit the Hassan II mosque. With its magical location facing the ocean, its immense minaret (the tallest in the world), and the best of Moroccan craftsmanship in its décor, this titan is the crown jewel of Casablanca.
- Linger in the Medina, the old city, to see the real Casablanca. Behind its ramparts you’ll find a maze of narrow streets, the oldest monuments in the city, small shops dedicated to local craftsmanship, as well as food markets.
- Wander around Quartier Habous, Casablanca’s second most photo-worthy district. Here you’ll find Casablanca's largest souk, as well as the Royal Palace - the most magnificent building in the city.
- At the end of the day, stop off at Place Mohamed V at the heart of the city to take in the Arabo-Andalusian or Art Deco façades lit up by the last rays of the sun and then, once night falls, by the fountain light shows.
- As the sun sets, breathe in the salty ocean air from Ain Diab, the city’s hub for beach front entertainment. As you finish your walk, take a break in one of the many bars, restaurants, or dance clubs that line the sea front.
- Get lost in the crowds and cool off in the Morocco Mall, which is among the Top 20 largest shopping centres in the world. You’ll find hundreds of boutiques, restaurants, an ice-skating rink, an amusement park and even an aquarium.
- Jump into the waves of the Atlantic on the beaches of Ain Diab or Lalla Maryem. Or if you’re looking for a bit more comfort, try the saltwater swimming pools of the waterfront beach clubs.
- Relax in a hammam. The Guess Spa and Gaïa Spa offer an upscale and intimate setting. You’ll find Turkish-style baths at Pacha, Gauthier, Solidarité Féminine, as well as at Bains Ziani and Topkapi.
- Get a taste of Moroccan cuisine, among the best the Mediterranean has to offer. In addition to classics like couscous and tajine, try pastillas, briouats (small pastries with meat or fish) and various chorba.
- Sample the best of Moroccan wine: those from Guerrouane, the Atlas Coast, and Boulaouane. The Wynn, the Bavaroise, and the Bistrot d’Alexandre are the places to be for connoisseurs