Miles to Go - Travel Tips, News & Reviews You Can't Afford to Miss! Marrakesh Tips & Tricks
Nov 19, 2025
Dive into a whirlwind 18-hour visit to Marrakesh, where the hosts explore the enchanting experience of staying in a riad and navigating the vibrant souks. Discover the lively atmosphere of the main square and the charm of rooftop dining amid aggressive hawkers. The conversation shifts to the exciting Bilt and Rakuten partnership, revealing how earning points on mortgages is on the horizon. Plus, there's insider info on flight options from New York to Morocco and juicy travel deals to keep your wanderlust alive!
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Riad Stay Delivered Authentic Charm
- Ed Pizza stayed in a riad (Riyadh) inside Marrakech's Medina and got an in-room check-in with welcome fruit and mint tea.
- He loved the private solarium room, rooftop dining, and personable family-run service at the Riyadh-le.
Marrakech Is Close To Europe
- Europe and northwest Africa are geographically closer than many assume, with Lisbon to Marrakech roughly a 1h40m flight.
- This proximity makes Marrakech a practical short stopover from Portugal-based trips.
Terminal Mix-Up In Lisbon
- Ed misassumed low-cost carriers used Lisbon Terminal 2 and wasted time taking a bus before learning EasyJet departed Terminal 1.
- He blamed overconfidence and flight app assumptions for the mix-up.