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Morocco's First Marriott Resort Opens at Taghazout Bay
A 250-room Marriott Resort opened at Taghazout Bay on 1 July 2026 — Morocco's first Marriott property, with beach access and five food outlets.
Travel News
Stay up to date with the latest travel news for Taghazout and Morocco: visa changes, flight updates, local events, and anything that affects your trip.
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FIFA Inspects Agadir as Morocco Ramps Up World Cup 2030 Prep
A FIFA delegation toured Agadir's Grand Stadium as Morocco accelerates its 2030 World Cup preparations. Here is what that means for Taghazout.
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Taghazout Named Only African Tripadvisor Top Pick 2026
Taghazout is the only African destination in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travellers' Choice. July on the Atlantic coast sits 10°C cooler than inland Morocco.
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Essaouira: Morocco's Best Month for Kitesurfing in July
July brings Essaouira's strongest Alizé trade winds, making it the best month for kitesurfing on Morocco's Atlantic coast. What to know before you go.
Event
Timitar Festival Returns to Agadir in July 2026
Agadir's Timitar world music festival is back this July with an Amazigh and international lineup. How to combine it with a surf stay in Taghazout.
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Morocco Breaks Tourism Records as Taghazout Visits Surge
Morocco welcomed 7.7 million visitors in the first five months of 2026, a 13% year-on-year rise, with Taghazout among the world's trending destinations.
Flights
Air Transat Opens First North America–Agadir Route
Air Transat's inaugural Montreal–Agadir flight operated on 12 June 2026, becoming the only nonstop service between North America and southern Morocco.
Event
Gnaoua World Music Festival in Essaouira: 25–27 June 2026
The Gnaoua World Music Festival ran in Essaouira, 175 km north of Taghazout, on 25–27 June 2026 with free concerts. The 2027 edition is due in late June.
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Morocco Climbs to 22nd in Global Tourism Rankings in 2025
Morocco reached 22nd place in global tourism arrivals with 19.8 million visitors in 2025, cementing Taghazout and the Atlantic coast on the world map.
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Taghazout Named a Top Trending Destination for 2026
Taghazout ranked 13th in Tripadvisor's 2026 Trending Destinations, the only African location in the global top 25 and a milestone for Morocco's surf coast.
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Morocco Tourism Record Revenues 2026: Impact on Taghazout
Morocco earned $4.83 billion in tourism revenues in the first four months of 2026, up 21%. What the surge means for visitors planning a Taghazout trip.
Disruption
Eid Al Adha Falls 27 May: What Taghazout Visitors Should Know
Eid Al Adha on 27 May 2026 brings heavier traffic and quieter businesses to Morocco. Here's what to expect if you're visiting Taghazout during the holiday.
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Morocco Signs Mediterranean Tourism Plan for Summer 2026
Morocco has joined a Mediterranean-wide tourism resilience plan, promoting shoulder-season travel and sustainable tourism on the Atlantic coast in 2026.
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IFC Orders Morocco Tourism Roadmap: Atlantic Coast Focus
The IFC has commissioned a tourism investment roadmap for Morocco, with underdeveloped coastal regions like Agadir and Taghazout among the priority areas.
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Morocco Tourism Investment Shifts to Atlantic Coast
Morocco is redirecting tourism investment to underdeveloped regions like Souss-Massa, signalling an infrastructure uplift for Agadir and Taghazout.
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Agadir Ranked Cheapest Summer Holiday of 2026
Agadir ranked most affordable summer 2026 destination. British visitors make up 30% of stays averaging 5.6 days — demand outpacing supply, book early.
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Morocco Draws Record Visitors as Middle East Unrest Grows
International media highlights Morocco as a safe, thriving alternative as travellers reroute from conflict-affected regions. Arrivals up 7% in Q1 2026.
Event
Morocco at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Visitors' Guide
Morocco's Atlas Lions kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign on 13 June. Here's what the tournament means for atmosphere and planning your Taghazout visit.
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Morocco's Hotel Pipeline Hits Record Highs for 2026
Morocco is Africa's second-largest hotel construction market with 75 active projects and 10,600+ rooms in development — 64% already under construction.
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