Replace the desert with the sea and sample the relaxed delight of Agadir, Morocco's sun-kissed coastal gem. A day trip from Marrakech carries you through such stunningly altering country: dry plains, argan forests, and on to the glistening beaches of the Atlantic.

And welcome to Agadir, sun-baked beaches and great mouthfuls of the fresh sea air into a city combining comfort and technology with a relaxed and welcoming ambiance. Let your feet carry you up Agadir Oufella, the famous kasbah, where sea and harbour views sweep round you. Get lost in local bazaars that house colors, spices, and handmade goods. Walk around the busy seafront esplanade or just sit beside the sea, bathed in sunshine, as you experience a seafood lunch.