TRAVEL
DREAM ESCAPES
Wave-lashed ramparts, vast sandy stretches and a lively cafe culture give this Moroccan coastal city a unique allure
A DOSE OF ESCAPISM TO INSPIRE FUTURE GETAWAYS…
COMPILED BY HARRIET CHARNOCK-BATES. PHOTOS: GETTY IMAGES
Jessica Alba fell in love with Morocco
Essaouira
STAY
Nestled in Essaouira’s argan and olive tree-studded hills is Le Jardin des Douars (3). Rammed-earth walls, tiled floors and richly decorated lounging spaces give a sumptuous, homefrom- home feel, and beside the two jade-green pools the vibe is time-stoppingly tranquil.