Run to the sun….

[Ian_H]

I have a large 'virtual' fresh cod available to whack the next one who stirs it up again, be warned boys and girls ... my aim is spot on and the height or lack of stature of the receiver doesn't affect my accuracy especially in the region I aim for!

Sounds like some safety gear required- the codpiece of course!

 

[Razamataz]

Nah it’s got the door at the back so drop down bed

 

[Riverbankannie]

Is that remark something rude that I don’t understand, to do with picture above it ?

 

[pelican]

Sounds like some safety gear required- the codpiece of course!
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Obviously you have not seen the Monty Python joke.

 

[jongood]

Not my cup of tea either, but then I don’t have the 90/180 problem

90/180 is not the reason we've been 6 times. But it is marmite.

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[MitchandJenny]

Sounds like some safety gear required- the codpiece of course!
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Is That part of your chat up gear ?
Mitch

 

[WESTY66]

90/180 is not the reason we've been 6 times. But it is marmite.

I must admit Jon, it’s the only reason I am considering going when I retire, if I could spend 365 in the EU (notice I didn’t say 365 in the same country) I would, especially Germany

 

[lorger]

I have followed thread but nothing about Morocco makes me want to go there in a Motorhome (to date)

Not my cup of tea either, but then I don’t have the 90/180 problem

I’m not sure any of the threads sell it to me but I still want to go and see for myself, I still think we’ll enjoy it even if we don’t love it and only one way to find out.

 

[1967bowesj]

I must admit Jon, it’s the only reason I am considering going when I retire, if I could spend 365 in the EU (notice I didn’t say 365 in the same country) I would, especially Germany

You can, u just become a German citizen lol

 

[WESTY66]

You can, u just become a German citizen lol

I doubt it, I don’t have the wealth to back me up

I do however have a German van

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[Peavy]

I do however have a German van

Yeah, that's probably enough

 

[Grummyb]

have a large 'virtual' fresh cod available to whack the next one who stirs it up again, be warned boys and girls ... my aim is spot on and the height or lack of stature of the receiver doesn't affect my accuracy especially in the region I aim for!

im up for that minxy but can you tie me up first

 

[Janine]

im up for that minxy but can you tie me up first

Lordy - don’t give her ideas!

 

[Barchetta47]

I’m not sure any of the threads sell it to me but I still want to go and see for myself, I still think we’ll enjoy it even if we don’t love it and only one way to find out.

As some have said it’s different to most European trips.

What I would say if you have travelled around large parts of Asia, we did backpacking adventures to the likes of Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam etc, and enjoyed those trips I’m pretty sure you’ll enjoy Morocco. The rubbish is worse in Asia than Morocco IMV. In both Asia and Morocco there are many interesting and varied things to see and experience and almost universally the people are great. Both are definitely not Europe, I mean that in a good way. I’ve now been to Morocco 4 times in the van and really enjoyed each trip, if you’re into history there is loads to see, breathtaking views and drives, interesting cuisine, good weather and we’ve met some great people. To some extent it does help our Schengen days but we came here before it was ever an issue. The large number of French and German motorhomers aren’t here for Schengen days! What I would say it’s a country which is changing quite quickly so if you want to see more of the older Morocco the next few years would be a good time to visit.

But hey we are all different I just though some might be interested in my take on things.

PS: Mrs B has just said there are too many people from Europe already here why are you encouraging more to come!!! So please don’t come otherwise I’m in the dog house.

 

[Grianan]

It’s on our radar. Probably not as our first longer trip when we retire but hopefully the one after that. I love these travel threads with pointers of where to go.

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[Just smiffy]

As some have said it’s different to most European trips.

What I would say if you have travelled around large parts of Asia, we did backpacking adventures to the likes of Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam etc, and enjoyed those trips I’m pretty sure you’ll enjoy Morocco. The rubbish is worse in Asia than Morocco IMV. In both Asia and Morocco there are many interesting and varied things to see and experience and almost universally the people are great. Both are definitely not Europe, I mean that in a good way. I’ve now been to Morocco 4 times in the van and really enjoyed each trip, if you’re into history there is loads to see, breathtaking views and drives, interesting cuisine, good weather and we’ve met some great people. To some extent it does help our Schengen days but we came here before it was ever an issue. The large number of French and German motorhomers aren’t here for Schengen days! What I would say it’s a country which is changing quite quickly so if you want to see more of the older Morocco the next few years would be a good time to visit.

But hey we are all different I just though some might be interested in my take on things.

PS: Mrs B has just said there are too many people from Europe already here why are you encouraging more to come!!! So please don’t come otherwise I’m in the dog house.

Good post Steve, to be honest I wasn’t really looking forward to Morocco as I’ve been many years ago and I’ve been to Tunisia in recent years but mainly tourist areas and thought it would be similar but it’s not really… but this is the reason I love motorhoming as it takes you through the real country you are visiting and not just the shiny sterile tourist traps, even Spain has areas that are not very appealing to a tourist but they are great to find and discover the “real” place…

I’m sort of stoic in life and the poor people and scabby dogs (although I haven’t seen many) is something I’m aware of but I can see past it, I’ve seen just as bad on a street in the uk if you go looking for it, there’s rich and poor everywhere…

But it’s a different culture that’s for sure and the strong religion is evident but times are indeed changing but I would say that if people are adventurous and looking for an adventure then Morocco is the place because it is so different to anywhere in Europe…
It’s about the only place left for motorhomers to experience a true wilderness which feels like a risk to be there and expecting the unexpected, it’s certainly a place you have to plan a bit more and make preparations every time you travel even in short distances conditions can change, I’m starting to move in land tomorrow and looking forward to another adventure from the safety and small comfort of being on a site… it feels like I’m off to the wilderness and outback exploring and perhaps never to be seen again….

 

[Just smiffy]

Also it’s good to get out of our comfort zone and push our boundaries now and again, it makes you realise how lucky we are and to not take things for granted..

 

[Barriesimpson]

That’s exactly what I said , he has a different way to most people , and at times hard to understand but he is what he is and very open about that , he has never hidden or apologised for his mannerisms or attitudes SO we accept him for who he is

I think what we all need to remember here is that written words on a forum are not the same as talking to someone face to face. Emotions are very difficult to convey (unless you are a gifted writer or poet, which most of us are not) on these medias and unless you know the person personally then it is hard to judge what is going on in their mind.

 

[jongood]

I must admit Jon, it’s the only reason I am considering going when I retire, if I could spend 365 in the EU (notice I didn’t say 365 in the same country) I would, especially Germany

Germany is not good in the winter. Unless you want to go skiing other Eu countries aren't that good in the winter, Spain is about the best in but too busy and the weather isn't generally that reliable in Feb and March. Greece is a maybe but again weather can be iffy.

There are lots of places you can go that are great in the winter which dont use up EU days, but Morroco is the only one that is realistically accessible with your own motorhome with best chance for decent weather.

 

[Just smiffy]

Germany is not good in the winter. Unless you want to go skiing other Eu countries aren't that good in the winter, Spain is about the best in but too busy and the weather isn't generally that reliable in Feb and March. Greece is a maybe but again weather can be iffy.

There are lots of places you can go that are great in the winter which dont use up EU days, but Morroco is the only one that is realistically accessible with your own motorhome with best chance for decent weather.

That’s right, there have been some days that it’s been too hot for me, just like a hot summers day in the uk…

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[WESTY66]

Germany is not good in the winter. Unless you want to go skiing other Eu countries aren't that good in the winter, Spain is about the best in but too busy and the weather isn't generally that reliable in Feb and March. Greece is a maybe but again weather can be iffy.

There are lots of places you can go that are great in the winter which dont use up EU days, but Morroco is the only one that is realistically accessible with your own motorhome with best chance for decent weather.

Luckily for me Jon, I’m not too bothered about chasing the sun although it’s nice, it’s not a necessity for me (we’ve just come back from new year in Switzerland) but I DO want to experience Morocco, and also Turkiye

 

[Steve and Denise]

Germany is not good in the winter. Unless you want to go skiing other Eu countries aren't that good in the winter, Spain is about the best in but too busy and the weather isn't generally that reliable in Feb and March. Greece is a maybe but again weather can be iffy.

There are lots of places you can go that are great in the winter which dont use up EU days, but Morroco is the only one that is realistically accessible with your own motorhome with best chance for decent weather.

Must admit Morroco is definitely not on our radar but fair play to them who go and enjoy it. Just not for us, although enjoy reading about it

 

[CaptainPaul]

You'll enjoy when you head inland then Garry, its much cooler....

 

[Minxy]

im up for that minxy but can you tie me up first

Sorry no can do, the chase is all part of my the fun!

Lordy - don’t give her ideas!

Nay fear, I've got plenty already.

 

[Just smiffy]

You'll enjoy when you head inland then Garry, its much cooler.... View attachment 1006624

It’s around 2c at night next week in tafraoute … I’ll have to put the heating on again…

It’s a good job I’ve got a gas hose for a local cylinder …

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