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SAÏDIA
aBOUT THE CITY
Saïdia, in the northeastern corner of Morocco, is the place to go when you’re looking for a beach holiday where you can get away from it all. With a vast beach of white sand and azure Mediterranean waters, Saïdia is ideal whether you’re after a relaxing break, something more active or a holiday of exploration. You can play a round on the masterful eighteen hole golf course, take a boat out and go scuba diving, enjoy a meal at one of the top restaurants, just spend some ‘you time’ at a luxurious spa – you’ll be spoilt for choice. But it’s not all manmade development in the area; much of the area is unspoilt countryside and you should definitely consider visiting the nearby Sidi Yahya oasis, climbing the large eucalyptus covered dunes and walking along the clifftops of the Cap de l’Eau.
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SAÏDIA BEACHES
Saïdia has one of the longest beaches in the country, with an impressive fourteen kilometres of lovely golden sand. Add this to its gorgeous Mediterranean location, with a temperate climate and azure seas, and you’ll see why this resort has become so popular with international tourists.
To reach the beach you walk through pretty groves of mimosa and eucalyptus trees, which provide welcome shade during the hotter months. Once you’re there you can lounge and soak up the sun, have a swim in the warm sea or take a long walk and enjoy the view. Further along the coast the beach becomes part of the Moulouya National Park, ideal for spotting some natural Moroccan wildlife.
SAÏDIA FAMILY DAYS OUT
With a beach nearly 14 km long and water that’s crystal clear, Saïdia is a great place to take your family for some relaxing, sun-seeking and swimming. Keen for exercise? Then you can always take advantage of the variety of water sports on offer. Saïdia has schools for sailing, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing or water skiing, catering for all ages and abilities. If you’re looking to stay dry, then how about taking a camel, horse or quad bike along the beautiful stretches of golden beach? You might also want to visit the natural bird preserve surrounding Saïdia, one of the finest of its kind in Morocco and a great place for kids to go nature spotting.
SAÏDIA FOOD AND DRINK
People come to enjoy Saïdia for many reasons: the long sandy beaches, the excellent climate, the leisure facilities … and the cuisine.
The food in this part of Morocco is famous for having a rich and subtle variety of flavours and it’s evident in the many unique dishes that are on offer here. Order berkoukes and you’ll be served with a highly spiced soup created with wheat and seasonal vegetables. Karane is a smooth puree made from flour and chickpeas, and ka’aks are crispy ring-shaped biscuits made with aniseed, cardamom and sesame seeds. The region is also famous for makrouts – delicious little fried semolina cakes studded with dates and then smothered in honey.
SAÏDIA GOLF
Saïdia is an up-and-coming Moroccan resort, and the golf course here is also gaining lots of positive attention, proving to be quite a draw for golfing holidaymakers.
Palmeral Golf Saïdia has been built in a similar design to an American championship course. There are water hazards, sand traps and island greens along the way, and the whole thing is finished off with a spectacular eighteenth hole. It’s an impressive course design which is both fun and challenging, and the state-of-the-art amenities are the perfect complement to this wonderful golf resort.
Saïdia Med Golf
Designer: Fransico Seagales
Holes: 18
Par: 72 (6,160m)
· Clubhouse and restaurant
· Excellent practice facilities including a driving range
· Golf academy
Getting There: 50 minutes away from Oujda and Nador Airports
WOW FACTOR: Built upon a breathtaking coastline
http://www.golfsaidia.ma/en/
SAÏDIA MOTORCYCLING
While it’s usually towns and cities in western and central Morocco that appear on biker’s touring itineraries, the eastern side of the country is also great for touring, and Saïdia, the ‘Blue Pearl’ in the north-eastern corner of Morocco is an excellent base.
You and your motorbike have several options when choosing destinations to ride to. Saïdia is on the Mediterranean coast and the N16 coast road is great fun to ride, with the sea on one side and rugged hill country on the other. Heading south, the Beni-Snassen mountains are nearby, and it doesn’t take long before you’re riding through groves of oak trees growing on the mountains’ slopes, taking on the curves and switchbacks that take you to the summit of these 1,500 metre high peaks.
SAÏDIA MUSIC FESTIVALS
Saïdia’s major music festival is called The Reggada Festival. Held every August, it’s a tribute to Reggada. This is a traditional form of tribal music from the area which has been brought up-to-date and is now one of the most popular genres in north Morocco.
In nearby Oujda, the International Rai Festival is held every July. It celebrates and promotes the music style Rai that originated in Algeria. Hundreds of thousands of visitors come to see popular Moroccan and Algerian musicians on stage every year.
Another festival in Oujda is the Gharnati Music Festival. It’s held every other March and hosts a variety of orchestras and associations. The name refers to an Arab-Andalusian tradition of music.
SAÏDIA PEOPLE
Saïdia is a relatively new location in Morocco, having been founded in 1883 by Sultan Hassan I. The city grew up around his 15,600 square metre kasbah, which he built to monitor the movement of people to and from Algeria. Thirty years later, when Morocco became a French protectorate, Saïdia was a popular destination for settlers from France.
Today the French influence still runs very strongly in the people here. They have the relaxed nature of a population living on one of the most beautiful shores in the world, and as the majority of their economy stems from tourism, visitors are made to feel extremely welcome.
top hotels in SAÏDIA
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This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. This 5-star hotel is located on a 8.7 mi beach with views of the Beni Snassen Mountains. It offers a spa with hot tub, 5 swimming pools and a fitness center.
The air-conditioned guest rooms at the Iberostar feature a balcony with views of the garden or the Alboran Sea. Each spacious room is equipped with a TV, telephone and mini-bar. All rooms have a seating area and a private bathroom.
Japanese cuisine is served in 1 of the restaurants at Iberostar Saidia and Mediterranean cuisine is served in the other restaurant. The Music Bar hosts live music.
With a 24-hour reception, the hotel provides a club for children and activities including tennis and archery. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas.
The hotel is 31 mi from Oujda Airport and free private parking is possible on site.
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This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach. Set in the seaside resort of Saidia, this all-inclusive hotel offers a private, sandy beach and an outdoor swimming pool.
Each air-conditioned room features satellite TV. The luxurious rooms at Be Live Collection Saïdia have a balcony with sea views. A mini-bar is included in each room.
Savor Mediterranean cuisine at restaurant Sirene and buffet meals in restaurant Safran. Guests can enjoy a drink on the outdoor terrace at Bar Marocain Rif or in the Sports Bar.
Be Live Collection Saïdia Spa features a hot tub, massage sessions, game room and sauna. There are tennis courts on site and the Teatre Disco Bar is open until midnight. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Saidia City Center is a 10-minute walk from the hotel and there is a golf course 0.6 mi away.
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This property is a 20-minute walk from the beach. Set in Saïdia with a direct access to the beach, Radisson Blu Resort Saidia Beach features 3 outdoor pools and spa center.
The hotel has a children’s playground and terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at one of the four restaurants in the hotel, offering Moroccan, Asian, Spanish and Mediterranean cuisines. Guests can also have drink at one of the five bars, including the two pool snack bars, a sports bar and the lobby bar. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.
Rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Some units include The Level service with exclusive access to the private lounge, private swimming-pool, wet bar and superior in-room services.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The spa offers hammam, massages, treatments, fitness and a hairdresser. The hotel also offers activities for children up to 17 years.
The area is popular for golfing. The nearest airport is Angads Airport, 28 mi from the property.
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