Between Agadir and Asilah lies this magical, also whitewashed city of 70,000, 2½ hours from Marrakesh, founded by the Portuguese and much of its also UNESCO World Heritage medina dating back to the 18th century. Today it's a cosmopolitan, artsy but totally chill mix of glamour and bohemian chic, with wide beaches south of town - besides the main city strand, less crowded Cape Sim, Diabat, Sidi Kaouki, and Mouley Bouzertoune. Besides the usual beachy pursuits, top local specialities here are horseback riding on the sand and wind-driven water sports, especially windsurfing and kitesurfing (which means yes, it can get a bit breezy out here, if that's an issue for you).

Read more in my post 6 of Morocco´s Best Beaches.

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