Graced with intricate Islamic architecture, desert scenery, and an intriguing soundscape, from the buzz of mopeds to the keening Muslim call to prayer, a Morocco holiday offers visitors a richly textured experience. Convenient flights from the UK and Europe have made Marrakesh and Agadir popular holiday destinations; both make good bases from which to explore from your Moroccan villa. The Atlantic coast provides easy-going beach resorts and authentic cities, the coastal plains are dotted with settlements steeped in traditional Berber culture, and the Atlas Mountains offer wild scenery and the most rewarding hiking trails in North Africa.