Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Make sure the children are up to date with routine vaccinations, and discuss possible
travel vaccines well before departure, as some are not suitable for children aged under a
year.
Upset stomachs are always a risk for children when travelling, so take particular care
with diet. If your child is vomiting or experiencing diarrhoea, lost fluid and salts must be
replaced. It may be helpful to take rehydration powders for reconstituting with sterile wa-
ter; ask your doctor. Be aware that at roadside stops and cheaper hotels, squat-style toilets
are more common than Western-style toilets.
In Morocco's often-searing heat, sunburn, heat exhaustion and dehydration should all
be guarded against, even on cloudy days. Bring high-factor sunscreen with you, and avoid
travelling in the interior during midsummer, when temperatures rise to 40°C plus.
Encourage children to avoid dogs and other mammals because of the risk of rabies and
other diseases - although there isn't likely to be a risk on camel rides in the desert, or with
donkeys and mules working in places like Fez medina.
