Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Gay & Lesbian Arab Society ( www.glas.org ) Resources on homosexuality in the Arab world.
Global Gayz ( www.globalgayz.com ) A useful resource with good links on Morocco.
Insurance
A travel-insurance policy to cover theft, loss and, in particular, medical problems is strongly recommended
for all visitors to Morocco.
Activities Some policies specifically exclude 'dangerous activities', which can include scuba diving, motor-
cycling, skiing and even trekking, so ensure your policy covers these if needed.
Driving Make sure you have adequate travel medical insurance and any relevant car insurance if you're
driving.
Extensions If you need to extend your cover on the road, do so before it expires or a more expensive premi-
um may apply.
Flights Paying for your airline ticket with a credit card often provides some travel-accident insurance, but
take note of exclusions. You may be able to reclaim the payment if the operator doesn't deliver.
Online insurance Worldwide travel insurance is available at www.lonelyplanet.com/travel_services . You
can buy, extend and claim online any time - even if you're already on the road.
Purchase Buy travel insurance as early as possible. Buying just before you leave home may mean you're
not covered for delays to your flight caused by strike action that began, or was threatened, before you took
out the insurance.
Internet Access
» Moroccan internet cafes are common, efficient and cheap (Dh3 to Dh10 per hour), usually with reason-
able connection speeds.
» Two irritants for many travellers are the widespread French and Arabic (nonqwerty) keyboards, and Mo-
roccan men's common use of internet cafes to view pornographic websites and similar.
» The internet icon (
) is used for reviews where accommodation options offer a computer with internet
for guest use.
» The wi-fi icon (
) indicates that a business has a wireless network.
» Wi-fi is widely available in midrange and top-end accommodation and in many of the better budget op-
tions. It is slowly becoming more widespread in destinations that host lots of foreigners.
» If you're bringing a laptop, check the power-supply voltage and bring a universal adapter. USB modems
are widely available from mobile-phone shops, and cost around Dh200 for one month's internet access.
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