A Photography Adventure In Morocco

February 13 - 22nd, 2025 - 3 spots left

“To visit morocco is still like turning the pages of some illuminated persian manuscript all embroidered with bright shapes and subtle lines.”

– Edith Wharton

Join us for a remarkable photography tour as we embark on an immersive exploration of this captivating land. Led by lead photography instructor Mindy Veissid, this tour is designed to allow you to experience the magic of Morocco while enhancing your photography skills.

A Tapestry of Experiences

Our adventure is not just about capturing images – it's about immersing yourself in Moroccan life. From sipping mint tea with locals to capturing the play of light in historic riads, every moment adds to your visual narrative. As we journey through Morocco's landscapes, markets, and cultural landmarks, you'll cultivate memories and photographs that tell a tale of your adventure.

Elevate Your Photography

This tour is your opportunity to explore your photographic eye amidst Morocco's unique blend of tradition and modernity. Engage in discussions that will help you embrace composition, light, colors, creative angles and see the extraordinary in the everyday. Technical assistance will be given to those who need it.

Who Can Join?

Whether you're a novice seeking to improve your skills or an experienced photographer looking for fresh inspiration, this 10 day journey is designed to elevate your photography while fostering cultural exchange and personal growth. All cameras including Smartphones are welcome. Non photographers are also welcome.

Itinerary:

  • Day 1: Arrival Casablanca - pick-up and transfer to our riad in Marrakech

  • Day 2: Experience the beauty of Marrakech with a local guide

  • Day 3: Marrakech To Essaouira, a seaside fishing town

  • Day 4: Essaouira back To Marrakech. Upon our arrival back you’ll have the rest of the day for free time to shop/explore/rest. Optional activities: a cooking class or visit a hammam

  • Day 5: Day trip to the High Atlas Mountains and visit traditional Berber villages

  • Day 6: Marrakech To Dades Valley. We’ll be traversing the High Atlas Mountains to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou.

  • Day 7: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga we’ll be driving through the canyon to our luxury camp in the desert via camel. Enjoy music and song at the campfire under the stars

  • Day 8: Merzouga to Fes

  • Day 9: Experience Fes with a local guide

  • Day 10: Transfer from Fes to Casablanca airport for late afternoon departure

✔ What’s included:

  • 10 Days private transportation

  • Pick up & drop off from Casablanca airport

  • English speaking driver

  • 9 nights accommodations in twin/double room with daily breakfast (vegetarian option available)

  • Lunch in High Atlas Mountains

  • Camel trekking in the Sahara Desert

  • Dinner in the desert

  • Local guides In Marrakech and Fes

  • Entrance fees to historical monuments

  • Daily shooting guidance and instruction with Mindy

✘ Not Included

  • Airfare

  • Travel insurance

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Lunch (except for what’s noted above)

  • Dinners in Marrakech, Essaouria, Fes

  • Tips and gratuities

Your Investment

$3,250

Single room supplement:  $500

Optional add ons - Cooking class: $70, Hammam + Massage $120

$500 deposit due now. Remaining balance due December 15th.

To pay with Venmo, Zelle or check please contact us.

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Space is limited to only 8 students. Grab your spot now before it’s too late!

Activity Level: easy/moderate - there will be walking on cobblestone streets including steps with no railings

You can view more of Mindy’s photos from Morocco here.

Instructor: Mindy Véissid

Mindy is an innovative, award-winning international fine art photographer, founder of Art of Intuitive Photography, a boutique photography school in NYC, and an educator.

Her approach to photography focuses on using intuition, vulnerability and trust to show a deeper sense of who she is and what she sees. Mindy's intention is that her photos tell a story or a poem, guiding the viewer deeper into her image to show that's it's ok to be who you are, to trust yourself and your body (intuition). Mindy's photos have been exhibited in the US and Europe and have been published in various magazines and websites.

Mindy started teaching her Art of Intuitive Photography classes and workshops in 2010. In her classes she helps her students trust their intuition and creativity providing a fun and experiential approach to photography.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport do we fly into?

For those living in the US, we will fly out on Feb 12th, and arrive in Casablanca (CMN) on the 13th. After you register, Mindy will contact you directly to give you her flight info so you can all arrive together.

What is your cancellation policy?

There is a nonrefundable deposit of $500 to hold your spot.

The full balance is due by December 15th, 2024. If you are not paid in full by then, we reserve the right to offer your spot to our waiting list or the public, and to retain your deposit.

Cancellation: In the event you need to cancel your trip after your full balance is paid, you will not be refunded. You are welcome to sell or give your ticket to another person. In the event that we have a waiting list we will try to fill your spot with a person from that list.

Travel Insurance: We request that you get travel insurance.. We have used Allianz travel in the past. https://www.allianz.com/en.html

In the case of acts of God, war, disaster, pandemic, border closure or unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to retain your fees and reschedule or make any necessary changes to the trip. Because there is planning on our and the hotel’s part, rescheduling the trip is the best option.

Can I reach out to you with more questions?

Absolutely! Please contact us.