Morocco 15 days (Nov 21 – Dec 6): family first, then girlfriend. Route advice?

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Morocco on Two Timelines: A 15-Day Family First, Then Partner-Focused Route Plan

Planning a two-phase Moroccan trip: seven days with family, followed by eight days with a girlfriend. I’m seeking route ideas, practical tips, and safety pointers to make the most of both portions without backtracking.

Travel window: November 21 to December 6 (about 15 days total)

Phase 1 (November 21–28): with parents and sister (four adults)

  • Route ideas for a family-friendly first week
  • Which cities and activities suit a group with mixed ages?
  • Must-see highlights, accessible excursions, and pacing that works for everyone
  • Suitable day trips or easy scenic experiences that avoid long transfers

Phase 2 (November 28–December 6): with girlfriend (eight days)

  • Route ideas for the second half
  • Coastal/surfing focus around Agadir, including Taghazout and Imsouane
  • Surf spots, beginner-friendly surf schools, and suitability for a second-time beginner
  • Seasonal considerations for late November/early December and how they affect the surf conditions

Overall itinerary strategy

  • Is it practical to combine the classic imperial cities (Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen) and the Sahara with the family portion, while dedicating the coast and surfing for the partner portion?
  • Alternatively, should the trip be split differently to optimize logistics and minimize backtracking?

Safety and practical considerations

  • General safety for a mixed group (parents, sister, girlfriend)
  • Common scams, transport safety, dress codes, and city-by-city cautions
  • Health, travel insurance, and emergency contacts

Logistics and transportation

  • Renting a car vs. trains or private drivers: pros, cons, and recommended approaches
  • Entry and exit points: which airports minimize backtracking and streamline the itinerary
  • Budgeting, lodging strategies, and timing tips to maximize comfort and value

Additional tips

  • Hidden gems, restaurant recommendations, and “lessons learned” from similar trips
  • Whether alignments with local holidays or events might enhance or hinder plans

If you have specific route suggestions, sample day-by-day itineraries, or recommended surf schools and booking tips for Taghazout/Imsouane, I’d love to hear them. Any guidance that helps balance a family-friendly first week with a more relaxed, surfing-focused second week would be greatly appreciated.