Lara Dunston 
Absorbing a slice of local life in Marrakech medina to gain more insight into how Moroccans live their lives is why we’re spending so much time here. We want to inspire other travellers to spend more time exploring local neighbourhoods and learning more about the everyday life of the locals in the places they visit. They’re … Read more
The Moroccan city of Marrakech is made for shopping, with only a smattering of sights to detain you from the fine retail therapy. Our Marrakech medina meander, a self-guided shopping themed walking tour, takes in some of the best browsing in the souqs. Our Marrakech medina meander has been inspired by our daily strolls through … Read more
Our home away from home in Marrakech is a serene riad secreted away on a dog-legged alley in the old medina. Located in the bustling neighbourhood of Bab Doukkala, which couldn’t be more atmospheric, our riad with its peaceful courtyard and tinkling water feature exudes a sense of calm amidst the endearing chaos. Our home … Read more
“Will you be having one of these parties at every destination you visit?” was the most common question we fielded at our buzzy Grantourismo launch party in London on Thursday night. Maybe. For us, entertaining when we’re away is one of the most fun things to do in a holiday rental. And it is something … Read more
It would be an understatement to say that arriving in London from Dubai this week was a shock to the system. For the last 18 months our travels have kept us in warm climates: Australia for the sultry Christmas and cricket season, Bangkok during the balmy month of December, the Middle East throughout the sweltering … Read more