Seeking Information on Six Places in Morocco

[Kalick]

Hi,

Going to Morocco in March 2009 and will visit Rabat, Fez, Erfoud, Tinerhir, Ouarzazate, Marrakesh. Thanks to anyone who might share with me information on these places. Like where to go to find guys for discrete sex in any of these spots. And if anyone is familiar with hotels there, is it possible to meet a Moroccan friend working at any of them? Much appreciation for any help or advice. :)

[riptide]

I posted part of this response to another post but decided to put the info here as well. I only traveled to Marrakesh and Casablanca so I have no information on the other cities you asked about.

Marrakesh
In the evenings near the food stalls that spring up in the Djemaa el-Fna Square you will find a circus of entertainment from story tellers, dancers, musicians, and magicians all performing for tips from the audience (especially foreigners). Large groups form around the various performers and it usually consists of all males ranging from teens to older men. The circles can get very tight and jammed packed and next thing you know someone is rubbing up against you or your hands. Usually nothing is said and just the two of you know what is going on. I found that went on at every group and if you do end up talking to one of the guys they may suggest going to the park adjacent to the Djemaa el-Fna Square. I would avoid going there because it is where the homeless in the city hang out and people use it as a bathroom. I had one guys suggest going to a hammam and it turned out to be a very interesting evening as I was pulled, twisted, and rubbed down in a hot, steamy room with other guys getting the same treatment. Again, you have to exercise caution because blatant, open acts of sex are forbidden but what they can't see under the suds is OK.

I found that some of the shop owners within the souks around the Djemaa el-Fna Square to be suggestive too. You will find guys in the streets being very friendly and suggestive as well but most are looking for tips or money. I did not take them up on their hints, more because I was not interested and had things to see on my list of sites to see in Marrakesh.

[ce83]

I want a Moroccan TOP boyfriend! Anyone know where I could get one? I Love moroccan TOPS! :)

[Kalick]

Looking for your Moroccan top, where to get one? I would think your chances are best in Morocco. Go there.:D

[webmaster]

I want a Moroccan TOP boyfriend! Anyone know where I could get one? I Love moroccan TOPS! :)

That's off-topic. Next time start your own thread. Thanks.

[Kalick]

Great information on this location, riptide. I'll definitely be going there. And all the guidebooks indicate it is a "must-see" area of Marakesh anyway. Should be a fascinating experience to see. I will avoid the adjacent park. I suppose places to go if you hook up presents problems. And thanks for all the information.

[riptide]

I was taken with Marrakesh. I found the Djemaa el-Fna Square with all the different souks intersecting with it fascinating. It is a great place to people watch. You will see guys walking hand in hand or arms interlocked around each other but this is because they are friends. In the evenings you will see families and women come out but during the day it is mainly men. If you stop to watch something going on in the Djemaa el-Fna Square or want to take a picture of a performer, artisan goods hanging in front of their stall, they will insist on a tip. I ended up using a telephoto lense one day to get those shots I really wanted (snake charmers, water sellers, date/juice stands, dentist, etc.). If you end up tipping, be sure to have small denomination of coins with you otherwise you will be giving them very generous tips. I found most of the guys to be very nice and I met one young guy who asked to see my list of sights and proceeded to take me through the maze of streets to each location and would be back to take me to the next. I at first turned him down and he immediately replied, no tip wanted. I just want to practice speaking English. I ended up going to his home for dinner with his family that night and was treated like a royal guest. He came to my hotel one evening to take me around Marrakesh at night and the hotel staff would not let him come to my room for a second. He understood but I found it strange. I guess they partially do it out of protection for the tourist. The guy I met that took me around was an exception. Most people that seem to want to help ask for money at the end. They are even bold enough to tell you how much to give them too. If you have any other questions, please let me know. Enjoy your trip.

[ricvamundo]

I'm also going to Marrakech and Tangier in March. What if I do meet a man I want to shag with? I have read that it is impossible to take them to a hotel -- against the law for a Moroccan to enter a foreigners room or go in to a riayd rented by a froeigner. True? Also, what about hammans? Are some more available for gay guys than others? I guess it's too much to ask that there are hotels that rent for hookups of any kind. So what do locals do -- men who live with their families, but want to have sex?? THANKS

[Kalick]

ricvamundo, good question(s). I am curious about hooking up with guys who might work in the hotel where you stay. Like a waiter or others who would not cause suspicion by being in the hotel and could come to a room with you. Like you say, it seems so difficult (almost impossible) to do anyting outside a hotel scene.

Anyone have any experiences in this?

[ricvamundo]

Hey kalick ... write me at wetumpka at comcast.net and let's talk ....

[kamel93]

hello,

If you go to morocco, you should as well visit monument. Marocco is beautifull country.
I just wat to tell you about sex scandal in Morocco. A lot of guy prostitute because they don't have money. Sexual tourism start to become a problem.

[nab4me]

As mentioned before it's quite easy to get some of the hotel staff into your room. There's waiters, porters, gardners etc. that slip very easily into your room.
Their favourite saying is always "no problem" , "it's normal". They ask a little money for their services. Of course they're all married or have girlfriends, but still "it's normal".