Cheap flights to Tangier
With its palm tree-lined promenade, swathes of sandy beaches and old colonial charm, it’s no wonder Tangier was a playground for the rich and famous for much of the 20th century.
Although the city’s position as Europe’s premier holiday hotspot has long since diminished, its appeal as an exotic tourist destination still shines as brightly as ever. For those looking for stunning beaches, perfect year-round weather, great accommodation choices and just a little hint of the exotic, then Tangier could be the destination you are looking for.
April 2013
Librairie des Colonnes (54 Boulevard Pasteur) is Tangier's oldest bookshop and something of a local institution, publishing work by local writers, poets and photographers, as well as holding a huge selection of books on Tangier and by local writers in four languages. Ask inside about regular literary events.
February 2013
The American Legation. The first American Legation to be built on foreign soil, this building dates to 1821 and is one of the most authentic Moorish buildings to be seen in the city. It also houses a magnificent collection of Moroccan art and a museum. 8 Rue Amerique, Old Medina. 0539 93 53 17.
April 2013
Situated about an hour's drive along the coast, spring marks the perfect time to head toward the well-preserved Roman ruin of Lixus. Enjoy the superb wildflowers en route, panoramic views over the River Loukos (one reputed site of the Garden of Hespirides) and visit Neptune's crumbling temple (Old Route de Larache).