The MANY SCAMS of Marrakech Morocco | حيل مراكش
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- These are the worst travel scams in Marrakech Morocco and how to avoid them! These are all scams that I experienced firsthand in Marrakech all around Jamaa El Fna Square. It seems like once I left the city of Marrakech, Morocco became much more inhabitable. Hopefully this will help you avoid scammers in Marrakesh.
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00:32 Taxis
01:39 Helpers
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This video needs to be seen by everyone visiting Marrakesh!! I am here now for 2 months and this is EXACTLY what happens! After you get use to saying no to all of these the rest of your trip is much easier. A tip I have learned for the ‘helpful stranger’ scam is to say to everyone you are walking home and have no money.
You’re welcome to share it and thank you for your insight!!
@Egyptian scam video's I’ve heard that the scams there are CRAZY!! From the Pyramids to getting stuck in the desert!!
I will say "No, thank you, I live here". In case they ask me what I am doing there, I will say that I work for the police.
I'm from Marrakech and I hate this when I see it happened front of me, I hope the government do something to stop these scammers soon.
is those people use a gun or a knife to force em yo use there service. they are working for there family, just he say NO and nobody bother him. those are some cheap tourist they think they are in africa he will live for free and use people to work for him for free. he need to pay people for there services or just don't use them, he want to live by saying thank you to them. there is no thing wrong forwhat they did. if you don't want to pay them say NO to there service. he is living with this youtube vedio, so he use them as an actor in his vedio plus he give him a ride he loose his time and loose gas , what he want more. if you are cheap stay in your home.
😂😂😂😂 the government !
Great points and great video! You stayed a lot more polite than I managed to lol
It took a lot 🤣🤣 thanks for watching!
Had all the scams mentioned a few years back, not only in Marrakech though but also in Fez and Rabat. The first one was also the airport taxis but it was at Rabat airport. We landed late at night and were very relieved to find a bunch of registered taxis just outside the airport. We agreed on a price with one of the drivers to something like 20 EUR/USD equivalent. On the way to our destination he stopped somewhere that looked sketchy and dark and he demanded double the money.
I hate that it happened to you. I was told Fez and Rabat were better, but I guess not. Casablanca was cool though! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for all the tips !! I’ll be sure to watch out !
Thanks for watching!!
Bro i live in marrakche just dont smile for this scammers people and no one will bother u
We had the exact same experiences as you. Even when our guard was up, we were still scammed. Such a shame, as we will not be returning
I’m sorry that happened to you.
It's because you’re easily scammed. Lmao grow a backbone and say NO 😂
I'm from morocco sometimes I see tourists about to get scammed I help them out, these bastards they only care about money stay safe out there❤
Great advice, I am going in 1 week, your advice resonates with everything i have been told!
I hope that you enjoy your trip!
Dope video man love the channel
💪💪Thank you!!
Bro you crack me up. Subscribed!
💪💪 Thank you!!
Thanks for the content bro!!
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DO NOT ‘say no’ - do even less - completely ignore. Head down. Zero eye contact. Do not be polite. Do not be friendly. Do not fist bump. Do not smile. Walk away as if busy. Learn a few words and say you live there.
Omg the guy in blue scammed me and my family. We were scammed at the airport, in the mountains as well as in the city. You name it. It got dangerous in madras’s Ben youssef and Bahia palace at one point and ended up in a dead end with 3 different guys hounding us for money. They backed my husband into a corner and put their hands on his shoulders to hold him. We luckily escaped unscathed without giving them anything. Never going back
Great video! I'm in Marrakech with my family on holiday and this video definitely rings true. We came across a fake tour guide who took us to these very specific places such as Herboljste L'espoir where we were significantly overcharged for spices. The fake tour guides earn a comission from these shops to bring in customers. Be very careful when in Morocco, there are scammers everywhere ready to take advantage of you. This isn't a safe vacation spot.
This is my first and last time visiting this country. I won't be coming back.
I hate that you had that experience. I found Casablanca to be pretty dope. That’s the place I’d visit again. Thanks for watching and sharing your story.
You're right, scammers are everywhere in Morocco
🙏 just come back from a interesting and educational winter sun break in Kech....wow the hustle there like no other.....even got done for directions we didn't even ask for!!😂 Good Video,just like us....you kept a smile on your face brother!!✊🏾
I always say, once it’s done, it’s done. We can’t go back in time so we just have to learn from it and move forward. Can’t let em steal your joy! Thanks for watching 😁
@@MorbleyTravels Pleasures mine, will definitely be back there with your advice in hand,Marrakech was enjoyable!!
Thanks for sharing your expirience, cause im going there too.
I hope you enjoy! The vibes were waaaay different outside of the Medina, so I hope that helps. Thanks for watching!
Great content and very informative
Thank you!! I appreciate it!
Thank you ❤I really appreciate good advice 😂
Remember, don’t scam yourself 🤣🤣
1 - Haggle a price when you get into the taxi. Do not let the driver start driving until you have arranged a price.
2 - Helper just expect a small tip. Don't be afraid to say no!
3 - Same as 2.
4 - Same as 2, but don't feel that you have to pay if they put the monkey/snake on you. It's only if you take a photo. They only expect pocket change, so haggle!
5 - Agree. Don't follow anyone unles they're doing something you definitely want. Just use common sense.
💪💪 thanks for watching!
Welcome to Morocco. We're happy to see you here in our magical country.❤❤
Well, this was going to be my next holiday, but I'm not so sure now, great video though.
I’d definitely check out Casablanca instead. It was way more laid back and NO ONE tried to scam me. Thanks for watching
@@MorbleyTravels that sounds like a good idea :-)
Thank you for the video. Helped me decide where to go on my next trip, Not Marrakech.
Glad it was helpful!
What if you do a trip like this with a travel agency with a dedicated tour guide?
Hi, I'd like to ask do you know how to go to Casablanca from Marrakech, I meant by taxi or car rental. Sorry that this question is out of context but I really need this information
I’m honestly not sure how to get their by roadway. I went by train and it was super easy
Thank you for your quick reply I really appreciate it
Train is really good
I was raped badly in “555 restaurant and nightclub Marrakech “last week , because I thought it was safe to walk to the toilet alone while my friend watched my handbag. I was also raped in a public corridor / the police are corrupt and the nightclub are basically covering it up to save their reputation- at my Rhiad I was told this happens all the time. Don’t want to scaremonger but this story needs to be heard To protect other women !!
Oh my gosh I am so sorry
100% right man.
I've been there in 2008, thinking to give it a chance after long time, but i see that nothing changed, ;-)))
Everyone seems to be in on it. Craziness!! Thanks for watching
What are other scams that you’ve seen while traveling?
Quick tips from someone who has been many times. 1 Wear dark glasses, super dark, so they can't see your eyes. 2 Don't say you are from a country they know. Say Lithuania, Albania, Bolivia whatever. This cuts them dead, trust me. 3 Ignore them and just keep walking or go into a store/restaurant, and if they persist hold up the palm of your hand and shout no (and I mean shout). Probably 10% of the people in the medina at any one time in daylight hours are undercover police; scammers do not want that kind of attention, and will brick it if 5-0 risk being alerted. Should be stated that the square at night isn't like this at all; then the atmosphere is very friendly and genuinely funny as guys try to entice you on to particular food stalls.
Awesome advice
All sensible advice. Marrakesh is a lovely place to visit.
I enjoyed it once I left the Medina.
Going there with my husband and kids in 3 weeks and looking forward but we are also prepared ;-) Arranged a transfer upfront, have an idea of what (not) to do and where (not) to go and we are expecting to be exhausted but amazed daily from all impressions and the culture shock ;-) Yet I believe a city that's more than worth visiting, so we'll see.
I hope you guys have a blast there! Honestly, I enjoyed myself once I stayed outside of the Medina area. Thanks for watching and be sure to check out the Marrakech vlog!
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Waw you only have one review? I bet you’re algerian! 😂
Hope you go back and visit other cities. Marrakech is not my fav at all and Casa is kind of boring to me lol. I love Tangier and Chefchaouen though. Also some cool little cities to also check out - Martil, Mdiq, Cabo Negro. Visit the north side and make your way to Ceuta. 👌🏽
Thank you for this!!!!!
You’re welcome. Great video! Looking forward to reviewing your other content as well.
Marrakech smells like car exhaust to me though 😂 The square is cool or other things outside the Medina. But yeah. Not a big fan. I did get up to the Atlas Mountains while there and that was beautiful! But don’t write off Morocco yet. ❤ Check out he north for sure! Heard the desert is dope too like Ouzzarate - still making plans to get there eventually as I still haven’t been. I also haven’t been to Agadir or Essouira and those are fun beach towns down south. There’s also a short ferry ride from Tangier or Ceuta that you can take to Spain. Chefchaouen is like a more smaller calmer version of the square tho but bring your walking shoes haha. Lots of hills and all the buildings are blue.
Sorry that happened! I'm definitely skipping Marrakech
Casablanca ended up being a better fit for me.
Medina has this kind of scammer but there is places are more good in marrakche bro while u should enjoy ur trip u been looking for those scammers then you found them and they ruined ur holiday
This is nothing to worry about!
@@raw6460 I didn't skip it and loved it!
I didn’t get the last part, what’s wrong with people practicing English?
They’re not really practicing English. They’re trying to guide you to go buy stuff
I think everyone should watch this video 👍
it's kind of sad because with all of the scams now there is no city after the earthquake
Scammers are unfortunately a common occurrence in many touristy cities around the world not only in Marrakech. These individuals prey on unsuspecting tourists who may be unfamiliar with the local customs and language, and are often looking for ways to make a quick buck. I've seen scammers in Italy, France, Turkey, India just to mention a few. To protect yourself from scammers in touristy cities like Marrakech, simply ignore them. if you need help, ask a cop or your hotel for info. when traveling, safety is the most important aspect of the experience and Marrakech is a very safe city.
Overall, while scammers can be a nuisance, with some awareness and caution, you can ensure that your stay in Morocco is safe and enjoyable.
PS: Jamea El Fna Square is where most scammers hangout, everywhere else is totally fine.
Once I moved outside of the Medina, the city was completely different!! Thanks for watching!
Mate , we are going there in two weeks time 😂😂😂. I’ll make face like a rock no talk no smile .
🤣🤣you’ll be fine!
Oh man! I'm so sorry you had this bad experience. My partner and I will be there tomorrow and thank goodness I stumbled upon this video! We are gonna be vigilant and aware of our surroundings! Thanks again brother! SUBBED.
I definitely hope that you have a better time than I did and glad that I could share my experience. Check out Casablanca if you have the time! Thanks for watching!
taxis fares are written on the board outside tangier airport so tangier to tetuan 550 dh if you share which is common its 30 dh if your in north morocco they don't really do haggling.
Tangier is definitely the place I should’ve gone to!!
@@MorbleyTravels Don't forget to visit Ceuta if you ever visit north Morocco its a hidden gem of Spain its wonderful and cheap as well even tho they use euros there i keep going back.
I was planning a trip to Marrakech but after seeing so many videos about how they are, I don't know if I want to go there anymore. I understand trying to provide but I don't want to feel like I HAVE to give someone money for basically nothing. Not cool.
I would recommend Casablanca over Marrakesh. The vibe was completely different and relaxed.
I done casablanca and marrakesh in the sane trip and I preferred casa. Everyone is out to get you in marrakesh
@@brianm3581 my experience 100%! Casablanca was the exact opposite of Marrakech
@@MorbleyTravels Rabat is much better
@@Yacob1216 I hate that I didn’t make it around more than I did. I had to fly back out of Marrakech because customs took my drone coming in.
Don't they use an app like Uber or Grab in Morocco?
Nope! Taxis everywhere!!
@@MorbleyTravels Wow there will be a lot of discussions then 😅 But I will probably rent a car anyway, much easier to travel to different places I guess
In Malaysia I used Grab (which is like uber) that was perfect, it was cheap so that I could give a good tip everytime and I had the chance to meet a lot of interesting people. At the end I probably had 50-60 bookings in the app 😄
I hoped to find something similar in Morocco 🤷♂️
@@62Serhildan that sounds awesome!! I’ll have to add it to my list of travel apps!! Thank you!!
@@MorbleyTravelswe use Indrive similar to Uber
I'm from Morocco and I hate this when i see it happened to you, but please before traveling to any country you want do deep research about prices in that country
I definitely learned my lesson. Thanks for watching Youssef!
This sounds very similar to Egypt. They are relentless. Just tell them you've got no money straight away. Ahh that's really nice but I've got no money lol
That’s all I’ve heard about Egypt is that EVERYONE will scam you!!
Fucking spot on. Also, don’t walk at night, you are prey. Horrible place.
I experienced the same scams in CUBA
So sad that i only saw this video after come back from Marrakesh lol
Hopefully you didn’t have these same experiences
Next time try Tunisia, very similar to Morrocco but not as touristy or aggressive people
I definitely will!! Thank you for the suggestion!!
Tunisia is more touristy, and isn't the same
Dont scam ur self? Lllove it!! Thats like the best advice ever!
U said it: dont scam ur self, so why would u get on a bike with a complete stranger? Sorry bud but u brought most of it to ur self
And part 2 of dont scam ur self: why would anyone (unless on a really strict budget) rent or get a room in a poor neighborhood like the old town medina especially when ure travelling solo, its like shooting ur self in the foot. Marrakesh is a large city with an old town(obviously poor) and a modern side, regulated organized civilized side of the city with big hotels, resorts even casinos and nightclubs etc then the malls the banks modern buildings restaurants etc.. getting a room in old town medina is like renting a room in the favela, one can expect anything to happen in thse areas, im sure ur "moroccan" look saved u from plenty issh.. my advice to anyone visiting such countries, always avoid poor n shady tight areas, get a nice hotel in a nicer areas and if u feel like visiting the old town book a reputable guide and go for a guided tour for a whole day, being in company with a local and someone certified will save u a sht ton of stress... just my 2 cents ✌
Sometimes you just have to have those experiences 🤷♂️
My own husband who is 33 years old now and has lived in Morocco 32 years of his life get scammed and he is a local LOL
Dang! Hopefully there’s a crack down on it, but we all know nothing will.
What you mean his life get scammed?
Sad truth
For sure tattos guy wallking with Camera in his hand in marrakche he will give attations to scammers 😂😂😂😂 brother i live in marrakche you want spent good time here dont give time for people who will ask you to buy this or just ignored them then they will go away
When I came back from Casablanca, I stayed outside of the Medina and had a dope time! What’s crazy is, this was only from my first 24 hours.
Thats true man
Its true there are many ways you can get scammed!
But its also true only idiots gets scammed! Just being honest.
Do your homework before you travel anywhere in the world
Your mom got scammed by your dad…..
Just back from Marrakech. Sadly all true. A very pretty place but infested with Wrong’uns. I won’t be returning.
Casablanca was definitely a better time for me
You need to hire a kid to get rid of all the scammers
I should have!!
You want to enjoy Morocco go to non tourist areas such as Fez.
I really liked Casablanca.
My family is coming to morocco to visit me and I literally had to beg my moroccan friend to help take us around because I can't stand marrakesh lol. I refuse to go to the medina.
Casablanca was definitely the favorite of the two for me. I hope your family enjoys their visit and thanks for watching!
@@MorbleyTravels I live in Casablanca and it's great. I literally wrote a three page safety and scam guide just for marrakesh for my family because it's MarraSTRESS, lol. They think I'm going overboard but they'll thank me once the aggressive panhandlers start touching and blocking them for half a mile 😆
Not saying it’s ok but this shit happens in every touristic city in the world including New York where I now reside 😅
You’re absolutely right! Paris, NYC, London…everywhere
To be honest...not in Bangkok, not in Tokyo, not in Seoul, not in Frankfurt...
AVOID A CLUB CALLED 555s MARRAKESH.
My experience of Marrakesh was trash.
I am a British tourist- I got anally RAPED in this nightclub called 555s while walking to the toilet alone in a public corridor - I had to fly back to England unshowered to get the DNA but it turns out this is pointless as the police are corrupt and the nightclub ignored my messgaes for a month and then blocked me - all I wanted was to see the cctv and find my rapist. I had to take hiv prevention tablets and have had loads of blood tests and hospital appointments but it’s disgusting that they have covered this up. Don’t go to 555s - raping the tourists will kill your tourism
And about animals and other things just say No
Yea I don’t mess with the animal folks.
The Truth
Taxi Mustapha Chamharoc : escroc vicieux,Attention à vous, Il a l'air super sympa .
No brother taxi driver to or from the airport cost more money it's not same as the city it's low not scam
So charging 10x more to go the same distance as a €3 ride isn’t a scam? Especially when I was able to talk the price down 🤷♂️
@@MorbleyTravels no that's a scam to charge 10x but you can see the price in front of you so just pay what you see nothing more and bro learn to say no
@@MorbleyTravels but in the airport you have to pay a fix amount of money and it's quite big
@@user-ry4bo7jf5vyes true taxi from airport is expensive… even if it’s small distance… Always try to avoid them
Welcome in africa brother 😊
Thank you! I’m definitely looking forward to exploring the many countries there!
like in europ and america is heaven. scammer are everywere, a kid show him the road and walk him for half hour ask for 5 dollar you name it a scam. the scammer the one who want people to work for him for free just because he is in africa, in america to use the bathroom in a coffe or a shop or a gaz station you need to buy something even if it a kid that s not a scam, that a legal business scam. in Morocco if you need the vathroom you knock on any house they will let you use there bathroom and give you some thee before you leave for free. and none of american will loose an hour of his time to show somebody the way. realy you are a honest scammers.
Nothing's up.
But why not?
I think you have never visited India and Turkey… they are popular with scammers… in Morocco I don’t call that scam if someone ask you if you want a picture with a Monkey… If you want to take a picture with their animal you can give THEM 0.5$ or 1$… if you don’t want to just say NO… It’s simple… it’s their JOB… and always avoid taxi from airport in any country they are always expensive… in Morocco taxi cost 20/30$ from airport… take uber or BUS or a friend… hope you’ve enjoyed your trip
I’ve never been to India. I’d have to sit down and figure out the peaceful places to visit. I can’t do those crazy crowds. Thanks for watching!
Bro don’t go back to Morocco, 🇲🇦 stay in your country if you think no scam in your country, done ✅
I know scams are everywhere. I just happened to catch these on 🎥📸
😂😂😂😂
Of course it's an unprepared American which isn't used to the culture of th country and the hustle and has done 0 resesrch before visiting. There are good and bad people eveywhere. I haven't gotten scammed once, do you know why??? Because I've done my research, shocking right?
🤷♂️🤣🤣🤣 Congratulations, you want a cookie?
@@MorbleyTravels Haha truth hurts
You didn’t say he’s not being truthful tho
You just have to be wise. learn a bit of Arabic or French. Have respect. I found Marrakech to be the friendliest and non-theatening place.
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"subscrive"
Marra scam kesh Just say no. We all look Moroccan.
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Man, if there is a scammer around here then it must be you.
🤣🤣🤣 How many people have you stolen money from?
your country it’s more dangerous don’t get me wrong, don’t go back to Morocco then bro, Stop saying bad things to Morocco, Morocco 🇲🇦 it’s beautiful country in world for generosity people, this bad image u do, Not appreciate your video at all, give respect bro
Morocco as a whole was great outside of Marrakech. Definitely enjoyed Casablanca. 🤷♂️
@@MorbleyTravels bro my message it’s not because lam not happy you say things about Morocco 🇲🇦, l visited many country in Europe 🇬🇧 UK it’s more Corrup system then African,
You doing good things traveling aprecieted for that, but try your best give good images everywhere u go, because we living in society even or gouvernement it’s more corrupt, so give good image with your Chanelle, you will be successful 🤝🙏love peace , good luck for all
ScamRakech
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Pretty much use common sense lol
Yup!!
That's what happens when you travel unprepared and when you're too naive. Next time get more info about the place you're visiting.
I’m definitely not a naïve traveler. Just didn’t expect people to be dirtbags 🤷♂️
WAYYYYYYYYY TO MUCH VIDEO OF YOURRRRRRR FACE. Less about the location.
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but you are actually the biggest scammer right here! You seek out the people who want to make money, but you escalate the citation so that they seem like scammers!!!
NO ONE has said that the prices they say are a fixed price, you can man up and haggle over the price, at the same time you get an experience out of this!
I agree that they are trying to sell at a high price! BUT then you have to learn to get them down in price and not least to be social! last but not least.! have you been given permission by these people to throw them on CZcams!?
I love these comments! Thanks for scamming! I mean watching!
@@MorbleyTravels exactly! this video is only about getting views.. disrespectful..
@@salaheddinemadyouki9334 actually this video is just to let people know what to look out for 🤷♂️
@@MorbleyTravels with that attitude you don't show what people need to see, you assume everyone is stealing money from you.! you seek them out and use them so that YOU can make money from your recording! you are the biggest scammer on two legs!
@@salaheddinemadyouki9334 obviously you didn’t watch the second vlog. And I’ll more than be happy to give you the .87 cents I’ve made from this video. Thanks for watching ✌️
Strangely when blacks travel they only show the negative.
I’m guessing you haven’t seen the rest of my vids……have fun scamming people 🤷♂️
So you thought you'd make it about race. Wtf
Amazing how many people who have visited Morocco say "I don't think i'll be going back". Tells me all I need to know.
Well to be honnest, Morocco is a lovely country. Marrakech 100% depends on tourism but other cities like Casablanca, Rabat or Tangier are way more relaxed with tourists as people living in these cities have other ways of making a living.
I ain't gonna lie. Marrakech can be awful sometimes but Moroccan people are honestly was of the most generous and funny people I have met.
Morocco was absolutely lovely outside of Marrakech. Really, outside of the Medina area. Casablanca was dope!! Thanks for watching!!
Bro I tell my American friend just say no or don’t even answer and walk away. When they say where are you from say I m from my mother and leave 🫡🫡
I learned real quick to just keep walking!
Weee!!
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