Because we knew there would be challenges with the language and culture in Tangier, and because we were lodging in the Medina, we knew we would need a guide. Renae had commissioned the services of one for the 13 days we were traveling throughout Morocco. Sami picked us up at the airport in his large modern van. He is Moroccan, is adept at knowing how things work in Morocco and is always available to help translate our needs to other Arabic speakers. We toured Tangier for the day and were getting a first impression of this African country. Tangier is a modern country by Muslim standards, but still pretty conservative to the typical American. The Islamic call to prayer is blasted over loudspeakers five times a day! The call starts out like our Indiana tornado warning signal and winds up to a powerful pitch for devotion.
Tangier is strategically located where the emerald waters of the Mediterranean Sea meets the dark blue Atlantic Ocean, and has historically been an important military point. It has many historical landmarks, and has been frequented by luminaries from rock stars to literary giants to the 50’s and 60’s Beat Generation.
Tangier Mosque 
The Point where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean 
The Cave of Hercules 
A Sign To Ward Off The Evil Eye 
Another Good Lick Sign 
Another Stylish Riad 
Digital Postcards 