Wednesday, Sept 11th, Casablanca, Morocco

Greetings!

Arrival day is pretty predictable.  Getting to the airport, getting to the hotel orientation, and dinner.  Waiting in the flight lounge in Paris for our flight to Casablanca, we found a couple of our travelers, and several more when we passed through customs in the Casablanca Airport, and waited for our guide at the exit.  Overseas Adventure Travel (OAT) has at least two separate groups of travelers departing here at the same time, and we encountered some confusion determining who was with each group.

Using the ATM, bathroom, and scouting out someone with an OAT sign, we finally boarded a bus and began the process of telling our stories of who we are, and how we got here.  Four couples, two from Seattle, and one from Virginia,  All our age, all serious travelers, experienced OAT veterans. 

Checking into Le Casablanca Hotel, Zak answered our questions and briefed us on the evening.  Once given complimentary drinks and keys, we had an hour before a walk through the neighborhood. 

Our walk included the locations of the best restaurants and the most upscale grocery to scope out the local wine, water, and beer.  Some of the restaurants and hotel locations will serve alcohol, some not.  Better to be prepared. 

As we walk, all continue the story-telling and exotic location adventure descriptions,  Our story always includes some background on our family histories, wine history, careers, and Santa Rosa/Sonoma County. 

After returning to the hotel, we make reservations at the restaurant, and meet up for dinner.  Zack provides more information on the trip, the cleanliness of the water, and the breakfast, baggage collection, and departure time for tomorrow. 

Here's a link to a  couple more photos taken today (Wednesday, Sep 11th, Casablanca, Morocco)