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Почему Марокко становится популярным направлением для цифровых кочевников
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По мере того, как удаленная работа меняет образ жизни во всем мире, Марокко становится все более популярным местом для цифровых кочевников, привлеченных своей доступностью, центральным расположением, яркой культурой и солнцем круглый год.
По мере того, как динамика работы меняется, особенно после кризиса в области здравоохранения Covid-19, когда миллионы людей работали из дома, удаленная работа во время путешествий набрала еще больший оборот. Многие теперь называют себя цифровыми кочевниками — с ноутбуком и приличным подключением к интернету их офис может быть где угодно, в том числе и в Марокко. Королевство все чаще попадает в списки лучших, доступных и привлекательных направлений для цифровых кочевников.
Такие города, как Марракеш, Эс-Сувейра и Танжер, часто упоминаются в качестве направлений, которые следует учитывать при цифровом кочевничестве. В 2024 году два марокканских города вошли в топ-10 самых популярных мест для удаленной работы в Африке по версии Business Insider Africa.
Просматривая комментарии, советы и рекомендации на форумах, в блогах и на веб-сайтах, Ябилади также составляет список причин, по которым Марокко становится фаворитом цифровых кочевников.
Марокко: центральное расположение
Одной из многих причин, по которой Марокко так привлекательно для удаленных работников и любителей путешествий, является его близость к Европе. Не будет преувеличением сказать, что североафриканское королевство находится на пороге Европы. На пароме Танжер служит ближайшим пунктом въезда из Испании.
With direct flights to and from several European cities, Morocco stands as a much closer stop than famous digital nomad destinations like Thailand. Proximity to Europe also offers advantages for working hours. Morocco is on GMT+1 year-round, aligning with working hours in most European capitals.
«It is an ideal time zone if you’re working European hours», wrote digital nomad Lora Pope in her blog about her experience in Morocco. Even for those working American hours, Morocco remains manageable: it’s only five hours ahead of New York.
Morocco’s central location also makes it an easy stop for digital nomads eyeing different destinations, such as Egypt’s beachy retreat Dahab or Tenerife in the Canary Islands.
Not to mention the weather: Morocco is sunny almost all year long and generally much more pleasant than Europe’s gloomy winters.
Доступная жизнь
Digital nomads are not traditional tourists — they stay for longer periods, sometimes months or even a year. This makes living costs a crucial factor, especially for longer stays. While costs vary between big cities, smaller towns, and villages, living expenses remain significantly lower than in Europe or other popular digital nomad hubs.
«Snack shops — small fast-food restaurants common across Morocco — are everywhere and offer the cheapest meals. And just because they’re affordable doesn’t mean they’re bad; we had some of the most delicious food from snack shops», wrote hopelesslynomantic in a blog about digital nomading in Morocco.
Transportation is also often mentioned as one of the most affordable aspects for digital nomads, especially for travel between towns and cities. The same goes for housing: «You can live comfortably in Morocco for around 1500-2000 USD a month, especially if you stay out of the cities and in smaller towns like Fez and Essaouira», wrote Lora Pope in a blog on her experience as a digital nomad in the Kingdom.
A UK family of four who spent time digital nomading in Essaouira’s medina mentioned that their two-bedroom house cost around £800 per month: «You can find cheaper, but being a family of four, we needed the space», the mother wrote in a blog recounting their experience.
Coliving spaces — designed specifically for digital nomads on a budget — and coworking spaces offering good internet also make Morocco even more attractive and affordable.
Отличная еда
Food comes up in almost every positive comment and review about digital nomading in Morocco. «I stayed in Marrakech for a month. I spent a lot of time wandering around the city on foot, ate some good food, and generally enjoyed myself», wrote one digital nomad on Reddit.
«I couldn’t live somewhere for three months that didn’t have good food, and luckily, Morocco did not disappoint!» wrote another nomad, even listing typical Moroccan dishes she enjoyed during her stay.
While some prefer street food and local restaurants, others love the daily trips to the souk for fresh produce — especially in small towns.
«Fresh breads, eggs, fruit, and vegetables can be purchased around the markets of the medina. But if you need Western food items such as pasta, cheeses, and cereal, there’s a large supermarket on the main road into town», wrote another nomad about her stay in Essaouira.
Культурный опыт
Moroccan cuisine is a major attraction for digital nomads, but so is the rich cultural experience that comes with working remotely from the Kingdom. Many opt for Morocco for all the things they can see and experience when they’re not in front of their PCs — the monuments, historical sites, and lively souks of the old medinas.
While working from Morocco, digital nomads can travel across the country, visit museums, explore historical sites, head to the Sahara desert, or enjoy road trips through the mountains.
If you’re more of a laid-back type, the coastal experience is there too, with surfing being especially popular in places like Taghazout, Tamraght, and Essaouira. If you prefer a more modern, nightlife-oriented lifestyle, Rabat or Casablanca might suit you better.
Марокканские города для цифровых кочевников
Most digital nomad experiences shared online about Morocco mention Essaouira as a «more relaxed» place, with nice beaches and a medina full of attractions and cafés where nomads can plug in their PCs and work.
Marrakech is on the expensive side according to comments. «Marrakech is an 'experience' that you should try. But likely won't want to stay long-term», reads one comment on Reddit.
Tangier is also a favorite — praised for its proximity to Europe and its blend of European and Moroccan styles.
«The city is calm and also has good infrastructure, including modern coworking spaces and coffee shops with reliable internet connectivity», writes Lora Pope.
Taghazout and neighboring Tamraght are also preferred spots, maybe because of their remote yet beach-close locations. Surfing is the local sport, and although small, the towns are well-equipped for nomads.
«The village offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, with a growing number of accommodation options, cafes, and coworking spaces», Lora adds.
