Is Morocco safe? Yes, if you’re aware of tourist traps

I found myself in the bustling heart of Jemaa El-Fnaa markets, in Marrakech, when a wave of unease swept over me. Legitimate tour guides in Morocco always wear their lanyard to prove they are certified. Photo / Sarah PollokThe dread was because, just several days prior, I had been promised such a ‘shortcut’ by a stranger. As I would learn, it saved me from a potentially dangerous but allegedly common tourist trap in Morocco. Before visiting Morocco, friends expressed concerns about me exploring cities alone, but my initial day in Marrakech surprised me with the warmth of its people.