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Have you thought about Tunisia? The resorts are more likely to be what your parents are looking for because what evening entertainment there is tends to be more laid back and based around the hotels rather than there being lots of clubs and bars. But it would also tick all the boxes re a more cultural experience. I'm not Muslim but the Great Mosque in Karouain took my breathe away and as well as the Islamic sights, Tunisia also has some tremendous Roman remains as well such as the colosseum at El Djem. You'll find lots more info on the Tunisia Forum but I think that it might be a better bet than either Morocco or Turkey. Others will be able to advise you better about suitable hotels based on more up to date information than I have but as a general rule, as long as you avoid the mega AI hotels that are aimed very clearly at the family market, you should find something that suits you and your parents.

SM

PS The beaches are lovely too.
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Tunisia does sound wonderful. I'll do some research into it :)
The only thing is, a relative of ours visited Tunisia and had a bad experience. I know it was most likely a one-off yhing, but my parents aren't too keen on the idea after hearing about our relatives time there. I'll try and persuade them, if I find some nice points in my research.
Can you have a weigh in on turkey or Morocco? Thanks. Ali :)
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I'm sure that others can offer advice on Turkey and Morocco - I have never visited either, mainly because I like the sort of holiday that your parents seem to be looking for and after looking into it decided that neither could tick all the boxes for me. What was it that happened to your relative that has put your parents off? Perhaps members her can shed some light on it and help put their minds at rest?

SM
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I have visited many resorts in Turkey over the last 23 years but as it is such a vast country it would be virtually impossible to visit all the places of interest in one visit.It has 4 airports serving the resorts so if there is any particular site you wish to see find out which resort is near to it.
I have also visited Morocco but Tangiers and we loved it but Agadir just seems a beach resort.
Maybe Marrakesh would be more interesting.
I have been 3 times to Tunisia and think that would suit your parents more as the hotels are laid back.
We stayed in Port-el kantoui which would be a nice place to base yourselves and visit the other areas and places of interest from here.
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Cheers. I appreciate the detailed reply. Tunisia is sounding lovely
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Another vote for Tunisia. Camel riding and quad bikes are readily available and plenty of great beaches. Lots of sightseeing, and a variety of organised excursions which would be more practical for your parents.

I agree with SMa that Kairouan sounds right up your parents street. It's an impressive site, and if I remember correctly, the fourth holiest site in Islam. Just don't go on a Friday as you'll only be able to see the Great Mosque from the outside, rather than being able to go into the courtyard. And remember to wear / take clothing with you that will suitable - no bare shoulders, knees etc. They do provide cover ups (I forget what they're called) for tourists, but apparently they never get washed, so aren't particularly pleasant!

It's a shame your relative had a bad experience there - as SMa says, if you let us know what happened, maybe we can help put your mind at rest. I've been to Tunisia 15 or 16 times (I've lost count now :lol: ) and never had any major problems. The worst was probably on my second trip when I came home with gastroenteritis - but I've had bad food poisoning from a salad bar near where I work in London before, so that doesn't really have much to do with Tunisia. Just bad luck and one of the general perils of travel!
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Based on your comments and the make up your family, I too would probably recommend Tunisia.

We did visit Kairouan many years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it as part of the 2 day desert safari. Sousse and Port El Kantoui should offer a mix of nice beaches, old souks with ancient and modern all thrown in together etc plus it's easy to get around from there as there's a railway station in Sousse. Both resorts are only a short distance from each other.

Saying that, Morocco (for us it would be Marrakesh or Tangiers) features highly on our "must do" list of places to go but being based permanently in Cyprus for the last 9 years it's really not so easy to get to unless we go via our favourite holiday destination of Egypt. The only problem with that is it's a hell of a flight to get to Morocco and why would we want to not stay in Egypt?

We do love the Arabic destinations - probably because they know how to make a decent cuppa!

We've enjoyed holidays in Turkey too so I think the places suggested already and as intimated yourself are definitely the right destination choices. It's just a case of seeing which offers the best all round for your family.
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