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Morocco has been named the top destination in National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s 2026 Editors’ Picks, edging out Japan and Sri Lanka.

The New York-based company will perform four works on October 2 and 3, marking its first appearance in Morocco and its return to Africa after more than three decades.

Morocco is the guest country at the two-day event in Oeiras, where chef Lahcen Hafid will showcase Moroccan cuisine alongside chefs and researchers from Portugal and abroad.

With 31 recognized properties, Morocco ranks second in Africa in the latest Michelin Key rankings, which highlight hotels offering guests exceptional experiences.

The Moroccan team secured first place at the 2026 African Pastry Cup in Agadir, earning a place at the World Pastry Cup finals in Lyon in January 2027.

Moroccan-Egyptian top model Imaan Hammam lit up the runway at Vogue World in Milan on September 22, 2026.

The 24-time Grand Slam champion will lead a three-day retreat at Amanjena, combining tennis, mindfulness, recovery and nutrition.

The Marrakech palace is the only Moroccan hotel to feature in the latest edition of the World’s 50 Best Hotels ranking, taking 26th place.

From September 22 to 24, 2026, Agadir will trade its image as a seaside resort for that of a continental gastronomic capital.