One of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods is just three hours from the UK & it’s over 20C in November
FANCY a November getaway? In a matter of hours, you could be basking in temperatures of 20C and checking out one of the world’s trendiest neighbourhoods.
Even better, there are direct return flights from the UK for less than £30.
Rabat is the capital of Morocco, but is still lesser-visited than cities like Casablanca or Marrakesh – but it has the best of both worlds being by the coast, along with busy city souks.
Last year, National Geographic named Rabat as one of its best places to visit in 2026.
The publication called Rabat the country’s “relaxed Atlantic-coast capital” and thanks to not being as well-visited, it’s quieter too.
Rabat is also home to one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods, according to Time Out.
L’Ocean, in Rabat, has been named the second coolest neighbourhood on the planet for this year.
It sits right on the coastline by a palm tree-lined promenade with a mix of historic markets to new hotels.
One of those is the Four Seasons hotel which opened two years ago and is inside a restored 18th century palace.
It has oceanfront views with enormous rooms and suites as well as an elegant French bistro.
On the residential streets are walls of street art, independent shops and cafés.
Other popular sites in Rabat include visiting Kasbah des Oudaias – a fortress looking over the Atlantic Ocean and Bouregreg River.
Another is to see Hassan Tower, a 12th-century building made from red-sandstone that remains unfinished.
When it comes to buying souvenirs, the Rabat Medina sells leather goods, spices, art and jewellery.
In November, return flights from London Stansted are as little as £28 with Ryanair.
Rabat can see daily highs of up to 21C too which make for the ideal escape from the UK which has highs of 11C.
With flights taking just over three hours – Rabat can even be the ideal location for a long weekend.