What can you find in Fez that you won't find anywhere else?
The obvious comparison is with Marrakech, some five hours to the south west and a city we also adore. There, the authorities have made a very conscious decision to chase the tourist dollar and an influx of seriously luxurious hotels has undoubtedly changed the atmosphere of the city. The medina is still a wonderful place to wander, but for the really, really authentic experience, nothing beats Fez, and there are some exquisite places to stay in town as well.
Aside from just soaking up the medina atmosphere and exploring the iconic tanneries, another huge highlight on a holiday to Fez is the Bou Inania madrasa, a beautiful centre of Islamic teaching dating from the 14th century and famous for exquisite wood carvings. The elegant minaret also acts as a useful reference point much as Marrakech's Koutoubia mosque does for those busy getting lost in the winding alleyways below.
Finally, we can arrange a private guided day trip to explore the three gems near Fez, namely: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes.