Welcome to Morocco! After you land in Casablanca, you'll be chauffeured to Rabat from the airport. Check into your luxe accommodations, then get to know the city with the help of your driver and guide. Once you've worked up an appetite, grab lunch at a delicious spot that suits your taste. As Morocco's capital and home to the royal family, Rabat oozes imperial glam, from relics of empires past to contemporary eateries specializing in fine dining. If you're hungry for traditional fare, consider taking advantage of the Atlantic's incredible bounty. Even in the medina, you'll find super-fresh delicacies like briny oysters and creamy sea urchins. Whatever your palate, your guide will give you an excellent recommendation for where to enjoy your first meal.

Walk off lunch by exploring the blue-painted Oudaya neighborhood that sits perched above the Atlantic Ocean. The Kasbah of the Oudayas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the crown jewel of this enclave, so explore the complex or stroll around its lush Andalusian gardens, and return to the ramparts for a vivid sunset. You'll visit the Hassan Tower, one of the most magnificent buildings of the Almohad Dynasty. A curiosity of a landmark, Hassan Tower is the minaret of a 12th-century mosque, a lofty construction project that was ultimately abandoned. After you wander the ruins, check out the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, which serves as a stellar taste of the intricate tilework, mosaics, and craftsmanship that you'll see throughout the land. Tonight, enjoy Rabat's robust culinary scene. You will find good Moroccan food around the city, but if you're looking for something more continental, head to the embassy quarter of the New City (just inland from the medina).