EASYJET has revealed it will be setting up an airport base next year in one of the most popular African cities with Brits – meaning more cheap flights.
The budget airline has announced it will be growing its program from Marrakech in Morocco.
easyJet is expanding its program with more flights to and from MarrakeshCredit: Alamy
Morocco is one of the cheapest countries for Brit to go on holidayCredit: Alamy
While the new routes aren’t currently from the UK, other existing routes will see more flights launched.
easyJet already flies from the UK to Marrakech from eight hubs including Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester London Gatwick, Luton and Southend.
In November, some of these one-way flights are as little as £14.99.
The new easyJet routes are from , and to Marrakech and Geneva to – each route will have twice weekly journeys meaning there will be hundreds of additional flights.
The new additional flights brings the number of easyJet to Morocco routes to 46.
Kenton Jarvis, CEO of easyJet, added that Morocco is a “key market” for the airline as it’s their “fastest growing market outside “.
Earlier this year, Which? revealed .
The consumer watchdog analysed the cost of 5,590 package from some of the UK’s biggest tour operators, including , and .
was one of those places where holidaymakers can get more for their money.
, Head of Sun Travel, . She said: “I’ve just returned from a wonderful long weekend in Marrakech and the city is as exciting as ever.
Head of Sun Travel Lisa Minot recently visited the Moroccan city with her familyCredit: Lisa Minot
Marrakesh is known for its colourful Medina and marketsCredit: Henryk Sadura
“We were sunbathing on the roof of our riad in the Medina in glorious 22 degree temperatures – and I loved the amazing desert landscapes just 40 minutes from the hustle and bustle of the souks.
“Tourism is booming in the city and while the streets are as colourful and chaotic as ever, the influx of visitors has brought some gorgeous new bars, and stunning .”
Lisa also suggests visiting popular spots in the city of Marrakech like the filled with cafes and colourful stalls.
It’s where visitors will see lots of performers from musicians to snakecharmers.
When you get hungry, make sure to visit one of the square’s many food stalls to pick up some maakouda – a traditional potato cake.
In the Kasbah district, you’ll find the Saadian Tombs. It’s a 14th-century site that was discovered in 1917 and the tombs are made from Italian Carrara marble.
For the best views, Lisa says head to Nobu Hotel’s rooftop where you can see the Atlas Mountains.
Of course you can tuck into some great food options too from quality sushi, and sip on a cocktail.
Another reason Morocco is set to be a big destination for next year is .
The other budget airline announced that due to the axing of flights to , the capacity removed from Spanish will be reallocated to more competitive European , including .
This means your holiday to Marrakech, or other Moroccan cities could become cheaper than a trip to Tenerife.
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easyJet is adding a new base to the city of MarrakeshCredit: Alamy 
