With Open Arms

Short Stories of Misadventures in Morocco

By: Matthew Félix

Narrated by: Matthew Félix

When Matthew had to renew his European visa, his point of exit was obvious: he was going to Morocco. Memories of his previous trip filled him with anxiety. What was he thinking? After everything that had happened, did he really want to go back? Scams. Altercations. Mishaps. But also humor and beauty. His curiosity overcoming his fears, his second trip would prove as unforgettable as the first.

"My reflexes belatedly kicking in, I couldn't help but flinch. The children cheered, relishing having reduced me to their plaything."

"Our little spectacle having brought the night market to a standstill, we were now surrounded by about 50 men. I was living the chaotic mob scene from so many movies, and it was every bit as nightmarish as it had always looked on-screen."

"As I was about to let out a desperate cry that would require no translation, the giant finished...leaving me flinching on the floor like a bug that's been smashed but isn't quite dead."

"Amidst astonishingly beautiful, unsullied waves of sand, a lone figure squatted, holding a roll of toilet paper. It was a peculiar, paradoxical sight."

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©2015 Matthew Félix (P)2018 Matthew Félix

I learned things to look out for in Morocco

Always good to hear travelers tales for entertainment and to be informed. I just kept thinking there must have been positive things that happened as well. Those are not included.

Lack of Common Travel Sense

Author presents a pretty grim account of his travels in Morocco. I was just there and didn't experience anything like what he describes. He doesn't seem to be a very seasoned traveler, as he writes about putting himself in multiple precarious situations that more experienced visitors would know to avoid.