Geography / life
North Africa
What is the ideal business attire in Morocco?
Dark & modest attire with no flashy jewelry.
What should you NOT bring as a gift?
Alcohol, sharp objects, leather etc
What type of government does Morocco have?
Monarchy
What religion is the most commonly practiced in Morocco?
Islam
What month was Morocco established?
April
How many times a day do Muslims pray?
Five times a day
What two gifts could you give?
Flowers, pastries, milk, yogurt, or compass
When did the Moroccan king start ruling?
1999
What desert is nearest to Morocco?
The Sahara Desert
What year was Morocco established?
1956
When should you set an appointment?
One month in advance
Say good-bye to each person individually
Who is the king of Morocco?
Mohammad VI
What are the colors of the Morocco flag?
Red & Green
What are the two main languages in Morocco?
Moroccan & Arabic
What language do business cards need to be translated in?
French or Arabic
What three things should you avoid in public?
1) Wearing revealing clothes
2) Smoking/eating during the month of Ramadan
3) PDA
What is the exchange rate of 1 (MAD) to USD?
1 MAD = 0.11 USD
How long does Ramadan last?
A month
What is the life expectancy in Morocco?
77 Years
Why is Mecca important?
Believed Muhammad and the founder of Islam was born in Mecca.
What is the ideal greeting for men & women?
Men = Handshake
Woman = Kiss on the cheek
What is the official currency of Morocco?
Moroccan Dirham
How much of the population is Muslim?
99%