Higher School of Education and Training Berrechid (ESEFB), Hassan First University Avenue de l'Université, B.P: 218, 26100 Berrechid, Morocco.

• Travel documents: check your Visa requirements, passport, photocopy of passport, ID is insufficient, residence permit if you are not a national of your country of residence.

• Payment: most institutions in large cities accept debit and credit card payment, but be sure to bring cash, as the vast majority of transactions are done using the Moroccan Dirham (MAD) or sometimes Euros.

• Food items: bring vegan, gluten free, lactose free products, or any other special foods in case of allergies, that are unlikely to be found outside of larger grocery stores. Be aware that it might get hot and certain foods might melt or go bad quickly.

• Medicine: bring any prescribed medicine that is unlikely to be found in local pharmacies, Imodium (or equivalent) against bowel issues, hydrating nasal spray to keep the nostrils lubricated and avoid nosebleeds in the dry air.

• Vaccinations: Hepatitis A and tetanus vaccinations are not mandatory but useful. No malaria or yellow fever vaccinations needed.

From Casablanca Airport (CMN):

The cheapest way is to take the bus, which costs around 4 € and takes over 20 min.

The fastest way is to take a long-distance taxi (white taxis), which costs about 15 € takes under 20 min.

There is no direct train from Casablanca Airport to Berrechid. However, there are connections via Gare Oasis. The journey, including 50 min transfer time, costs 3 to 6 € and takes 1h48m.

For participants staying in Berrechid, there will be possibilities to arrange a pick up at certain times from Casablanca Airport. Please contact the organisers for more detail.

From Marrakech:

The fastest way is to take a long-distance taxi (white taxis), which costs about 30 to 45 € and takes 2h.

There is a direct train service departing hourly from Marrakech train station (20 min from Marrakech Menara Airport, RAK). It is the cheapest way to get from Marrakesh to Berrechid, which costs 8 to 16 € and takes 2h30m.

PLEASE NOTE: When taking a long-distance taxi, you may have to bargain. Agree on the price BEFORE you enter the taxi.

There are three hotels in Berrechid, so make sure to book in advance:

• Hospitality-inn: about 50 € per night.

• Equi Palace Berrechid: about 50 € per night.

• HARIZ SON: about 90 € per night.

It is also possible to rent out apartments.

Some participants may choose to stay in Casablanca, where there are many more options for accommodation.

Lunch will be provided by the conference, and will be served at the conference venue (ESEFB).

Dinners will be organized on February 6th (conference dinner) and 8th (farewell dinner).

There are many restaurants in Berrechid and countless restaurants in Casablanca.

PLEASE NOTE: To avoid "Delhi belly", attendees may want to stay away from uncooked fruits and vegetables, tap water, or take probiotics to support your intestinal bacteria.