If you are looking for a perfect mix of adventure, luxury and good value, then now has never been a better time to visit Morocco, according to Morocco specialist, Tourdust, which is reporting a 75% year on year growth in bookings for its Morocco holidays.

Tourdust co-founder, Ben Colclough, says, "We are seeing a couple of emerging trends in Morocco. There is a growing interest from couples looking to combine a dose of adventure in the Atlas Mountains with indulgent boutique accommodation in Marrakech. We are also experiencing a strong surge in interest from families who see Morocco as the ideal first adventurous destination, with its low flight prices, convenience and cultural contrast."

This follows an overall growth in visitor numbers from the UK. In 2012, Morocco bucked a long term decline with visitor numbers from the UK growing by 17% from 305,000 to 356,000. UK tourists on average visit Morocco for eight days. The country is most popular with younger Brits with 25-34 year olds representing 30% of visitors. (Source: ONS International Passenger Survey Travel Trends Report Apr 2013.)

With new flight capacity and low flight prices, now has never been a better time to go to Morocco. Ryanair opened its first bases in Africa in Marrakech and Fez this May, and BA recently announced that from October 28 the airline's daily Gatwick to Marrakech service will also increase by three flights a week.

And, with Ramadan falling earlier this year (9th July - 7th August 2013), August is a great time of year to visit Morocco; (1) fight prices are lower to Morocco than most popular Mediterranean destinations (Ryanair flights from Luton to Marrakech are still available for under £200pp), (2) The Atlas Mountains and stunning Atlantic Coast experience perfect conditions with average temperatures around 25-30 degrees Celsius and (3) There are a host of small boutique properties which make the perfect base to unwind, from the stunning seven suite Domain Malika www.tourdust.com/accommodation/50-domaine-malika in the Atlas Mountains to the boutique cliff-top Kasbah Tabelkoukt  www.tourdust.com/accommodation/83-kasbah-tabelkoukt in the South and the new boutique yoga and surf hotel, Paradise Plage www.tourdust.com/accommodation/101-paradis-plage near Agadir.

Tourdust offers a range of Morocco holidays, specialising in combining characterful accommodation in Marrakech, Essaouira and South Morocco with private escorted treks in the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert tours. Prices start from £247 per person for a three day Atlas Valleys and Villages Trek. Family holidays www.tourdust.com/products/africa/morocco?activity=family-holidays start from £535 per person for an eight day holiday including flights.

Here are some of Tourdust's most popular Morocco holidays that are suitable for August departures:

Boutique Marrakech & Mountains - This eight day holiday is split between the Atlas mountains and then in Marrakech in a stylish, boutique riad. Priced from £683 per person, to include return flights from London throughout August, return transfers, accommodation in a boutique riad in Marrakech on a bed and breakfast basis, three day guided trek in the Atlas Mountains with all meals OR a two guided day walks with half board accommodation, return transfers to the mountains and a cookery class with lunch. Based on two people sharing. http://www.tourdust.com/products/690-berber-valley-trek-boutique-marrakech

Boutique Marrakech & Mountains - This eight day holiday is split between the Atlas mountains and then in Marrakech in a stylish, boutique riad. Priced from £683 per person, to include return flights from London in August, return transfers, accommodation in a boutique riad in Marrakech on a bed and breakfast basis, three day guided trek in the Atlas Mountains with all meals OR two guided day walks with half board accommodation, return transfers to the mountains and a cookery class with lunch. Based on two people sharing. http://www.tourdust.com/products/690-berber-valley-trek-boutique-marrakech

Family Souks, Mountains and Coast Morocco - This two week holiday is ideal for families with children of six and above. The first week is spent trekking in the Atlas Mountains and exploring Marrakech, followed by a week spent at a unique eco lodge close to the coast. Priced from £925 per person, based on a family of four, to include return flights from London in August, all transfers, car hire for the second week, guide and mules whilst trekking, plus all meals in the Atlas Mountains and breakfast each day in Marrakech and the eco lodge. http://www.tourdust.com/products/1148-family-holiday-trek-marrakech-south-morocco  

Family Marrakech, Trek and Surf Morocco - This fortnight long holiday has been designed for active families, combining trekking in the mountains, free time exploring Marrakech and then on to a surf camp between near Essaouira. Priced from £1,185 per person, based on a family of four in August. Price includes flights from London, all transfers, fourteen nights accommodation, trekking tour guide with mule support in the Atlas Mountains, all meals in the Atlas Mountains, four surfing lessons and breakfast each day in Marrakech and on the coast . http://www.tourdust.com/products/1067-morocco-family-holiday-marrakech-trek-surf

For bookings and further information contact Tourdust www.tourdust.com / (0)203 291 2907.

Note To Editors: Tourdust is an ABTA and ATOL bonded, independent tour operator specialising in adventure holidays and partnering closely with local guides and hotels to offer a high quality and great value holiday.

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