Riad Alkemia on National Geographic Traveller UK Experiences Collection 2026

It is with immense pride that we share a recognition that speaks for itself: National Geographic Traveller (UK), one of the most prestigious and authoritative travel publications in the world, has selected Riad Alkemia for its exclusive Experiences Collection 2026.

A global stage for authentic travel

Being chosen by National Geographic Traveller means entering an elite circle of destinations that embody the very essence of meaningful, extraordinary travel. The publication — renowned worldwide for its rigorous editorial standards and its celebration of authentic, transformative experiences — has included Riad Alkemia among the experiences worth living in 2026. A recognition that carries the weight of an institution built on exploration, discovery, and the pursuit of the extraordinary.

“A sanctuary of calm and craftsmanship in the heart of the Red City”

The editorial piece describes Riad Alkemia as a restored 18th-century residence where “time slows and stories unfold” — a place reserved for small groups, offering absolute privacy. National Geographic highlights the architectural beauty of the riad: the flickering lanterns, the dancing reflections in the courtyard pool, the antique Amazigh doors, the hand-forged ironwork, and the painted cedar ceilings that whisper tales of Morocco’s layered history.

The article underlines what makes the riad truly unique: the immersive dining experience, with house chefs preparing colourful salads, slow-cooked tagines, and fragrant couscous made with fresh, local ingredients — whether on the flower-filled rooftop or beside the pool in the shaded lounge.

And it is the people of Riad Alkemia that National Geographic identifies as the true differentiator: the dedicated team that offers warm, discreet service around the clock — from spa rituals and rooftop yoga to private desert excursions.

What the collection highlights

Among the features noted in the Experiences Collection:

Entire riad reserved exclusively for your party
Dedicated staff available 24/7
Private hammam with organic Moroccan treatments
Heated pool
Roof terrace for yoga and wellness sessions
Traditional Moroccan dinners with live music, private desert excursions, and cultural themed tours through the medina

Our gratitude

This recognition is the confirmation that every choice we have made — every detail, every experience crafted, every relationship built with the local community — has resonated at the very highest international level.

Thank you, National Geographic Traveller, for including Riad Alkemia in the Experiences Collection 2026.

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Veronica and Silvia Riad Alkemia

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