Although it sits under the gaze of the often snow-tipped Atlas mountains, the course at Amelkis is distinctly American in terms of the design concept. Relatively open and certainly created with the resort golfer in mind, the layout is marked by huge water hazards and expanses of sand, while indigenous trees serve as a reminder of the North African location.

Amelkis has received rave reviews in its short existence to date, and is a good indicator that Morocco is steadily being transformed into a genuine international golf holiday destination. If you are considering Marrakech for your next golf escape to the sun, be sure to include Amelkis as part of the trip.