We’re excited to share a little travel inspiration from our recent discovery trip to Marrakech—a journey that deepened our love for the ingredients and rituals that inspire Aja Botanicals. We stayed at a beautiful house just outside the city, spending divine evenings watching the sun set and even catching the sunrise a few times. Those quiet moments were made even more magical as we tested our Dreams Body Oil samples (coming soon), pairing the fragrance with sound bowls and meditation. There’s nothing quite like experiencing scent alongside the beauty of a Moroccan sunrise.
Wandering through the souks, we found ourselves drawn to our favourite restaurant, Terrace Des Epices, and to the heavenly frankincense—an earthy, grounding scent perfect for meditation and manifesting. In Marrakech, you buy frankincense in large lumps, then gently crush it into powder, ready to burn over hot charcoal to cleanse your space. It’s a cherished ritual in local temples, but we love bringing this sense of renewal into our own homes, too.
Our journey took us up into the Ourika Valley in the Atlas Mountains—a dream come true. We climbed to the top, dipped our heads in the cool stream and our feet in the bubbling brook. The purity of the moment was unforgettable.
We also visited a women’s cooperative, where we discovered exquisite honeys, argan oils, and prickly pear seed oil (a new favourite for glowing skin—I wish I’d brought more home!).
Marrakech is a feast for the senses: the intoxicating scent of roses, the call to prayer drifting on the breeze, the vibrant sunrises and sunsets, and the flavours of fresh salads and spices. Every moment was a reminder of how deeply nature and ritual can nurture the soul.
A few places we loved:
With love & gratitude,
Tilly & the Aja team x
