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These folk are a disgrace to the majority of Moroccans who are friendly, welcoming and hospitable to outsiders. Whilst I acknowledge that many of these touts and con men lack a skill set that might guarantee "honest" employment - do they really think that shouting abuse to someone would result in the unfortunate recipient changing their mind? It is my contention that unless the authorities address this problem then tourists will elect to avoid Fes and smartly spend their tourist dollars in another city or country.

If you really need to buy anything especially of high value items ask for a 50-70% discount and be firm. It seems low value items are harder to bargain while having a guide wih you will mean higher prices which are given to the guide as commission. However you don't have much choice since you need a guide in this labyrynthine town. GPS maps are not representative of the actual layout.

However, it is an intense place to visit and the locals can be very aggressive and persistent. Employing the services of an official guide can be useful but is not completely necessary as the main areas of the medina are not that difficult to navigate with the use of a map and by following the signs posted throughout the streets of the medina. The shopping options are endless and the ancient architecture throughout the medina is breathtaking.

Only worth a day or two.