Living in Morocco is all very well, but you still have to earn a living (unless you're retired or an expat sent by your company). But be warned: here's a list of four ideas for activities that should be thrown out as soon as they surface. Some of them 'worked' but it's too late, others never worked at all - here's why.

The Bahia Palace in Marrakesh lost all its furniture in the 19th century. The seat of the Residence under the Protectorate, its luxurious woodwork has been restored and showcased, a monument to Moroccan craftsmanship.

The Moroccan living room, or "sedari", is typical of Moroccan decoration and is not found in other Maghreb countries. It is based on the structure of a tent, with long sofas arranged against the wall and small pieces of furniture that are easy to transport.