WAC Houston
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Stay informed on global affairs with the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston Podcast. Featuring expert insights from world leaders, diplomats, and thought leaders, this podcast brings you the impactful discussions and engaging conversations from our live events—now available anytime, anywhere. Gain a deeper understanding of international issues, global economies, and cultural perspectives that shape our world. Tune in and stay globally connected.
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This podcast covers a range of complex international topics, highlighting episodes that include the experiences of NASA's first female astronauts, the implications of recent crises in Gaza and the West Bank, the life of pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong, and Malcolm Gladwell's explorations of social phenomena. Special focus areas include geopolitical relations, cultural perspectives, and the dynamics of global events.
Stay informed on global affairs with the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston Podcast. Featuring expert insights from world leaders, diplomats, and thought leaders, this podcast brings you the impactful discussions and engaging conversations from our live events—now available anytime, anywhere. Gain a deeper understanding of international issues, global economies, and cultural perspectives that shape our world. Tune in and stay globally connected.
Most people travel to see the world. WAC Houston members travel to understand it.
In this episode, Maryanne Maldonado sits down with Ilyas Hokkaci, WAC Houston’s travel program lead, to talk about what intentional travel really looks like — from the just-completed cherry blossom season trip through Kyoto and Tokyo, to the upcoming October journey through Morocco that has members already booking their seats.
Morocco isn’t just a destination. It’s a crossroads — where North Africa, Europe, and the Arab world collide across 1,000+ years of layered history. From the Atlantic coast of Casablanca and Rabat, through the Atlas Mountains, into the Sahara desert, and on to the ancient souks of Marrakesh — this 10-day trip moves through civilizations, not just cities.
And thanks to WAC Houston’s decades-long relationships with local partners, travelers get access that no individual traveler — or standard tour company — can replicate. Private palace lunches. Overnight desert camps. Conversations with people who actually live the history you came to see.
If you’ve been on the fence about Morocco, this episode will get you off it.
Hosted by Maryanne Maldonado | The Greater Loop — A podcast of the World Affairs Council of Houston
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What’s covered:
- Highlights from WAC Houston’s Japan trip — Kyoto to Tokyo
- What makes Morocco a once-in-a-lifetime destination
- The Atlas Mountains, Sahara desert, Kasbahs & Marrakesh itinerary
- Why Morocco is one of the most stable, welcoming countries in the region
- Exclusive access: private lunches, desert glamping & local homes
- How to secure your spot on the October trip
Ready to go?
Morrocco:
https://wachouston.org/event/morocco-from-sahara-to-the-sea/
All trips:
https://wachouston.org/events/category/travel/
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