فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
As the July sun intensifies over the roads of southern Spain, the familiar summer story begins once again: thousands of Moroccan families living abroad pack their luggage, carrying not only their bags but also eagerness and longing to cross the Strait and reach their homeland. However, this year’s return journey, part of the “Marhaba 2025” operation, appears different—fraught with new challenges that have prompted Spanish authorities to sound the alarm.
The story starts at the so-called “bottlenecks,” the Spanish ports that have turned into bustling human hives that never rest. Since the beginning of the month, coinciding with European holidays, the crossing process has become a true test of patience. To address this situation, Spanish authorities issued a clear roadmap containing invaluable advice aimed at transforming what could be a difficult journey into a smooth start to a long-awaited vacation.
The most urgent and prominent warning was a big red light flashing over the ports of Ceuta and Melilla: “Avoid them as much as possible.” Although their prices may tempt some travelers, the suffocating congestion inside these ports turns any financial saving into a costly expenditure of time and effort under the scorching sun.
In contrast, alternatives were presented as wiser routes: the path from Algeciras to Tangier Med, or the faster route through Tarifa to the heart of Tangier, represent safer options to avoid long waits.
The guidance did not stop at choosing the route but extended to include advanced planning. Pre-booked crossing tickets online have become a “security visa” that guarantees travelers a spot on the ferry and spares them from exploitation or hours of waiting. Authorities also urged travelers to arrive at the port several hours before departure, emphasizing that patience and planning are the keys to safely overcoming this annual challenge—ending the ordeal and beginning the joy of reunion with family and loved ones.
