I took a last-minute trip to Morocco. Here are 4 items I'm glad I packed, and 3 I wish I had brought.

I'm glad I packed a scarf for my trip to Morocco, as it kept me protected from the sun and wind.

Amanda Shammas

• In December, I was gifted a last-minute trip to Morocco and scrambled to pack all the essentials.
• I'm glad I brought a scarf to protect myself from the sun and wind.
• However, I wish I brought bug spray and warmer layers for when the temperatures dropped at night.

On my 23rd birthday, a family member was in Morocco, and along with a birthday text, they sent me a plane ticket to meet them.