Fantastic GP!
Again, most interesting on your foray into these exotic regions, and yes I surely do recall the music, and that many entertainers did go there through the years. Im sure the "Marrakesh Express" gained new dimension with your experience, very exciting.
Yes, Mexico, and for me growing up in the early 60s in Southern California, the 'expeditions' across the border into 'T.J." (Tijuana) and onward to Ensenada were exciting (I think) with cerveza fueled exuberance. Hardly cultural experiences though, but fun from what I recall.
It is interesting on the cultural warrior traditions celebrations and parties!
And thank you for the levity!!! YES....who can forget 'Stanley and Ollie'!!!
They were hilarious, and in my studies in these topics, my sense of humor often compels me to my own 'perspectives', since we are sharing the lighter side of our discussion topic
All the best
Jim