We have all seen posts on the best ways to upgrade from economy to business class and how some of that advice can be totally impossible to implement. Some others offer good advice but without much further explaining. So I thought I will break it down and remove some of the constant ‘dress nicely, smile, ask […]
The Ultimate Guide on How to Do a DIY Umrah; (Do-It-Yourself) Umrah
Here is an easy guide on how to do a DIY Umrah on your own. Do-it-Yourself Umrah is becoming extremely popular and there are so many ways you plan and save when planning an Umrah on your own. For the past four years I have helped thousands of readers go for Umrah doing a DIY […]
Who Is DIY Umrah for and What is it’s Future? -Should Umrah Agents be Worried?
I received my newsletter from Salaam Gateway and my eye caught the title about “DIY Umrah” How worried are agents. As the leading and largest travel blog on DIY Umrah for the past four years, I have experience on the topic and I thought I will share my thoughts. I have to say to an […]
Halal Hotel Review -Tivoli Al Wakrah in Qatar
I love finding true halal hotel and Doha has many of them for which I am very excited to share, this time it is the Halal Hotel Tivoli Al Wakrah. For me, I always try to find a “real” halal hotel which is not always easy because we do have different interpretations and also different […]
How to use the Train from Makkah to Medinah
The new high-speed Haramain train is on. Here is how to use the train from Makkah to Medinah and vice versa and other general information before you board! First I have to say I am super excited because train travel is my actual favourite way to explore a country. There are few options for you to get […]
Here is the Best Hilton Hotel In Makkah For Umrah
Which is the best Hilton hotel in Makkah for Umrah? Currently, Hilton has three different brands and hotels in Makkah in close proximity all offering different options and price points. So which is the best Hilton hotel in Makkah? I have stayed in all three hotels during an Umrah hotel hop so I can review […]
DIY Umrah: How to Get from Jeddah to Makkah & Medinah for Umrah
I get a lot of questions about how to get from Jeddah to Makkah to Medina for Umrah. I was very lucky to have an awesome friend who provided me with a driver for my Umrah, so I was driven to Makkah and Medina by car, which I must say was great as it made […]
5 Things You Need to Do if You Want to Travel More for This Year
Happy New Year! My personal resolutions might have been delayed as I am still formulating them, however, my travel goals for this year are pretty clear. Every year I follow a travel plan because I know how important it is to have one, plus it’s so ingrained into me now so it is pretty much […]
