I didn't even know how to use Transferwise or what was the purpose of such an online bank. Like most for the past 15 years, I have had the same bank and card. This post is not sponsored, but my experience of using Trasferwise for the past six months. I had heard of it from various blogger Facebook groups and how they pay into the account of use abroad, but I had never actually used it. …
The Best European Avios Redemption in business class with flat bed
Club Europe on British Airways is hardly worth the Avios or cash unless of course you have plenty of both or it's on sale. However, I recently discovered the best European Avios redemption in business class, which, of course, makes it an excellent value. I knew there was a flight on a bigger plane from London to Athens as I had flown with it, but it had the old-style business class seats, …
Halal Holiday with a Private Pool Review: Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara
There are not many places that I would go back to when it comes to hotels or holidays. But when you find a perfect halal resort in Salalah Oman, I think you would happily go back. Definitely, the Al Baleed Resort in Salalah Oman is one exception. As you know, I am always on the lookout for beautiful halal or Muslim-friendly hotels/resorts that tick all my boxes of a private pool villa, …
Planning an Umrah with a baby: Everything you need to know
When I told people I wanted to go for Umrah with a baby they had a funny look, primarily because of when I wanted to go. My daughter would have been three months old. I think this might have been a little too ambitious for me considering that we had just travelled to three different countries by the time she was three months. So we pushed back our plans on performing Umrah with a newborn …
Umrah Suspension – The Complete list of Countries
Currently, the Saudi border is closed until further notice. Hajj this year will be available only for residents. We have no information of when will Umrah start again. Once this information is available we will share it with you ASAP! It was announced today and that Umrah will be stopped for people on Umrah visas and tourist visas for those who want to visit the two Holy cities of Makkah …
My Experience Performing Umrah On a Tourist Visa 2020
By far, one of the most frequently asked questions is about whether it is OK performing Umrah on a Saudi tourist visa. We have had thousands of people actually go for Umrah using the new tourist visa for Saudi Arabia. Still, I know that many of you want the first-hand experience I had with it. First, make sure you read about the Saudi tourist visa here. Under the visa …