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 … [Read more...]
Umrah Suspension – The Complete list of Countries
Please note this is accurate at the time of publishing, I will be updating this article with more information and questions as I receive them. Please read the updates at the end of the page 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 and Medinah. Here is the announcement … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
Can You Get an Umrah Visa After Ramadan 2020?
After many years, the question of "Can I go for Umrah After Ramadan" is always a regular one. Now with the tourist visa available to some 49 countries for Saudi Arabia things have changed dramatically when it comes going for Umrah after Ramadan and before or after Hajj. When Can you do Umrah It is important to distinguish two things when we talk about when can you go for … [Read more...]
How to use the Train from Makkah to Medinah (Updated 2020)
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 from Makkah to Medinah for Umrah and we cover all of them … [Read more...]
Great Halal Holiday Deals During Easter School Break
Time flies, and it is almost time for the Easter school break which is perfect for a halal holiday with the family since it is two weeks long and you can do plenty of exploring during that time. This year it also falls just before Ramadan, so spending some quality time with the family and recharging before the Holy month is a great option too. I have put together several Easter school … [Read more...]
Time is Precious – A London Adventure with my nephew
This article is overdue, like many on this site. Time sometimes get in the way, and other "more important" stories take precedence. A personal story, close to my heart, and it has very much to do with travelling and inspiration and the simple reason why I started this website. Today my nephew, who is a 13-year-old smart, kind and beautiful boy, was hit by a car at a crossing … [Read more...]
The Saudi tourist visa is Here and it is a Game-Changer (updated 2020)
This Saudi tourist visa has been long-awaited but finally, it is here and I am a proud holder on one of the first few tourists visas for Saudia. I also have all the breakdown for you so keep reading. Also at the end, you will find all the updates on how the visa works as this article is updated. You can read my experience of performing Umrah on a tourist visa here Saudi Arabia announced … [Read more...]
The Best Travel Accessories for traveling with a newborn
Travelling with a newborn can be stressful, especially flying with a baby. What do you pack for your baby, or yourself with limiting baggage and how do you manage long flights with a baby only a few weeks old. If you don't know yet, we had a baby girl, our own Mini MuslimTravelGirl. Alhumdulilah Her first flight was from Doha to the UK when she was 5 weeks old, and by the time … [Read more...]
Plan your 5-star Umrah with Rihaala the newest Muslim Travel Agency from £418pp
Planning Umrah can be stressful. Though we have a variety of tips on DIY Umrah for many, it is easier to plan your own Umrah package with a "one-stop" provider that also comes ATOL protection. Rihaala is an online travel booking agency which was launched by our friends at Serendipity Tailormade one of the first halal travel agencies in the UK. It started earlier this year to help pioneer … [Read more...]