Finally, I am putting a list of Halal hotels in the Middle East. The list will include halal resorts as well.Many times we think of the Middle East and we automatically assume all the hotels there are halal. However many countries such as the United Arab Emirates serve alcohol openly in hotels. In these properties halal food is halal, but the overall environment is not halal for many … [Read more...]
It’s Here: The New Umrah E-Visa
I don't know about you but I am so excited about the news I received yesterday with regards to the new Umrah E-visa.The new Umrah E-Visa is open with immediate effect! Saudi Arabia is really trying to up their game for their 2030 Vision which will see 30million pilgrims insha'Allah enter the country.In order to do this, they have promised several changes to the current … [Read more...]
The Difference Between Halal Travel & Muslim Friendly Travel
You might have heard the terms Halal travel and Muslim-friendly travel being used interchangeably and even on this website, we use them as such. However, I personally think there should be a distinction between the two, we receive comments about when is one applicable and when the other. I know in the travel industry, experts, agents and bloggers will use them based on their … [Read more...]
Can You Get an Umrah Visa After Ramadan?
After many years, the question of "Can I go for Umrah After Ramadan" is always a regular one. So let's answer it insha'Allah to help you understand how things work and what are the visa rules for Umrah.When Can you do Umrah So the Umrah period is the period where pilgrims are allowed to go and perform Umrah. This also means that this is the time that the Saudi embassy issues visas.Please … [Read more...]
Best Luxury for Hijabis: Review of QSuites by Qatar Air & How to Try it on the Cheap
Here is my review of the QSuites the best business class in the air by Qatar Airways. Since it was announced in 2017 I really wanted to check it out but sadly my routes didn't fly this product. However back in September 2018 on my way back to Doha from the USA I had the opportunity to try it out as the flights worked out well for all of us and Qsuites were available from Frankfurt and so … [Read more...]
The Best Ways to Upgrade from Economy to Business Class That Actually Work
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 politely’ advice that circles the internet when it comes to upgrading to business … [Read more...]
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 Umrah by helping them understand the Umrah visa fees, the Umrah visa procedures, the planning and organising of an … [Read more...]
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 extent I agree with the article, although it is Asia orientated, based on the writers.When I started four … [Read more...]
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 tolerance for example to music, food etc. For me personally, a halal hotel is a place that doesn't serve … [Read more...]
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 from Makkah to Medinah for Umrah and we cover all of them … [Read more...]
