It is easier than ever to afford to book a private pool villa for a hijab-free holiday or a halal holiday especially with the vast options on Airbnb. Worrying about the health, cleanliness or overall impact on your family and practicalities of travelling during these times they provide a great alternative to hotel accommodation. It is much easier than you think and cheaper to find and book a …
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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 …
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 everything so much easier. May God bless them for kindness and generosity. I know however that many people will not have this benefit and …
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 automatic. #1 Have a plan I know this sounds so cliche but it really helps if you know …
Update on Six Months of Living in Hotels Full Time -What’s It Really Like
If you have been following my site you know that about two years ago we planned to live in hotels long term. I then decided this wasn’t for us and I missed the homey feeling. Well as a true female that changes her mind more often than my handbag we decided to go back to full-time hotel living and after six months I am happy to report - I am loving it! But let me backtrack and give you the …
Here is Truly how dirty the plane your are boarding is
This article can turn gross very fast but bear with me, I am mostly trying to help you and myself therefore are are checking out the dirtiest places on planes. in 2018 so far I have flown almost once every 3 weeks and in some cases like my most recent trip to the US, once every 3 days. I knew planes are dirty and that I should always protect myself, most of the time when I feel super …