

Where to purchase dates and Zamzam from when you go for Umrah
You can’t go for Umrah and come back without dates and Zamzam! Fresh dates are available in Madinah. Here are a few places that you can...
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Sep 2, 20232 min read
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Ten tips for Ramadan Umrah
What better place to spend Ramadan than the holy Mosques of Makkah and Madinah. The vibe, energy, soothing recitation of the Imams and...
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Mar 6, 20232 min read
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Sites to visit (Ziyarah) in Madinah
1. Jannat-Ul-Baqi’ Jannatul Baqi’ is the oldest Islamic cemetery in Madinah. It is where the wives, daughters and several companions of...
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Jan 29, 20234 min read
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Umrah – alone or with a group?
This is a question that there is no correct answer to. Like many things in life, deciding to go for Umrah alone or in a group has its...
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Oct 17, 20223 min read
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5 days in Istanbul
Istanbul is home to breathtaking architecture, delicious food, and some of the warmest, most genuinely hospitable peopleyou'll ever met...
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Jun 26, 20229 min read
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Sites to visit (Ziyarah) in Makkah
Make the most of your spiritual journey to Makkah with side trips and excursions. You can book tour operators to take you to key sites...
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Jun 1, 20226 min read
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What to look out for in an Umrah Package.
When you look for an Umrah package, what draws you into considering going for that deal? For most people, it's the price. Anything around...
Raheel Travels and Tours
May 11, 20222 min read
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Makkah first or Madinah first?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question. In fact, there are benefits to both options. The benefits of going to Makkah first: -...
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Mar 7, 20222 min read
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Food in Makkah and Madinah – halal or haram???
Saudi is a Muslim country, so, of course, you must be thinking, the food in Makkah and Madinah has to be halal. It may take you by...
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Feb 1, 20223 min read
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Best hotels to stay in during Umrah
When deciding which hotels to stay in when you plan your Umrah trip, the first thing to bear in mind is that Saudi hotel standards tend...
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Jan 11, 20222 min read
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Post Covid Umrah 2022 - Everything you need to know
Umrah 2022 is open! Things are slightly different at the moment though. Below is all the info you need prior to planning your trip. The...
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Nov 3, 20211 min read
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Haramain Rail Pros and Cons
The Haramain rail project was completed in October 2018. The high-speed railway network offers routes between Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah...
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Sep 29, 20205 min read
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What to pack for Umrah
When you prepare for your umrah trip, you want to make sure that you’ve packed properly. Below is a checklist of what you’ll need. 1....
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Sep 8, 20204 min read
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Makkah to Madinah Travel options
The road distance between Makkah and Madinah is 275 miles. There are a number of options to get from Makkah to Madinah and vice versa...
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Aug 14, 20203 min read
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10 places to visit in Doha
Doha is a known for its incredible architecture. The city’s constantly changing skyline and modern shopping malls combine with its...
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Apr 16, 20204 min read
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5 days in Marrakech
Marrakech is a place of immense beauty, tradition and culture. It lies beneath the peaks of the Atlas mountains and the Moroccan Sahara....
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Apr 4, 20205 min read
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10 Essential Umrah Travel Tips
Tip 1: Pick the right time of year. Hotel rates and air fare vary throughout the year. If you don’t have children and you’re not...
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Mar 29, 20204 min read
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