Muslims Holy Travel Blog

Muslims living in the UK or Europe tend to plan their vacations or Umrah around Christian holidays. It is common for Muslims there to plan their Umrah around Easter and for travel agencies to offer Umrah packages for the Easter month. Since Easter has its origin in Paganism, it is natural to question if there are any pagan origins in Islam. This article will detail what Paganism is and answer if there are any Pagan origins to Muslim beliefs. What is Paganism? It is a Chr...Read More

Umrah is a sacred quest that holds great weight for Muslims. Every year, many British Muslims go to perform this prayer and purify their souls. As per Arab News, this number is rising annually as the Saudi Regime is expanding its religious activities in this region. However, going for the Umrah is a daunting task as it involves a multistage process, including prepping, planning, and budgeting. One aiding factor is cost. Hence, Muslims often ask, “How much money is needed for Read More

Offering the scared option of Tawaf and Sai to Muslims, Umrah often comes with many practical considerations. Like Hajj, careful financial planning is vital to board on this holy trip. From airfare to transport, each thing costs some amount and requires pilgrims to prepare. Whether it is Umrah in OctoberRead More

Introduction Umrah is a very holy prayer for Muslims as evidenced by this narration of Muhammad (P.B.U.H): “Performing Umrah can remove the committed sins (between it and the previous one).” (Sahih Bukhari, Volume 3, Book 27, Number 1) That’s why every Muslim wishes to offer this minor Pilgrimage to the best of their abilities. However,  certain circumstances such as disabilities may limit this opportunity for them. People often ...Read More

A chance to go for Umrah is often a one-time event for many Muslims. No one understands this better than us because we send hundreds of British Muslims to Mecca for Umrah. We know how they manage their expenses and save for years to be able to complete this journey. There are two primary ways to travel to Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah. Pilgrims can either go for a DIY Umrah plan or avail an Umrah package. When it comes to Umrah packages, you can either go for solo Umrah deals or gro...Read More

Umrah and Hajj are the most sacred journeys for Muslims. Allah orders all Muslims in the second chapter of the Holy Quran to complete Hajj and Umrah for Allah. This verse clearly shows that these worships are for Allah, and only He knows how much reward each has. The most important thing to consider before planning Hajj or Umrah is the cost of the trip. Since Hajj is an annual event and a costlier affair than Umrah, many people prefer doing Umrah when they get a chance. This guide explains av...Read More

Umrah and Hajj are the most rewarding journeys Muslims ever take. Allah orders Muslims in the second chapter of the Holy Quran, Surah Baqarah, to complete the Hajj and Umrah for Allah. It means that these trips are for Allah and come with huge rewards. Although Umrah can be performed throughout the year, certain months are preferred by pilgrims for various reasons. This post is all about finding the best time to perform Umrah.This guide explores the best time of the day, the best day of the w...Read More

Performing Umrah is one of the most profound spiritual experiences for Muslims including new converts. Every pilgrim considers himself a guest in the House of Allah where every uttered prayer is heard and accepted. Several Muslims spend life savings to reserve Umrah packages and visit the House of Allah and the Medina Mosque. How Performing Umrah Can Prove to be Hectic? Performing U...Read More

Saudi Arabia is country rich in culture and tourism. Over the years, it has shown a major potential in tourism with several projects in the development phase and many in the pipeline. Lots of places in KSA were deserted areas in the past, including the Red Sea coast, Al-Ahsa, Ad-diriyah, Qiddiya, etc. With the recent initiatives by the Saudi government i.e. Vision 2030, these areas have also become a center of attraction for tourists. Such a rapid rise in tourism shows the success of Vision 2...Read More

Social media is the reality of this century whether appreciated or not. It’s been a few years now that a vast majority of the world's population is consuming content on an hourly basis. It has become a vital part of people’s lives. However, this new-age tool is considered both a force of destruction and a force to construct a better world. It becomes even more critical when social media starts impacting the faith of people and starts causing hindrances for them in performing r...Read More