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Uzbekistan Halal Travel Guide: Your 7-Day Itinerary
In case you haven’t already heard, Uzbekistan is open for tourism! 🇺🇿🎉 This Central Asian state was relatively hard to visit as a tourist until a few years ago when the new president began easing entry requirements. Since then the president has scrapped visa ...
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Your 6-Day Itinerary to Exploring Islamic Heritage in Bosnia
You may realise as well that Bosnia is not as often listed as a bucket-list destination. However, Bosnia is a true gem home to fantastic mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and it is great value for money for a European destination. Moreover, Bosnia offers so ...
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Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia
Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia If you’re a history buff or culture vulture, you probably already know that you’ll find centuries’ worth of well-preserved Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia. Only 10 years after Sultan Mehmet al Fatih conquered Constantinople (Istanbul), he entered Bosnia Herzegovina ...
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6 day itinerary to North England: Best of the UK countryside
The northern parts of England are famous amongst hikers and nature lovers for being home to dramatic landscapes and incredible views. Unless you live in the area though, planning a trip to exploring northern England can be a little overwhelming; where do you begin ...#OwnYourNarrative
Your 6-Day Itinerary to Exploring Islamic Heritage in Bosnia
You may realise as well that Bosnia is not as often listed as a bucket-list destination. However, Bosnia is a true gem home to fantastic mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and it is great value for money for a European destination. Moreover, Bosnia offers so ...
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Five legendary Muslim travellers
“Have they not travelled over the land so that they may have hearts by which they may apply reason, or ears by which they may hear?” Surah al Hajj (The Pilgrimage), Quran 22: 46 Muhammad Asad, Evliya Celebi, Ibn Fadlan, Ibn Battuta, Ibn ...
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7 Reasons why every Muslim should visit Bosnia
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Bosnia’? It’s not as often listed as a tourist hotspot or bucket-list destination. Bosnia is a true hidden gem with its beautiful mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and excellent value for money. For Muslim travellers, ...#OwnYourNarrative
Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia
Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia If you’re a history buff or culture vulture, you probably already know that you’ll find centuries’ worth of well-preserved Ottoman Islamic history in Bosnia. Only 10 years after Sultan Mehmet al Fatih conquered Constantinople (Istanbul), he entered Bosnia Herzegovina ...
Tokyo
Halal Eateries You Need to Try in Tokyo
Food is always a big part of my trip, but it’s not always easy to access high-quality halal food when you’re travelling, right? So when I visited Tokyo in 2019, I needed to make sure that I could always access halal food. But is ...
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Guide to Eating Halal in Japan for Muslim Travellers
People love Japan for many reasons; beautiful landscapes and classic architecture contrasted with modern high-rise buildings and the latest technology. Among all of the many reasons to visit Japan, Japanese food is what intrigues me the most. As a Muslim traveller adhering to a ...
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Tokyo: Prayer facilities
As Salaam Masjid Address: 1F As-Salam Bldg., 4-6-7 Taito, Taito-ku, Tokyo. Nearest station: Okachimachi station, southern exit. Noa Dogenzaka Address: Room 1107, 11th Floor,15-1, Dogenzaka 2, Shibuya, Tokyo. Nearest Station: Shibuya station, Hachiko exit. Indonesian Embassy Address: 5-2-9, Higashi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo. Nearest ...
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Tokyo – Things to do and see
Shinjuku gyoen national garden This garden is famed to be the most beautiful in Tokyo, and exhibits English, French and Japanese styles. It used to belong to the estate of Lord Naito in the 18th Century, but most of the garden was destroyed ...
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Seoul: 8 Activities that are a Must
There are so many great things to do in Seoul, including eating some of the most delicious desserts in the world and buying great skincare products. We have come up with a select list of must-do activities to experience authentic Seoul. 1.Trick Eye museum A great place ...
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Halal food in Seoul
Over the last few years the number of halal restaurants in Seoul has grown substantially. Below you will find a list of restaurants that serve halal food. Whether you are looking to try authentic Korean dishes or want something to remind you of home, ...
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Seoul: Travel Planner
It can be daunting visiting a country where you don’t speak (and can’t even try to read) the language. Never let this put you off! If you’ve read Five Reasons why Visiting Korea should be on your to-do list and are ready to book your trip, ...
Phuket
Phuket: Mosques
Phuket has plenty of places to pray so you will never be caught out during your exploration of the beautiful sites the city has to offer. Phuket Central Mosque Address: Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand Patong Mosque Address: Patong, ...
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Phuket: Halal restaurants
Dirham Halal Restaurant – Thai and international cuisine Address: Bangtao beach, 3/3 Moo 3, Soi Bangtao2, Cheangtalay, 83110. Opening hours: Everyday, 06:30am – 22:00. This means you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner here if you wanted! Bang Mud Seafood – Thai, specialists in seafood ...
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Phuket: Things to Do
1. Beaches Thailand is well known for images of crystal clear waters and white sand, but where are the best beaches to be found? Freedom beach is one of the Ii’s most recommended beaches for two reasons: It does not get as busy as ...
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Phuket: Travel Planner
Phuket has it all and makes it a perfect holiday destination whether you are honeymooning, travelling as a family or on your own. Stunning scenery will make you believe that you are getting a glimpse of heaven – crystal clear water, white sandy beaches ...
The Cotswolds
Afternoon Tea at Hathaway Tea Rooms
A visit to the Cotswolds, even for just a day, calls for a stop at one of the numerous classic and classy tea rooms for Afternoon tea. Afternoon tea is said to have been introduced in 1840. Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, found the ...
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Staycation in The Cotswolds
Although I live in the UK, I spend more time holidaying outside of it. One of the reasons is probably the notion that because I live here, I can explore any time (which never happens!). Another is because holidaying in the UK can be ...
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The Cotswolds: Halal restaurants
You will be pleased to know that amongst the classic English villages and countryside there are also plenty of halal restaurants in The Cotswolds, if you know where to look. The best place to look is in the big towns, such as Cheltenham and ...
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The Cotswolds: 7 activities to enjoy during your stay
Arranging a trip to The Cotswolds can seem overwhelming once you read just how many things there are to do. We have chosen 7 of our personal recommendations of things to see and do, to save you the time. The only thing we can’t do ...
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🎙️ What you didn’t know about Istanbul
What you didn’t know about Istanbul Podcast Episode #4 What does an architect, a mosque and a shisha pipe have in common? Okay, let me rephrase the question. What would you do if you saw a man smoking shisha inside the mosque? ...
Cappadocia
“Up, Up, and Away!” Flying in a hot air balloon over Cappadocia, Turkey
Ah, to take to the skies in a hot air balloon. Or to be more precise, to fly 3000 feet over rocky terrain in what is essentially a wicker basket with no lid. Not being afraid of heights, I was eager to cross this ...
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Istanbul: The time I travelled from Europe to Asia for a kebab
After a gruelling 8 hours of travel (over land, air, sea and more land), me and my travel buddy SH arrived in the bustling centre of Sultanahmet, Istanbul. It was loud, it was busy and every local we asked for directions sent us in ...
Cappadocia
Halal Restaurants: Cappadocia
There are plenty of restaurants that serve halal meat in Cappadocia, although most restaurants also serve alcohol. Depending on where you choose to stay or what your itinerary looks like, start off by checking these restaurants out. You are likely to find more alcohol-free ...#OwnYourNarrative
Your 6-Day Itinerary to Exploring Islamic Heritage in Bosnia
You may realise as well that Bosnia is not as often listed as a bucket-list destination. However, Bosnia is a true gem home to fantastic mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and it is great value for money for a European destination. Moreover, Bosnia offers so ...#OwnYourNarrative
7 Reasons why every Muslim should visit Bosnia
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Bosnia’? It’s not as often listed as a tourist hotspot or bucket-list destination. Bosnia is a true hidden gem with its beautiful mountain scenery, warm hospitality, and excellent value for money. For Muslim travellers, ...
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5 facts you didn’t know about Stari Most
You’ve seen the photos, and if you’re lucky, maybe you’ve visited the iconic Stari Most in Mostar. If visiting Mostar hasn’t made your bucket list yet, find out why it should, starting with this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stari Most. Widely considered one ...
Bosnia
Bosnia: Travel Planner
Many of you have been in touch to find out more about how you too can visit this beautiful country, so I have shared my top tips below. 1.Getting there There are no direct flights from the UK to Bosnia. You can fly to ...
London
7 scenic day trips from London
Need some inspiration for scenic day trips from London? Here are 7 beautiful outdoor green spaces that make the ideal day trip from the city. Each of these countryside locations is only a stones’ throw from London and easily accessible by car. Editor’s ...
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Is London the best place to be Muslim and hungry? 10 reasons why London is the best city for halal food
The halal food scene in London is the best it has ever been, and it just keeps getting better. Here’s why London is the halal food capital of the world. 1.It’s gourmet burger heaven Gone are the days when the only halal burgers you ...
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Lavender fields near London
I have had some serious wanderlust for visiting Provence in the south of France since I came across a Google image of the region’s famous beautiful purple lavender fields. What I didn’t know until recently is that I can experience the same thing without ...
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