How to Perform The Umrah?
Umrah is also known as the ‘minor Hajj’. It is a Sunnah and can be performed anytime during the year except for the five days of Hajj, i.e. from 9th Zul Hijjah to 13th Zul Hijjah. In these five days, it is makrooh tahreemi to perform Umrah. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS “The reward of deeds depends on the intentions”. (Bukhaari) The intention must be to please […]
Do’s and Don’ts Of Umrah
Umrah is truly spiritual and for a lot of people, a once-in-a-lifetimejourneytherefore it is extremely important to be fully aware of what is permitted and what is prohibited duringyour Umrah to extract optimal enlightenment from it. We at Salah Travels have created a simple list of guidelines for all Muslim brothers and sisters which can […]
What Is Miquaat?
Miquaat (Arabic: ميقات) is the boundary in Saudi Arabia beyond which it is necessary for all Muslim pilgrims to be in Ihram garment or they are not permitted to pass. If anyone crosses the boundary without being in state of Ihram then the animal sacrifice is mandatory as Dumm to expiate. In total, five Miquaatsare […]
How To Perform Hajj
Introduction More than 2.5 million Muslims of all races, cultures and social classes travel to Makkah every year in Zil-Hajj for the pilgrimage of a lifetime and present themselves as equals in front of Allah (SWT) and complete the rituals of Hajj. Hajj is one of the five founding pillars in Islam – these include: […]
The Story Of Safa And Marwah
Running between Safa and Marwa is a key ritual in Umrah as well as Hajj pilgrimages. This shows the significance of these hills in Islam. All pilgrims are required to run between the two hills seven times following the same ritual completed by Prophet Mohammad PBUH and his companions during the farewell Hajj. An Act […]
7 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Umrah Package
It is important to choose an ideal Umrah package that will enable participants to have an easy and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage to Mecca. The right package can have a significant effect on someone’s experience whether they are new or old in this journey. From budget considerations and package inclusions to choosing reputable travel agencies and […]
5 Star Umrah Package in USA – Ultimate Guide
Embarking on the holy journey of Umrah from the USA is significant both spiritually and physically for Muslims. To combine spirituality with luxury, 5-star Umrah packages have become popular among pilgrims over the years. They provide high-end, worry-free trips to Makkah and Madinah which are not only meaningful but also comfortable. In this guide, we […]
Budget-Friendly 3-Star Umrah Package in the USA: How to Travel Affordably
For the Muslims all over the world, it is a spiritual aspiration to perform Umrah. While the pilgrimage itself is greatly rewarding, planning an Umrah trip from USA can seem quite expensive. Luckily enough, 3-star Umrah packages are a perfect solution for pilgrims who want to keep both costs and comfort in check as they […]
