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It was revealed by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities that over 1.2 million overnight tourists visited Jordan in the first quarter of 2023. That’s a big deal, especially because it surpasses the 966,483 tourists that visited in the first quarter of 2019. According to Jordan, 2019 for that reason was considered a ‘golden year’, […]
What comes to mind when I mention South Africa? Safari Parks? The Apartheid? Maybe even Nelson Mandela? Whilst all these are good thoughts and answers, a part of South African history is too often neglected. The historical narrative of Muslims and Islam stretches back as far as the late 17th century when Muslims from the […]
Whilst we’re all familiar with the seven wonders of the world, how many of us know about the seven wonders of nature? From Jeju Island to Table Mountain, the new seven wonders of nature are fast becoming hot spot destinations for many aspiring and intrepid travellers. Let us take a look below at all the […]
Whilst many countries worldwide have dropped their pandemic-related entry rules, the US remained steadfast in keeping things in place. As part of their rules, it was mandatory to show proof of vaccination to enter the country. However, things are now starting to change with international visitors no longer required to be fully vaccinated from May […]
Islamic artefacts and art have become a topic of great interest in recent years and have contributed massively to the legacy of Islam and its people. If you really think about it, it is pretty remarkable that after hundreds of years, art produced in Muslim lands is still on display to this day. There are […]
For a long time now, halal travel has been a huge topic of discussion within the travel industry. With more and more Muslims hitting the road and seeking a meaningful experience, halal travel and tourism is on the rise, with many countries now catering to Muslims. One such country that checks every box for a […]
