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The island of Sicily is replete with reminders of Islamic presence. From street names influenced by the Arabic language to architectural wonders that were once used as mosques, traces of Islamic History can be found by those who explore thoughtfully. Lasting over two centuries, the island of Sicily was a Muslim stronghold between the ninth […]
Beyond the skyscrapers and glamour of modern Singapore lies an area that dates back to the country’s colonial era. Kampong Gelam is one of Singapore’s oldest districts and was once dedicated to the Bugis, Arab and Malay communities. Back then it was known as the Muslim quarter as it was also home to the Sultan […]
After two turbulent years, many of us can once again hit the road and venture off on a long-awaited trip. The pandemic has taught us a lot and has, in many ways, transformed our perception of travel. Travellers from around the world embark on journeys with a different kind of intention now; to reconnect with […]
With Islam being one of the world’s youngest and fastest-growing religions, halal tourism, which was once a vague term, has now become a prevailing market. In 2013, it’s estimated that a whopping 108 million Muslim travellers hit the road! However, this increased rapidly to 160 million in 2019. Observing this trend very rigorously, many non-Muslim […]
Sounds too good to be true right? Well, it’s true as Spain is now offering its many residents and visitors free train tickets to explore the country! Between the 1st of September and the 31st of December, train rides are free for anyone that purchases a multi-journey train ticket. With the recent rise in fuel […]
Visiting the capital of England doesn’t have to be expensive. London is equipped for all types of travellers from luxury-seekers to budget travellers and history buffs to intrepid travellers. Whilst visitors do end up visiting many sites that have entry fees, there’s a lot to experience for no cost at all! With so much to […]
