Journal

Notes, explainers and seasonal updates for pilgrims.

2026-10Ihram on the plane: a calm routine for flights to JeddahFlying from Asia, Africa or Europe straight to Jeddah? Here is a simple routine so the miqat never catches you out.1 min read
2026-10Why we rank Makkah hotels by walking time, not distance"300 metres from the Haram" can mean a 4-minute stroll or a 12-minute climb. Here is how our hotel finder measures it.1 min read
2026-10Choosing your dates for 2027: crowds, heat and the Hijri calendarRamadan moves about 11 days earlier every year. Here's what that means for crowds and weather if you're planning Umrah in 2027.1 min read