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BATTUTA BLOG
Our Blog section serves as a forum for travelers from the Muslim community to voice their travel experiences and a structured place for writers to learn and grow.
Assorted Picks
Editors of Battuta read, review, and publish content continually.
In this section, we choose stimulating articles and feature them every two weeks.
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Nazia Choudhrey
Nov 4, 20215 min read
Muslimah Traveling to Turkey: Hidden gems of Istanbul and Bursa
During my one week visit to one of the top Muslim-friendly destinations in Turkey with many exciting new places, new people, the cultural...
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Reem El Shafaki
Oct 29, 20215 min read
How to Plan an Immersive Trip to Indonesia
If you’d like to experience an immersive trip to Indonesia, you’re in luck because Indonesians are among the friendliest people you can...
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Yusraa & Adam
Oct 26, 20215 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Oahu, Hawaii
We all have our happy place, and Adam and my happy place involve the sand under our feet, the salty ocean washing over and the bright...
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Ouakhilatou Torou
Oct 23, 20212 min read
4 Reasons Why You Should Visit Benin as a Muslim Traveler
Benin, officially the Republic of Benin, is a country in West Africa neighboring Nigeria, Togo, Niger, and Burkina Faso. It is one of the...
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The World On Board
Oct 20, 20214 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Phuket, Thailand
Thailand is the ultimate destination for travelers to enjoy the beautiful creations of The Almighty. As an exciting place with exotic...
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Travelling With Butterflies
Oct 20, 20216 min read
Treasures of Turkey: Pamukkale
Turkey, with its vast unspoiled lands and abundance of history, draws me to it like a magnet each time I plan to travel. Aside from all...
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HalalTravels.com
Oct 17, 20212 min read
Top 5 European Destinations During December Break
Winter break is a great time for a quick getaway for Muslim families and solo travelers, and since there are no queues, you can fit more...
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Vefa Yabanigul
Oct 14, 20214 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Seoul
With mouth-watering food, peaceful environment, mysterious temples, and k-drama series Seoul is becoming one of the favorite cities to...
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Fathima Ashfa
Oct 11, 20213 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Qatar
Whether you are visiting Qatar solo or with family, this Muslim- friendly country is perfect for anyone. From easy access to halal food...
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Rehnumah Insan
Oct 8, 20216 min read
Spain, a new summer destination for travel hungry Muslims
Almost any article, any conversation, and any post and very rightly so – there are so many interesting things that travelers can explore...
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Sophie Ibbotson
Oct 5, 20214 min read
Top 10 Muslim Sites in Uzbekistan
Top 10 Muslim Sites in Uzbekistan Uzbekistan is the heart of the Silk Road. For thousands of years, this Central Asian country has been a...
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ALIYA
Oct 2, 20216 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Budapest
Fresh out of 3rd year of university and about to graduate, I wanted to fill my last ever summer holiday by traveling to as many...
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MARIAM HAVAZ
Sep 29, 20214 min read
Muslim Traveler's Ultimate Guide to Singapore
Singapore, the smallest country of South East Asia is great to explore for a day or three if you are visiting another country nearby like...
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Nadine Khaled
Sep 4, 20213 min read
Muslim Traveler Guide to Morocco
If you’re wondering if Morocco is safe for a solo hijabi traveler or not, Morocco is safer than you probably think. Moroccan food is...
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Hamide Yuksel
Sep 1, 20214 min read
Istanbul Top Muslim Friendly Destination
Istanbul is a Muslim-friendly destination with mosques to pray and halal food options. Istanbul is a city that increases in popularity...
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Mohamad Kassem
Aug 29, 20213 min read
Muslim Traveler's Guide to Dallas, TX
This destination does not include pristine beaches or breath-taking mountain views. Neither is it a place where you will be secluded in a...
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