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How do I arrange my sacrifice/Qurbani?
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Pilgrims do not need to worry about the sacrifice or Qurbani as one qurbani per person is included in the package. We can also arrange for an extra sacrifice/Qurbani at extra cost; it will cost approximately £70 per extra Qurbani. You will be given the precise information in Makkah.
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What kind of clothing should I take?
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The
weather is generally quite warm, so take light clothes, however in the
evenings it can get cold, especially in Madinah so it would be a good
idea to take a jumper.
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What happens to our suitcases during the Hajj days?
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Pilgrims
of standard groups, e.g. 1,2,3 and 4 will have full access to hotels as
well as to their rooms. Pilgrims suitcases will be in there rooms. Our
special group suitcases /luggage will be transferred to a safe location
in Makkah and pilgrims can have access to it if needed..
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What interpretation of Islam will be adopted?
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Everything will be done according to the Quran & Sunnah, inshallah.
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Will I be able to contact my wife in Mina?
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Yes, by calling your wife/sister, etc out of the tents. Men are not allowed to enter women’s tent.
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How are the men & women accommodated in Mina?
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Men
and women stay in separate tents in Mina and Arafat. We normally open
up all tents of each section so that we can perform the daily prayers
in congregation. this also enables pilgrims to breathe easier.
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What if I get ill?
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Pilgrims
do not need to worry too much of this side of the journey as they are
eligible for FREE OF CHARGE check up and medicines. The doctors in
Makkah and Medinah hospitals speak English, Arabic and Urdu and many
more language. Pilgrims are given the same treatment as the local
residents or citizens. Addition to this, most medicines are available
over the counter. Please note that pilgrims are not entitled of free of
charge treatment in private hospitals.
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Where can I exchange my pounds into riyals?
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Within
Makkah and Medinah there are many money exchangers dotted places,
please ask a member of staff for the nearest place to your location.
Please note there are no money exchange places In Mina, Arafat and
Muzdalifah. Please note that some five star hotels can also exchange
money but at a lower rate.
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Should I take travellers cheques?
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We will not advise you to do so because you will not have your passport with you to cash them.
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What is the exchange rate?
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The exchange rate is around 6 riyals to a pound.
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