FAQs

What is halal travel & tourism?

Halal travel (halal tourism, Muslim-friendly travel) is a way in which Muslims travel without compromising their faith-based needs.

Muslim-friendly holidays allows Muslims to enjoy their travel experience whilst also practicing their religion.

Examples of halal travel are staying at a hotel that caters for Muslims through being alcohol-free, having options for halal food, offering women-only pool access, and so much more.

Is halal travel only for Muslims?

Halal travel is not only for Muslims, as it can be enjoyed by any traveller looking to experience and immerse themselves in Islamic traditions.

Is halal travel only limited to Muslim countries?

Halal travel is not limited to only Muslim countries as many non-Muslim countries offer halal-friendly experiences.

For example, Tawain (a mainly Buddist & Taoist country) is one of the most Muslim-friendly travel destinations.

What is Rooh Travel?

Rooh Travel is a halal travel company that offers personalised Muslim-friendly travel experiences.

We design soul-enriching trips through our bespoke itineraries.

How does Rooh Travel work?

1. Choose the plan right for you and complete our travel form.

2. Once received and reviewed, your personal Halal Travel Designer will get in touch to begin planning your travel itinerary.

3. On completion, you Halal Travel Designer will send you your travel itinerary to review, which you will be able to request changes to.

4. Once your itinerary is finalised, it will be sent directly to your inbox and you can embark on your trip without a worry.

How long does it take to plan a trip?

Because each of our itineraries are designed from scratch, please leave up to 6 to 9 days to complete planning your trip. To begin with, we’ll get in touch over a call to get to know you (and your travel partners) better.

During this phase, we’ll ask you about your interests and travel preferences (are you more of a lay at the beach type or jungle trekker?).

Using this information, we’ll design your personalised trip and share with you. You have the option to refine it as much as you like.

Is each itinerary really personalised?

Yes! Each itinerary is one-of-a-kind. We consider your personal tastes and preferences, who you’re traveling with, what your budget is, what you’re interested in doing and seeing, dietary restrictions, your ideal pace of travel, and so much more to build the perfect trip for you.

Can I provide my own travel plan suggestions?

For sure :). We encourage you to let your concierge know of any existing plans, must-see sights you have in mind, or visits to friends’ houses for dinner. Once you receive your itinerary, you’re welcome to request edits and updates.

I have existing plans, can my Halal Travel Designer work these into my itinerary?

They definitely can! Simply inform your Halal Travel Designer in the enquiry process via email and they’ll be sure to accommodate your plans.

Do you book my flights?

Although we do not book flights, your Halal Travel Designer will be with you every step of your trip planning process and recommend the best flight deals for your trip.

Do you book my hotels & accommodation?

Of course! We recommend the most suitable and Muslim-friendly accommodation for your trip.

On top of that, our partnerships with hotels means that we have access to the lowest rates, as well free perks such as upgrades & free transfers.

Does up to 50% off Maldives resorts sound good?

Do you plan activities, day trips, restaurant reservations, etc?

Yes, we do! Our trips come complete with activities, daily excursions, dining options, and more.

You will be aware of it all during the itinerary planning stage.

Which destinations do you offer?

We currently offer Turkey, Maldives, Thailand, Indonesia, UAE & Malaysia.

Which hotels do you offer?

We offer a range of hand-picked hotels and resorts in our destinations. View our Maldives halal resorts for inspiration.

Can Rooh only plan part of my trip?

Definitely! Simply let us know which part of your trip you’d like us to plan. You can include this information in the enquiry form. You can confirm the dates with your Halal Travel Designer once they get in touch with you.

What exactly do you include in the itineraries?

Without giving our secret sauce away…let’s just say it totally depends on you. In general, we recommended where to spend your time during your holiday, this may include the top must-see sights, best halal-friendly hotels, where to find the best halal restaurants, and more!

It’s all personalised around your interests & travel preferences.

COVID19 Support

Are your trips flexible?

As always, our mission is to make your travel plans as flexible as possible so you can travel with confidence. All of our trips are flexible, meaning you can either cancel it for a full or partial refund, or postpone it for another date.

Do you offer hotels with safety and health measures?

Yes, we only offer hotels and resorts that have implemented thorough safety and health measures in response to COVID19. For example, we only offer SHA hotels in Thailand, which is a standard for health and hygiene safety for hotels.

Can I postpone my holiday with Rooh?

As most of our trips are flexible, you will have the option to postpone your trip. Contact us on [email protected] if you’d like to do so.

How do I cancel my booking with Rooh?

If your booking has been impacted by COVID19 or if you’d like to enquire about cancelling, then please reach out to our team on [email protected].