Safar to Marwa: Umrah Journey Podcast

This episode captures our DIY Umrah experience: Awal Madinah that we undertook while in the middle of our IVF treatment and just before our embryo transfer. It was a journey that went beyond flights and hotels,it became a spiritual anchor, giving us strength, hope, and faith during a very important chapter in our lives.We share how we planned the trip, what to expect as a DIY pilgrim, and the blessings of experiencing Ramadhan in Madinah and Makkah. More than just travel tips, this episode is about how faith, resilience, and surrender carried us through both our Umrah and IVF journey

In this episode, we open up about our TTC (Trying to Conceive) journey—the emotional struggles, how we discovered fertility treatments like IUI and IVF, and the support we received from our local hospital. This experience deeply impacted us and eventually led me to return for Umrah, knowing it was the best place to seek forgiveness, reconnect spiritually, and make heartfelt du’as for a child. Join us as we share our story with honesty, hope, and faith.

In this episode, we hear from Sulaiman Rashid, who went for Umrah in 2013 in search of peace… and got a little more adventure than he bargained for. Traveling with a group of complete strangers, things took a turn the moment he landed in Jeddah—his luggage was nowhere to be found. Ten days in the holy cities with just the clothes on his back… what could possibly go wrong (or right)? From unexpected trials to moments of deep reflection, Sulaiman’s story is raw, real, and surprisingly uplifting. Grab your tea you’ll want to sit down for this one.

In this gripping continuation, our anonymous pilgrim couple shares the untold challenges they faced during their Haji Furada journey. Arriving with high hopes but without the correct visa, their ordeal stretched over 13 uncertain days and more, testing their patience and resilience. Through candid reflections, they reveal: The chaos and anxiety of dealing with the correct visa issues in a foreign land. Constant changes to plans, accommodations, and meal arrangements. How these challenges intensified their emotional and spiritual experience. Will they get through til the Day of Arafah arrives? Stay tune to find out!

In this exciting episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Ustaz Aiman Khalid, the visionary founder of AK Tours and Travel. Ustaz Aiman shares his inspiring journey and recounts a heartwarming story about a doa at Multazam that was accepted immediately. Join us for a delightful conversation filled with faith, hope, and the incredible power of prayer. ________________________________________ Have interesting stories to share with us? Email us at safar2marwa@gmail.com Follow and subsrcibe us in Instagram, Shopee, Tiktok and Spotify!

Join us on the latest episode of the "Safar to Marwa" podcast as we welcome special guests Brother Kilfi, a Muslim revert, and his wife, Sis Zilah. Discover the heartwarming story of how Sister Zilah's prayers were answered when her husband agreed to embark on their first Umrah journey together, despite initial reluctance. Listen as they share their transformative experience of preparing for Umrah, sailing through the journey of rediscovering prayer. Remarkable story on how this spiritual pilgrimage not only brought them closer to their faith but also changed the course of their lives forever. Tune in to this inspiring episode hosted by Daud bin Hasan and Shima Kamal, where we share stories of Umrah and hajj experience for first timers and repeated visitors. FB,IG, TIKTOK : Scent of Heaven

The episode highlights how Qurban, or the sacrificial act of slaughtering livestock, is not merely a ritual but a profound expression of faith, compassion, and charity. Islam teaches that the act of Qurban should be carried out with the utmost care and respect for the animals involved. The principles of Ihsan (excellence in worship and conduct) and compassion are central to this practice. Muslims are encouraged to treat the animals with kindness, ensuring they are well-fed, comfortable, and slaughtered swiftly and humanely to minimize suffering. "The Prophet sacrificed two horned, Amlah rams, slaughtering them with his own hand, pronouncing the name of Allah, and saying: 'Allahu Akbar, and placing his foot on their sides."

Join us as Haqimah recounts her heartfelt experience during her first Umrah journey with her family, particularly how Medina left an indelible mark on her soul. She shares the profound significance of this spiritual trip and offers insights on what to consider when selecting a Travel Agency. safar2marwa@gmail.com write and share with us your wonderful experience or to join us for a podcast session. Website: www.safartomarwa.com IG: Safar to Marwa

Safar to Marwa podcast hosts Ustaz Shahib Amin to explore preparing for Umrah with young children, covering logistics, hotel and flight bookings, emotional readiness, safety measures, and the crucial role of patience in this rewarding family journey. www.safartomarwa.com safar2marwa@gmail.com for any stories and experience you would like to share with us!

In this podcast episode, we are accompanied by the Founder of Sistiqomah Group Network and the recently appointed Director of Salam Travel, Puan Hanney Esa. We delve into how her Umrah experience transformed her life and how she wholeheartedly placed her trust in Allah when deciding to embark on an Umrah trip post-COVID.

It's a remarkable spiritual journey as we follow the incredible story of Sis Rabiatul Adawiyah and Ustazah Raja Noor Hidayah, two Girl Friends who embarked on a DIY Umrah adventure with less than two months of planning. Eventho, Ustazah Hidayah is an experience Mutawwifah, this is the exciting journey she partake as DIY. In this episode, we will go into the details of their journey, from booking flights to navigating through transit in Dubai, and finally arriving in the sacred city of Madinah. Discover the challenges and triumphs of their DIY Umrah experience, as they share invaluable insights, preparation tips, and heartwarming experience that will inspire anyone considering a similar journey of faith.

In this episode, we discussed about the stories we heard about Umrah that could be true or it could just be myths that made sinners like us fears going to Haram for Hajj/Umrah. We pray for safe and blessed Umrah journey for all of you out there. Let's set out with a clean intention and may Allah grant us Istiqamah for our Ibadah.

In this episode, we are back with small talks about Umrah. For some who did not know, Singapore jemaah is always remembered as "Singhafurah? President Halimah bagus!"This was because in 2019, Mdm Halimah, Singapore first women President at that time received the highest honour that any Muslim could dream of by entering the Kaabah. MasyaAllah Tabarakallah!