By Ready for the holiday season?
With exams coming to an end, traveling is surely an option for those of us who want to have a fun break!
But if you’re a Muslim revert, for example, chances are you still don’t know how you can prepare for traveling.
No worries! We asked Muslim women how they prepare for traveling, and the answers will help you!
Scroll down to Team #6 if you want to miss all the fun and go to the actual advice. 😉
Team #1 – “Say No More!”
— @nawaljamaaa
Honestly, sis, that’s really thoughtful of you. I mean, our parents and/or significant others should never be our ATMs 24/7! They need to celebrate the holiday season, too!
— @____Maroua____
You know, that’s a wise move — until you get a sign not to travel. Sis, Tara’s been waiting on my Istikhara, and now her reaction is going to be tragic!
— @wisssouu95
Wait, I’m being serious now! Do we have halal and haram sushi? I thought seafood was always halal. OMG! What if my life turned out to be a lie!
To those who need the translation, Google Translate will help. Language is no longer a barrier. Period.
Team #2 – “Calling On Aunties!”
— @zennyakhtar
(To the auntie in the masjid) “That’s what she said.”
— @r.ruru16
Saudi Arabia allowed women to live and travel without a guardian. This is your sign, sis! You don’t need a mahram! Travel and have fun!
— @aishwildin
Honestly, I can’t help but think about all the aunties out there who are rubbing their hands right now while reading your statement!
Team #3 – “Let’s Not Involve Aunties in This”
— @Chaisalterego
I know this is unethical to say, but honestly, you know the trip is going to be the best when you have to lie to the parents!
I just wanna travel with my husband, so I feel safe and I can be clingy like a glue with him 🤣🥰
— @hasniraudini
Beware of envious aunties! The evil eye is everywhere! Allah bless you and your husband insha’Allah!
— @la__tifa123
Sis, you’re doing it right. Believe me, this is exactly what we need to do at this point to stop this #AuntieIssue.
Team #4 – “Life Is Hard, Sis”
— @layandoesthings
Being overly nice is an extreme sport, sis! Rooting for you!
— @naijagirl_01
Sis, this has been my life for so long that I forgot what fun feels like! And this is definitely not the adulthood that I signed up for as a kid!
— @_carneliannkisses_
TSA sucks. But one day we’ll draw a UNO reverse card on them, I’m optimistic!
I simply don’t. I’m too lazy, plus I got exams coming so it’s a no from me
— @nafizahossainsneha
Procrastinating traveling? Life couldn’t be more disappointing!
Hijabs, hijabs, spare scarfs and outfits…the amount of hijabs that’ve gotten damaged 😩
— @_afya.karim_
Damaged? No hijab gets damaged, sis! (Hides all of the damaged hijabs that end up being repurposed)
Get my self-defense tools ready, the tool depends on the country and if it’s legal or not
— @the_daily_bakery_1
This is truly interesting — until you’re a woman wearing a hijab on your head and looking like an Arab. Now this doesn’t sound legit, even if it is.
— @e.ak_7
Does that have anything to do with not having a spouse? If you need help from an auntie, I can add you to Team #2!
Team #5 – “Oh C’mon…”
— @noura.senno
So do you relate to the “one bag and go” type of woman, or do you relate to the “pack my wardrobe and go?”
We’re not here for the generics, sis. We want details — juicy details!
— @aliyah Sarkar
No, I don’t prepare like any other person. I don’t even prepare in the first place, sis!
Team #6 – “I Understood the Assignment”
— @ayeshaa.khann
Good for you because that’s exactly what I forget. Every. Single. Time.
But the upside is, you get the privilege of showing up with a new swimsuit every single time!
— @whicyoshi
You understood the assignment, sis! *Hijab flip* Packing prayers, mama!
Plenty of hijab caps and hijabs, and I put them alongside outfits to make sure they match
— @yasmin_alnajar
You’re packing the whole entire wardrobe for just 7 days, sis. It’s just 7 days.
— @yasmin_alnajar
Why take halal snacks when you can seize this as your chance to start a healthy diet without our halal guilty pleasure?
Plan my journey. Find the nearest masjid and halal shops. Muslim travel pages help a lot. Do research where I want to go and network with other Muslim women who have been there
— @yasmin_alnajar
This is insightful! Thank you for sharing this with us and your Muslim sisters!
— @rachelle_hachem
Yes! Forget that swimsuit, sis — but not the prayer mat!
— @rferyals
As a single person, I can’t imagine the struggle. But I’m really rooting for you!
LOTS of undercaps in case I can’t wash them so I don’t end up rewearing sweat/oil, no breakouts. Climate!!! Only packing light fabrics so I can still layer in hot places
— @lowkey_neemah
That’s smart! But does that overstuffed suitcase over there have a say in this?
Don’t wear anything that’ll give them an excuse to pull you over. Chunky boots, things with pockets, etc.
— @butch_ricardo
Yes! Thank you for sharing this so that your sisters can keep it in mind.
Definitely check out halal restaurants nearby or something lmao and like learn how to say “is this halal?” in their language
— @hanna0.0sophia
That’s so much effort when the word halal would still be “halal” in any other language because it’s an Islamic concept.
Mentally hype myself up, and stay in visible/populated areas, I don’t go to secluded places
— @a.ola.c
Safety comes first, sis! I totally agree.
Have a fully loaded powerbank, back-up credit cards, hotel in a central safe place and have fun!
— @soul.een
Sis, you understood that assignment! Period!
Wear a single layer top so they can clearly see Taliban is in fact NOT under my cardigan
— @danyasalem19
The world treats us as though we come to their countries with our swimsuits to invade or something when all we think about is the food and the beach. Sad.
— @_rana.mohamed_____
That’s what my mom said. I wish I could relate but I don’t.
— @fatima_patelx
Portable shatafas can really work as well.
— @maimunahusain
“I want. The. Whole. Wardrobe!”
The Bottom Line
Preparing for traveling can differ from one person to another, depending on their priorities.
So make sure you keep a list of your priorities and the activities you would like to do when you travel so that you won’t forget to pack any of your essentials.