Where to Travel in 2021

A look back at 2021, a year of cautious and regional travel — Muslim travellers leaned on nearby and open destinations while waiting for the world to fully reopen.

Browse the articles below for itineraries, dining guides, and practical tips drawn from the year’s top picks, complete with halal dining and prayer facility notes.

✦ DESTINATIONS

Top Destinations to Explore in 2021

Alexandria

Alexandria

Alexandria is the largest city of Egypt after Cairo. The city was among the most cosmopolitan areas in the past and shades of it can be seen till today. There are very few cities that have a rich history and Alexandria is just the place that has experienced several historic events. Alexandria served...

Jaipur

Jaipur

Jaipur is one of the most beautiful cities in India. Known for its historic and beautifully architecture buildings; Jaipur attracts several visitors every year. The city is also famed for arts, handicrafts, etc. There are a few historic forts in Jaipur that make excellent places to visit. These fort...

Muscat

Muscat

Muscat – the vibrant capital of the Sultanate of Oman – is considered to be one of the best travel destinations in the world for Muslim travellers. With facilities for Muslim travellers such as mosques and Halal restaurants being readily available throughout the city, travel planning wil...

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

One of the most metropolitan and multi-cultural regions of China, Hong Kong is a unique destination that offers people with lots of wonderful things to see and do. At times Hong Kong is also referred to as Asia’s World City. The city is quite vibrant and is a beautiful place to spend a holiday...

Seoul

Seoul

Seoul, the largest metropolis and the Capital of the Republic of Korea (or South Korea), is one of the leading global cities of the modern world. Seoul is a city that has the best of both worlds with its rich historical background as well as its transformation into the modern world. South Korea is s...

Marrakech

Marrakech

The most enchantingcities in Morocco, Marrakech is an ancient city that has been attracting visitors and traders ever since it was established. The city finds a picturesque location at the base of the snow-covered Atlas Mountains and is just a few hours away from the Saharan Desert. The location of ...

Cape Town

Cape Town

Cape Town, located on the shore of Table Bay is the provincial capital and the primate city of Western Cape and is the second most populous city in South Africa. The city is considered to be a global city and is one of the most popular international tourist destinations not only in South Africa but ...

Maldives

Maldives

Boasting of beautiful white beaches and unbelievable sceneries, Maldives is a great place to enjoy a halal vacation. Maldives in the Indian Ocean comprises of an archipelago of 1192 islands out of which 200 islands are inhabited and 80 islands have resorts. For Muslim visitors’ halal holidays ...

Bari (Puglia Region)

Bari (Puglia Region)

Not a city but a region! The beautiful Puglia region, also known as Apulia, is one of Italy’s best-kept secrets. Boasting whitewashed towns and beautiful countryside, the region is steeped in history. Visit the Piazza del Duomo in Florence or Alberobello a UNESCO World Heritage site. Definitel...

Samarkand

Samarkand

This city in Central Asia will take your breath away with its gorgeous Islamic architecture fitted with stunningly colorful mosaics. One of the most historic ancient cities, Samarkand, Uzbekistan once lay at the epicenter of the Great Silk Road from over 2 centuries ago, and is now a UNESCO World He...

Newfoundland & Labrador

Newfoundland & Labrador

An island on the East Coast of Canada, Newfoundland’s shores melt into the Atlantic Ocean, boasting gorgeously refreshing sights for every visitor to enjoy. Tick multiple things off your bucket list, from whale watching and iceberg viewing to marvel at the northern lights (aurora borealis) in ...

✦ ARTICLES

Top Travel Destinations & Ideas

Top 10 Muslim Friendly Destinations To Travel In 2022
24 Dec 2020

Top 10 Muslim Friendly Destinations To Travel In 2022

Your guide to having a fun-filled travel trip in 2022. The Coronavirus outbreak has robbed us of many great things about life, travel being ...

10 Mosques to Add to Your Bucket List in 2022
29 Dec 2020

10 Mosques to Add to Your Bucket List in 2022

We, at Halaltrip, are focused on making your travel as easy as possible. 2021 was a difficult year for everyone – and robbed us of a lot of o...

11 Budget-Friendly Holiday Destinations for the Thrifty Adventurer in 2021
30 Dec 2020

11 Budget-Friendly Holiday Destinations for the Thrifty Adventurer in 2021

2021 is coming and we've been looking forward to it! How we miss breathing some fresh air and feeling the heat of the sun on our skin. Most of all,...

Pump Your Adrenaline with the Top 10 World’s Hiking Trails in 2021
30 Dec 2020

Pump Your Adrenaline with the Top 10 World’s Hiking Trails in 2021

Pandemic has caged us in the home for months in 2020. Many governments urged their people to not risk their life by traveling anywhere to flatten t...

Top 10 Picturesque Holiday Destinations for 2021
04 Jan 2021

Top 10 Picturesque Holiday Destinations for 2021

My heart is warm with the friends I make, And better friends I’ll not be knowing, Yet there isn’t a train I wouldn’t take, No ...

10 Must-Go Places To Rediscover Your Inner Spark in 2022
04 Jan 2021

10 Must-Go Places To Rediscover Your Inner Spark in 2022

Traveling is a transcendental activity that enriches the soul and brings us close to heaven. Our Prophet (SAW) encouraged travel because he underst...

Top 10 underrated travel destinations to explore in 2022
04 Jan 2021

Top 10 underrated travel destinations to explore in 2022

What better destinations to explore and rave about to a group of friends at your next dinner party than your previous travels that were off the bea...

Top 10 Cycling Vacation Routes to Try in 2021
05 Jan 2021

Top 10 Cycling Vacation Routes to Try in 2021

If you are looking to embark on a new adventure in 2021, how about planning a cycling vacation? What other best ways to explore a city than on two ...

HalalTrip's Top Destination Picks 2021
13 Jan 2021

HalalTrip's Top Destination Picks 2021

2020 was not a great time for traveling, mostly it was staying home for most of the year. For 2021, we at HalalTrip decided to dream big for the an...

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