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Travel

Praying, fasting and eating halal while travelling. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

Do travelers have to do qurbani?

Do travelers have to do qurbani? Hanafis exempt travelers; other schools call it a strong sunnah for all who can afford it. Book online.

Yes, you can eat from a hotel breakfast buffet as a Muslim. Eggs, bread, fruit and dairy are fine; skip pork, unclear meat and tainted dishes.

Riding animals isn't haram in itself, but most tourist elephant rides involve cruelty, so Muslims are better off avoiding them. Ethical alternatives.

Yes, you can stay in an Airbnb where a dog lives. It isn't haram; just keep a clean spot to pray and wash anything the dog licks.

No, sunbathing isn't haram in itself, but you must keep your awrah covered and lower your gaze. Rules for men and women, beaches and skin safety.

No, flying first class isn't automatically wasteful in Islam. It depends on your means, debt and intention. Here's how to tell the difference.

Muslims can enjoy Japanese hot springs, but not shared nude baths. Private onsen (kashikiri), in-room baths and foot baths are halal options.

Yes, meat in Muslim countries is generally halal and you don't need to check every piece. Be careful with tourist hotels and imported meat.

To keep up your worship on holiday, protect the five prayers, shorten and combine when traveling, and fit dhikr into the day. Simple tips here.

Bringing gifts back from a trip isn't a specific sunnah, but it fits the sunnah of giving gifts. See the real return-home travel sunnahs.

Yes, you can go backpacking as a Muslim. Travel is encouraged; plan for prayer, halal food, single-gender dorms and skipping hostel parties.

The sunnah goodbye dua is "Astawdi'ullaha dinaka wa amanataka wa khawatima 'amalik"; for everyday goodbyes, say "As-salamu 'alaykum".