iA planning on doing umrah this March. Any recommendations on packages, or booking hotels yourself? I have enough points for flight and hotel. Is it worth going with a group or buying it yourself?

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I did it myself couple years back. Booked airfare and hotels with points and miles and just went through an agency for Visa processing (which can be done online now) and for transportation. Driver picked me up and drove me from Jeddah airport to Makkah hotel, Makkah to Medina, and Medina hotel to Medina airport. It was pretty easy and definitely an unforgettable experience as that was the first time I did Umrah, Alhamdulillah.

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Definitely go with a group

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I always go alone Alhamdulilah and it’s a lot of fun. Group dynamics are not my thing when I want to spend one on one time with Allah swt. No distractions.

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ICNYU has umrah package in March too

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If this is your first time, go with a group to ease your mind from logistics and the unknown. Dar Es Salam is on the pricier side, but they take care of you.

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They really take care of you. I went with them for hajj, didn’t have to worry about any logistics and could focus 💯 on the pilgrimage. A little excessive on the food, but honestly worth every cent.

If it's your first time and you are going by yourself, recommend going with a group.

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Any sort of tips or recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks in advance

Same please help

Thanks everyone

Qalam Umrah is coming up, definitely check it out!

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