Azra Syakirah

Eat Halal in Switzerland.

Amsterdam has always been, and will always be, the go-to destination for a city break. For some reason, this city has a slower pace – with people cycling by, chilling on the terraces and hanging out in hip cafes. The unique architecture gives a special, colonial feeling to the city. Not only that, it is […]

It’s so exciting to travel to a city or country you’ve never been before, and naturally anyone would want to have pictorial memories of their trip to reminisce about in the future. It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional photographer or picked up photography as a hobby, taking nice photos on your travels takes practice. […]

The Muslim traveller approaches the same destination in different ways. For some types, it can be the destination of self-discovery, while for others it’s merely a vacation. Ever wondered what type of traveller you are? We’ve listed down of some of the different types of Muslim travellers. Are you any one of them; a combination […]

Haram Beauty Practices – Our society in this generation is borderline obsessed with the idea of beautifying oneself, but not in a bad way. Some of the reasons some of us do it is as simple as gaining self-confidence and self-love. Those are extremely positive reasons to do them. While a lot of the time […]

Halal Food in Toronto – Believe it or not, Toronto, Canada is home to a large population of Muslims, locals and expats alike. Because of that, this lovely city with unlimited attractions and sceneries has become such a halal foodie heaven. Just a few hours drive from New York, Toronto has a bit of everything […]

Is Alcohol Haram in Islam – Alcohol, to many around the world, is a staple part of life. Some consume it daily, others during special occasions. In Islam, everything about alcohol is deemed haram (forbidden or prohibited). We were raised learning the multiple verses regarding the abstinence of alcohol in the Quran. Rules have been […]

Many travellers have either been to Bali and Lombok, or are planning a trip there – they are the most popular tourist destinations for Muslim and non-Muslim alike. . While these islands are tourist-friendly and especially Muslim-friendly, there are many other  islands in Indonesia that are just as beautiful and have lots to offer. Check […]

As a Muslim millennial, my daily schedules are usually very packed and I have minimal down-time. I find it a struggle to keep up with everything else around me because of this. From spending time with family and friends, to setting aside time to catch up on the news, I would have to squeeze them […]