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Swissotel Makkah Review | The Travel Tips Guy
This is the Swissotel Makkah. Its located in the clock tower or using the proper name Abraj Al Bait. Watch this video review to find out what I thought of it and if I'd recommend it for your trip there. Note that this is the Swissotel Makkah and not the nearby Swissotel Al Maqam.
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Intercontinental Dar Al Hijra Madinah Review | The Travel Tips Guy
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This is one of two Intercontinental hotels in Medina. Part of the IHG group, they are 5 star hotels. I got the ultimate upgrade with this particular stay. Check out the video to see how I found it. Subscribe for more videos like this in the future. thetraveltipsguy.com​ Follow me on Instagram thetraveltipsguy #intercontinental #​IHG #madina #saudi #hotel ​ #medina ​ #hotelreview #...
Yotel Manchester Deansgate Review | The Travel Tips Guy
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My first time staying at a Yotel. The name sounds like a motel but its far from it! Yotel is part of the Yo group of companies you may have come across and is themed and designed as such. Check out the video to see how I found it. Subscribe for more videos like this in the future. thetraveltipsguy.com​ Follow me on Instagram thetraveltipsguy #Yotel #​Yo #Manchester #England #hotel...
Saudi Haramain Highspeed Railway Review | The Travel Tips Guy
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I took a journey on the Saudi bullet train initially from Jeddah to Medina and then Medina to Makkah. In this video, I go over my experience and the pitfalls of the journey. Hopefully you can avoid the same mistakes! Subscribe for more videos like this in the future. thetraveltipsguy.com​ Follow me on Instagram thetraveltipsguy #haramaintrain #​SaudiArabia #Umrah #saudi #bullettra...
Ibis Styles Budapest Airport Review | The Travel Tips Guy
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Review of the Ibis Styles hotel in Budapest airport, Hungary. Subscribe for more videos like this in the future. thetraveltipsguy.com​ Follow me on Instagram thetraveltipsguy #Budapest #​Ibis #Accor #Hungary #hotel ​ #Wizzair ​ #hotelreview #traveltips​ #Hotel​s #travel
Wizzair UK to Saudi Review | The Travel Tips Guy
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Wizzair fly from UK to Jeddah from several UK airports via several of their European hubs. In this review video, I took a return flight from London Luton (LTN) via Budapest(BUD) to Jeddah(JED). There were things I discovered throughout the journey and at my destination which I wish I knew before. Hopefully this video will help you make an informed decision as to whether flying Wizzair from UK t...
Why I Can No Longer Recommend Curve Card | The Travel Tips Guy
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I recently had trouble with my Curve card. In this video I go over why I no longer recommend it and alternatives you can use instead. Money Saving Expert Travel Cards: www.moneysavingexpert.com/credit-cards/travel-credit-cards/ Follow me on Instagram thetraveltipsguy #TravelCards #traveltips #creditcard #Curve #Chase #starling #ATM #MSE #travelhacks #travel
How To Apply For A Saudi Visa Waiver (EVW) For UK Residents | The Travel Tips Guy
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In this video I explain exactly how you should apply for a Saudi Electronic Visa Waiver. It isn't all smooth sailing as I found out which is why I made this video so you can avoid the mistakes that I encountered. The electronic visa waiver can be used for tourism and umrah and is currently only open to UK residents. Saudi MOFA Visa: visa.mofa.gov.sa Follow me on Instagram thetrave...
How To Guarantee Avios Seats Using This One Rule | The Travel Tips Guy
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In this video I explain how you can use guarantee yourself Avios seats if you follow the 355 day rule. I also explain how you can use this in combination with the British Airways Companion(241) voucher as well as a few caveats to watch out for especially with other airlines like Qatar Airways. Link to Head for Points. A great travel resource. www.headforpoints.com www.headforpoints.com/2022/08/...
Maximising Avios: Hidden Tricks & Sweet Spots | The Travel Tips Guy
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In this video I explain how you can use Avios for flights showing examples of typical routes and some amazing sweet spots available in the Avios programme. Its not an exhaustive list but will hopefully inspire you to creatively think of ways to use your Avios. Watch my previous video on how I earnt 300k in Avios ua-cam.com/video/72wOPpo73RQ/v-deo.html. Link to Flight Connections. Tool to find w...
How I Earnt 300000 Avios in 4 Steps | The Travel Tips Guy
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  • @jenshokz
    @jenshokz 8 годин тому

    How would we do an e waiver for the children? Is there an option to do it as a group? Please advise as I can only find the Evisa video but not for the waiver evisa

  • @ozzieone16
    @ozzieone16 21 годину тому

    Can you get ZamZam with this visa?

  • @TheTravelTipsGuy
    @TheTravelTipsGuy 2 дні тому

    Wizzair now fly direct from London Gatwick to Jeddah so that might be more useful than the flight shown here.

    • @KofelinaPL
      @KofelinaPL 7 годин тому

      theyll be starting in late march. maybe you could do the route one day? regarding security at luton, its been like this for many years now and it will probably stay like this.

  • @parisbaten7125
    @parisbaten7125 2 дні тому

    Thank you for this, you saved me alot, they do not make it easy, 🙏

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 2 дні тому

      Glad it helped!

    • @parisbaten7125
      @parisbaten7125 2 дні тому

      @@TheTravelTipsGuy brother can I ask also, because of my name do you think they will ask me to prove I am a Muslim? I am traveling for umrah. ( also how does one prove they are Muslim)

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 2 дні тому

      @@parisbaten7125 that should not be a problem. They no longer ask you to prove you are a muslim.

  • @pabloescobar6714
    @pabloescobar6714 4 дні тому

    This getting abit of a joke now every1 living in these type of hotels why not live in a normal one and save the hotel money and take a poor person u get more sawab for that

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 3 дні тому

      Unfortunately these hotels are the only option if you want to stay close to the Haram area. There are other options a short walk away. There are even cheaper options that require a shuttle bus for example Ibis Styles Makkah which is about £18 per night.

    • @islamicreminders3090
      @islamicreminders3090 12 годин тому

      ​@TheTravelTipsGuy Could you make another video on budget hotels near the haram. Personally, I would only sleep and shower in the hotel,so it is pointless to pay silly money on a hotel.

  • @razaakram2539
    @razaakram2539 4 дні тому

    This website is crap and won’t work and take on to your nerves . You might save some money after spending the whole day but it would drain all of your capabilities

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 3 дні тому

      Yes I agree. The website is rubbish. They do have a new version but at the time of recording, the electronic visa waiver option was not available on the new version of the website.

  • @anaswahba
    @anaswahba 4 дні тому

    Very informative video. Alhamdulilah I've visited Saudi Arabia twice using WizzAir, and this video reflects my experience almost exactly. Keep an eye out for off-season prices. I once booked STN-OTP-JED-BUD-LTN for £306, only 4 days ahead of travel, with backpack + 10kg carry on(first leg was RyanAir, WizzAir for the rest)

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 4 дні тому

      There’s always deals to be had with wizzair especially if you are flexible. When they first launched these routes to Middle East I saw a one way to Dubai for under £30.

  • @anaswahba
    @anaswahba 4 дні тому

    I have had a very similar experience with Curve. I have never had issues with using my card abroad, as close as Ireland, and as far a Canada. When I landed in Saudi Arabia, I paid for the visa on arrival with my curve card. The airport staff said my card was declined, and without an internet connection at the time(Jeddah airport Wifi sucks), I couldn't check the app. On the third attempt, the card went through. A few days later, I find that the first transaction actually went through, second transaction was charged and refunded, and third one went through. I then turned to Curve to try dispute that transaction for about 3 months now and to no avail. Spent a lot of effort and time contacting them through their in-app customer support and emails. All of this effort to get back £83.06. A lot of the curve features really appeal to me, and I've used my curve card for 99% of my card transactions for 6.5 years, and have spent well over 6 figures in that time between work and personal expenses. All that 'loyalty' for nothing it seems.

  • @beingarsh3140
    @beingarsh3140 4 дні тому

    Asalamualykum brother, have you gone through immigrations at budapest? Please advice i will be travelling same route with wizz

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 4 дні тому

      Yes you need to pass through immigration and exit the airport so that you can then take the next flight as if you’re a new passenger.

  • @md-alamin
    @md-alamin 5 днів тому

    Very good detailed video. Jzk

  • @mrd9908
    @mrd9908 5 днів тому

    Excellent review. Thanks for sharing. I’m collecting Avios but I don’t live near an airport where BA operates. What are your suggestions?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 4 дні тому

      Try Qatar. They fly to most places and you can use your avios with them.

  • @relaxallday581
    @relaxallday581 5 днів тому

    Salam brother I also stayed at Swissotel Makkah personally I think it has the best Kaaba view I was on the 41 st floor I believe however breakfast was really bad

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 5 днів тому

      Sounds like exactly my experience. I think breakfast might be bad in all Saudi hotels. I had bad breakfast in the Intercontinental in Medinah too.

  • @yt-1161
    @yt-1161 6 днів тому

    damn mate, me being Turkish but can't agree more, today 7th September 2024 my flight is from Zurich to Antalya, scheduled at 19:00 but guess what the departure is 21:35 now. do you know whether i can get partial refund if the delay were to exceed 3 hrs ?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 5 днів тому

      If the landing time is more than 3 hours later than the scheduled arrival time, you are entitled to compensation under EU261 regulation. You should be able to submit a claim to them. Only reason they may be able to get out of paying is if the delay was not caused by them e.g. weather, ATC delay, etc.

  • @AA-gc2ut
    @AA-gc2ut 8 днів тому

    Salaam bro, when I’m applying for the EVW, it doesn’t state that it covers Umrah. Please see below: An EVW lets you visit the KSA for up to 6 months for: Tourism Business Study Medical treatment The EVW is for a single entry, so you will need a new one every time you visit the KSA. An EVW cannot be used to: Work and hajj

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 7 днів тому

      Even though it doesn’t state it, you can perform Umrah as that comes under the category of tourism.

  • @Irfan78276
    @Irfan78276 8 днів тому

    It won't let me choose the add countries visited in last 5 years option

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 8 днів тому

      Try a different browser. Otherwise you can take the risk and skip it and see if it issues the visa.

  • @AmirAli-rl9lk
    @AmirAli-rl9lk 9 днів тому

    How long does it take to receive the visa?

  • @TalalAmer-q4r
    @TalalAmer-q4r 9 днів тому

    Salam When i click on the duration of stay it only gives me the option of 180 days. Now ive gotten the evw it sayd valid for 3 months but duration of stay says 180 days. I inputted my arrival and departure dates and it still only gives the option of 180 days in the duration of stay section. Will this be an issue? Jzk

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 8 днів тому

      180 days is the max you can stay. It will default to that when you put your dates in so nothing to worry about.

  • @netcalibur
    @netcalibur 9 днів тому

    Thanks, man. I have just received my Curve card and, after watching your video, I think I won't activate it. I'll stick with Starling.

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 8 днів тому

      Good choice. Starling or Monzo or chase are good alternatives.

  • @Ken-j8c
    @Ken-j8c 10 днів тому

    Salam. This is helpful, to the point. Question : Do you need to get travel insurance with this E-Waiver?- Do they ask/check? planning for ummrah on this visa. Are you able yo enter Rawdah on this visa? / Nusuk

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 8 днів тому

      Travel insurance isn’t required although you may still want to get it just in case you need to use their health facilities. You can book a rawda slot once you have your visa number. Don’t forget to also book an umrah permit on the nusuk app too.

  • @sluna-xw1ni
    @sluna-xw1ni 10 днів тому

    Salam brother, this is one of the hardest visas to apply for because their websites are a mess !! I’m unable to upload any pictures because it keeps saying “photo must have white background and in uniform” ?! They are with white backgrounds and what does the uniform mean ?? Jzk

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 8 днів тому

      I can only think uniform probably means it needs to be a square image or a standard sized image. I had an issue where it complained about the size so I sent it to myself via WhatsApp which reduced the size and that worked.

    • @sluna-xw1ni
      @sluna-xw1ni День тому

      @@TheTravelTipsGuy thank you so much ! I will definitely try this

  • @nadiakhan973
    @nadiakhan973 13 днів тому

    Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh brother, I was looking for reviews on hotels as I am going umrah inshallah with my husband. This would be our first umrah or “holiday” as a married couple. So was looking for something that was nearby and pleasant looking. From uk London. I wanted to know as you mentioned Sofitel is more Morden but also said you have stayed at Dar al Iman. What would you recommend?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 12 днів тому

      For medina try the Sofitel and Hilton. Dar Al Iman is ok but for two people you can find better and closer options.

    • @nadiakhan973
      @nadiakhan973 12 днів тому

      Jazakallah brother. Do you Have any suggestions for Makkah? We was looking at swisstotel in the clock tower, fairmont and Jabal Omar hayyatt regency

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 12 днів тому

      @@nadiakhan973 I stayed at the Swissotel in the clock tower due to it being a good price and location. Any of the hotels in the clock tower are a good location. The Intercontinental also has a prime location, probably better than the clock tower. The Jabal Omar area is set further back and therefore requires a longer(still relatively short) walk to the Haram.

    • @nadiakhan973
      @nadiakhan973 12 днів тому

      @@TheTravelTipsGuyjazakallah brother.

  • @zoesmith1536
    @zoesmith1536 13 днів тому

    Can you pick the date when you want to e visa to start.

  • @jackford762
    @jackford762 15 днів тому

    This is exactly the video I’ve been needing, will be taking my first solo trip abroad to Budapest for 4 nights in November flying with Wizz air, slightly nervous and a tad worried as 90% of reviews online aren’t the best 😂 however you answered a fair few questions that I simply couldn’t find anywhere else at all online. So thank you! 🙏

    • @jackford762
      @jackford762 15 днів тому

      Also just whilst I’m here I have an odd question. At any point in the days weeks months etc of you checking in via the app. Did it ever say your check in was the day after your flight? For some reason my check in times for both flights are showing as 24 hours after the flights have left. So I’m also concerned regarding that 😂

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 13 днів тому

      Glad the video helped. I’ve not noticed any bug as you describe. Best to check 1) app 2) website 3) pdf ticket Check which one is different. It could just be a glitch in whatever is displaying the incorrect check in time.

  • @acmilan1890
    @acmilan1890 15 днів тому

    THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO, SO HELPFUL AND GOT IT IN FEW MINUTES

  • @user-zo4ys9op1t
    @user-zo4ys9op1t 17 днів тому

    Salam brother, hope you are well with this Visa are you able to get any Zam Zam water back or are there restrictions in regards to bringing any back please let me know. Thank you

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 16 днів тому

      No restrictions with the visa. I have heard some airlines applying their own rules on zamzam water and adding additional restrictions. Some saudi airline staff seem to think that you can’t bring it on a tourist visa but that is incorrect.

  • @safdarhussain13
    @safdarhussain13 17 днів тому

    Brother can you tell me where you got changed into your ihram before reaching the miqat point Jzk

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 17 днів тому

      I went to medina first so got changed into Ihram there. If I were to go Makkah first then I would’ve got changed into my Ihram in Budapest.

  • @acea9317
    @acea9317 19 днів тому

    So i completed the application and they didnt email me the ewv paperwork and took payment. I saw this video afterwards and saw what you mentioned was wondering what should i do in this situation?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 17 днів тому

      Firstly try the inquiry for applied requests section on this page visa.mofa.gov.sa/Home/Index. If that doesn't work, try contacting the support line +966920011114 or emailing them customercare@mofa.gov.sa.

  • @stroseblue
    @stroseblue 19 днів тому

    Jazak Allahu khairan for your informative video. It's a lot of hassle having to check in again on the way. I would need a suitcase on my return, too, so might be better going with Saudi. I prefer going Medina first, so would want the train to connect from the airport. Landing at North terminal is a hassle.

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 18 днів тому

      Yes it can make sense to take Saudi or another full service carrier.

  • @EsamIsmail-gg4gv
    @EsamIsmail-gg4gv 19 днів тому

    Can a uk citizen apply for a new e visa waiver while he is in Saudi Arabia a week before the first one expires?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 18 днів тому

      I guess so but not sure if you’d have to leave the country and then re-enter on the new visa.

  • @EsamIsmail-gg4gv
    @EsamIsmail-gg4gv 19 днів тому

    Can the e visa waiver for uk citizens for Saudi Arabia be extended?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 18 днів тому

      It’s a single entry and has a time limit on how long you can stay. An evisa or a visa on arrival has more generous time limits but costs more.

  • @mohsinakram9194
    @mohsinakram9194 19 днів тому

    Salam brother, can uk residents with refugee travel documents holders go for umrah?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 18 днів тому

      You’ll need some kind of passport and permanent stay in uk.

  • @imranbutt7151
    @imranbutt7151 20 днів тому

    Salam..an excellent post. Quick one on Electronic Visa Waiver. On Purpose of visit, it doesn't give Umrah. Do we enter as Tourism?

  • @alizahidsarfraz3207
    @alizahidsarfraz3207 21 день тому

    Is it for BRP holders as well or only for uk passport holders

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 21 день тому

      The website isn't clear as it just says its for British nationals. It doesn't clarify if that's a British passport holder or someone with permanent residence. I would give the electronic visa waiver a try and see what happens.

    • @alizahidsarfraz3207
      @alizahidsarfraz3207 20 днів тому

      @@TheTravelTipsGuy thanks good video

  • @Thewheelchairflyer
    @Thewheelchairflyer 21 день тому

    Hi, I'm a disabled passenger and use a wheelchair. I obviously need to use the airport's Special Assistance Team and also rely on help from the crew of each aircraft. I'm sure you'll understand that my experiences around the world have been "varied" to say the least. Some Special Assistant Teams have been fantastic, whilst others would only wheel me to the aircraft if I gave them a "tip" but when I tried to pay in Euros, they vociferously "encouraged" me to pay specifically😮 in US Dollars! This is of course very wrong, if not illegal, but I now always ensure I carry some US Dollars for "tips" because let's face it, making a complaint about the Special Assistance Team in Columbia could be particularly dangerous. I enjoy travelling and flying in particular, so I have decided that I would like to start reviewing airlines from my position in a wheelchair. However, I have no idea where to start. I used to work for a community radio station, so speaking/ commentating on my flight experience won't be too much of a problem. I've also got the obligatory GoPro cameras and mics, so from a technical perspective I'm all set to go. But, I can only self fund a certain amount of flights each year. So, my question is how can I generate sponsorship or funding in order to start up my UA-cam disabled review channel. I've yet to decide on a name for my channel, but I have a few ideas. I also know my way around a computer, so I can edit videos and still shots etc. I also can design all the necessary logos for both UA-cam and ordinary stationery/business cards etc. I would be very grateful for any help or advice you can give me so I can start up my channel. I should add that I'm very used to flying and have flown all over the world, but that was before a critical illness landed me in a wheelchair and dependent on others in order to fly. I used to work for an oil company on their super tankers, so rather than bring the ship back to the UK for a crew change, we would simply get a phone call in the early days, now by email, to tell us where we were going. The company would always book us on Business Class for any flight over 12 hours and if we were to have a very long haul flight over 15 hours, the company would fly us First Class. So, I've flown every class possible, including some airlines that I 😮 colloquially call Cattle Class, as the service for me as a wheelchair user was terrible. If you think you can help me get my channel off the ground😅 I would be delighted to hear from you. Meanwhile, I just wanted to say I enjoy your videos and I will always keep watching your very interesting channel. Kind regards Steve

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 17 днів тому

      Hi Steve. It’s great that you want to start your own channel and it’s good that you have a very special niche. I would suggest simply documenting your travels to begin with. You’ll soon find that most of your time is taken by editing. Once you’ve got a few videos up, you’ll know what works and what doesn’t. I’ve yet to get any paid for travel but I’m not actively chasing that. Plus I wouldn’t want any airlines having editorial oversight of what I review so it’s best to do self funded trips. If you can get 1000 thousand subscribers then you can start earning revenue from ads. That can help pay for any future flights. Other helpful advice and planning type of videos are also useful and don’t require travelling. Good luck!

  • @HOSSENYUSSUF-bx1jc
    @HOSSENYUSSUF-bx1jc 21 день тому

    I am Nigerian passport holder with uk brp, what type of visa do I need for Umurah.

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 21 день тому

      You can definitely get an e-visa which is about $100. To get the cheaper electronic visa waiver at $41, the website isn't clear as it just says its for British nationals. It doesn't clarify if that's a British passport holder or someone with permanent residence. I would give the electronic visa waiver a try and see what happens.

  • @RaheelHussain-q8j
    @RaheelHussain-q8j 24 дні тому

    JazakhAllah brother, very useful video!

  • @josephhayes535
    @josephhayes535 26 днів тому

    Does this work for Umrah? Has anything changed in the past 4 months?

  • @arsalaanahmed3509
    @arsalaanahmed3509 26 днів тому

    Does this visa require any vaccinations like meningitis vaccine?

  • @arsalaanahmed3509
    @arsalaanahmed3509 26 днів тому

    Salaam does this visa require any vaccinations? Meningitis etc

  • @anjumsiddiqui7318
    @anjumsiddiqui7318 28 днів тому

    Asak i'm trying to apply for EVW, when trying to upload image its not accepting even though the image is 1.00 MB

  • @user-zo4ys9op1t
    @user-zo4ys9op1t 28 днів тому

    Salaam brother I wanted to ask in that small bag you had what did you manage to pack as I want to travel with with air for umrah but am worried only my ihram will fit thank you

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 27 днів тому

      I managed to get in my Ihram and all my clothes. 7 days of underwear, couple of t shirts and trousers. You can always buy your ihram over there if you go medina first before Makkah. You can always buy clothes at Makkah and medina. On the way back I donated my ihram locally and got the rest of my clothes back with me.

  • @mohammedpatel487
    @mohammedpatel487 28 днів тому

    The question on the visa application- Have you travel to other countries in the last 5 years. If I say yes . On the pop up screen What date should I enter in to date field and what date in the from history (one date should be entry and other left country)

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 27 днів тому

      Yes the dates would be whatever date you entered a visited country and what date you left. I struggled to recall where I’d been. What helped was looking at the dates on my passport entry and exit stamps.

  • @sahilahmed3579
    @sahilahmed3579 29 днів тому

    Jzk brother, for my family do I select add a new application+ or electronic visa waiver+ to input their info?

  • @Imran_A09
    @Imran_A09 Місяць тому

    I am planning to fly from madinah to abhudabi using wizzair. Wizzair allow me to carry zam zam water kindly pls replay brother

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      They will allow you it but it will form part of your luggage allowance.

    • @Imran_A09
      @Imran_A09 Місяць тому

      @@TheTravelTipsGuy Luggage allowamce mean?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy 29 днів тому

      @@Imran_A09 How much luggage you are allowed. Wizzair only allow hand luggage of a certain size for free. Anything else like checked luggage or a large cabin bag is chargeable. wizzair.com/en-gb/information-and-services/travel-information/baggage

    • @Imran_A09
      @Imran_A09 27 днів тому

      Can I carry zam zam water in hand baggage or checkin baggage?​@@TheTravelTipsGuy

  • @gmerali
    @gmerali Місяць тому

    Salamu alaykum brother. Good informative video just what we needed. We are planing to use the train service from makkah to madina will we need the ummurah visa as we are planing ro have just the visitor waiver visa

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      Your visa waiver is valid to enter the country and perform umrah. You still need to apply for an umrah permit via the nusuk app. They may check for this as you enter the city of Makkah.

    • @gmerali
      @gmerali Місяць тому

      ​@@TheTravelTipsGuy Is it free the umrah permit ?

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      @@gmerali Yes free on the Nusuk app.

  • @oibeanboi6929
    @oibeanboi6929 Місяць тому

    Might wanna turn up your mic, it’s alittle hard to hear

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      Thanks for the tip! Will sort it for next time.

  • @gimbatul9761
    @gimbatul9761 Місяць тому

    I am stressing right now on haramain express. They did not give me bording pass, and cant find terminal info. Websites say its in terminal 1, but on reddit and here its north terminal. Im also completely out of cash, so getting a taxi will be difficult with card

  • @tcaratella
    @tcaratella Місяць тому

    Salaam, I've made payment for the EVW, however i haven't received an email with confirmation. I followed your advice and went back to list of visas before paying. I've also checked my junk mail folder but nothing.

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      Firstly try the inquiry for applied requests section on this page visa.mofa.gov.sa/Home/Index. If that doesn't work, try contacting the support line +966920011114 or emailing them customercare@mofa.gov.sa.

  • @Fursan.Arabia
    @Fursan.Arabia Місяць тому

    Good thing there are lcc flights from Uk to Saudi Arabia the last time was in 2014 from flynas but they stopped it

    • @TheTravelTipsGuy
      @TheTravelTipsGuy Місяць тому

      More choice is ultimately always good for prices and the consumer.

  • @cathalbyrne9013
    @cathalbyrne9013 Місяць тому

    Everything he said is through! Also there is no nightlife