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The Amanah Journal

Travel stories, destination guides, cultural insights, and practical tips for exploring the Muslim world.

UAE
June 2026 Β· 6 min read

First Time in Dubai: What Nobody Tells You Before You Go

Beyond the skyscrapers and shopping malls, Dubai has a deeply human side β€” the old gold souk at dawn, Emirati coffee in Al Fahidi, and a hospitality that surprises every first-timer.

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Morocco
June 2026 Β· 8 min read

Getting Lost in Fes: A First-Timer's Guide to the World's Largest Medina

Fes el-Bali is a UNESCO labyrinth of 9,400 alleys. Here's what you actually need to know to navigate it β€” and why getting lost is part of the plan.

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Turkey
May 2026 Β· 5 min read

Istanbul in 48 Hours: The Only Itinerary You Need

Two days in one of the world's great cities. We skip the tourist traps and take you through the neighbourhoods, rooftops, and breakfast spots that actually make Istanbul what it is.

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Jordan
May 2026 Β· 7 min read

The Jordan Pass: Is It Worth It? An Honest Breakdown

The Jordan Pass bundles your visa and 40+ attractions including Petra. We run the numbers for different itineraries so you can decide before you book.

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Uzbekistan
April 2026 Β· 9 min read

Samarkand: Why the Silk Road's Greatest City Is Still Underrated

The Registan. Bibi-Khanym Mosque. Shah-i-Zinda necropolis. Samarkand was the centre of the Islamic world at its peak β€” and it still looks the part.

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Bosnia
April 2026 Β· 6 min read

Sarajevo: Europe's Most Misunderstood City Is Worth Every Mile

A city where the Ottoman east meets the Austro-Hungarian west, where mosques and cathedrals share the same street, and where the coffee ritual is practically a religion of its own.

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