🕰 Pro Tip: Avoid last 10 days of Ramadan unless you’re prepared for extreme crowds.

🏨 2. Book Family-Friendly Hotels

Look for hotels with:

• Walking distance to Haram (saves time & effort)

• Family suites or interconnected rooms

• Lifts & wheelchair access for seniors

• Buffet meals to avoid waiting in restaurants

• Laundry services if traveling with kids

💡 Recommended:

• Makkah: Hilton Suites, Swissotel, Anwar Al Deafah (budget)

• Madinah: Pullman Zamzam, Anwar Al Madinah Mövenpick, Rose Holiday (budget)

👶 3. Tips for Traveling with Kids

• Pack light toys, coloring books, or Islamic storybooks

• Carry plenty of snacks, wipes, and a refillable water bottle

• Use stroller-friendly paths inside the Haram

• Teach basic duas and involve them in simple ibadah

• Don’t overstress — remember, it’s a spiritual journey, not a vacation

✨ Bonus: Kids above 7 can join group tawaf with guidance from our team.

👵 4. Tips for Travelling with Elderly Parents

• Request wheelchairs at airports and inside Haram

• Keep daily schedules light (1-2 Ziyarats per day max)

• Choose hotels with lifts & Haram audio access in rooms

• Bring any essential medications + doctor’s notes

• Consider adding VIP services like fast-track immigration and airport lounge access

✅ Express World Travel provides senior support in all group packages.

🛂 5. Visa, Flights & Meals – Keep it Simple

• Let your travel agent handle visa & flight booking

• Choose group packages with included meals to avoid hassle

• Pre-book all transportation (airport pickups, Madinah transfers)

• Use one WhatsApp group for family communication

📦 6. What to Pack for Families