Our Mission:

The Al-Mu'adhdhan Hajj Group is committed to helping as many Believers as Allah invites to His House make the trip.

1. What do I need to do now to prepare?
2. Is there a lot of waiting to get from one place to another in Saudi Arabia? If so what do you do during that time?
3. Does the group usually go to Medina?
4. Does the group carry their luggage with them every where they go ?
5. What kind of services does the Hajj Group offer Pilgrims before and after their Hajj travels?
6. Are there additional cost not included in the package cost?
7. Did the Hajj Group function as part of the Imam W. D. Mohammed's Year 2001 Hajj Group?
8. When do the pilgrims leave Saudi Arabia?
9. Are the hotels a long distance from the Holy Mosques?
10. How far will the group be from the Jammarat?.
11. Does the Group have a payment plan?

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What do I do now to prepare?
Make your intention for a Hajj that is accepted by Allah.
Apply for your passport.
Make a conscious effort to practice more patience (you will need it).
Prepare for the well being of your family while you are away.
Start reading about hajj.
Start to exercise (at lease start long walks).

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Waiting times?
There will often be times when you will have to wait, schedule plans will change, the situation will dictate how long. Unlike America, normally there is not a lot of rushing around and during Hajj season things move even slower due to the vast number of people.
We suggest you carry a small Qu'ran and other reading material in your carry-on bag and READ! Allah subhannah wa'ta ala is with you no matter what you are doing (even when you feel like you are doing nothing or would like to be doing something other than what you are doing). Remember Allah throughout your entire journey, do not become distracted by the small things. STAY FOCUSED!

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Travel to Medina?
Yes, the travel arrangements are a little different every year so check the current years itinerary when posted. However, the group usually enters Saudi Arabia about eleven (11) days before hajj and travels to Medina by plane. The group usually stays in Medina at least four (4) days in four and five star hotels, four people per room.
The hotels are usually within a one to two blocks walking distance from the Masjid.
We usually spend approximately one week (5 days) in Mecca before Hajj starts (8th Dhul Hijja). Plan for a total of approximately 18 days for the total trip.

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Do you carry luggage everywhere?
No, while in Medina and Mecca, luggage is secured until the group is ready to travel to another location Hotel safes are available for valuables.
Luggage is limited to ONE large suit case and a carry-on, STRICT LUGGAGE POLICY will be enforced. Excess luggage could be a burden in more ways than one. The weight of the bags you have to carry can be a burden and if your bags are over weight, you could be charged at the airport. Charges at the Saudi airport for OVER WEIGHT bags can be significant. You do not want to be in the airport picking through your bag to find things (usually purchased while traveling) you have to leave because you do not have the money to pay for over packing. Pack very light, you can get most of the items you need during your travel. However, Less is Best!

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Services Offered by the Group
The Group is honored to offer many personal services and information associated with helping you prepare for a successful Hajj. Below is a partial list of services offered:

A host of "free" workshops are offered to pilgrims traveling with the Hajj Group. However, there is a charge of $50.00 for those who attend the workshops and do not travel with the group or associated groups.

Group vaccinations at the current market price. In an attempt to keep the cost of shots to a minimum and convenience, on a specified date the group meets at a local doctors office to receive the mandatory vaccinations required (optional shots are available at cost) along with the a vaccination certificate (yellow card).

To avoid delays we provide help completing the visa application and check for accuracy before submitting all required documents as a group.

Supply a charter bus travel from Philadelphia to and from John F. Kennedy Airport for group (check website for current fee).

We perform a Mock Umrah at one of the local high school running tracks.

Sponsor a farewell luncheon for the travelers. Family and friends are welcomed and encouraged to attend and learn about the journey the travelers are about to take.

After the travelers return Hajjs and Hajjahs, a welcome back dinner is held. Family and friends are welcome to attend and share their experiences of the joyous occasion.

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Fee not included in the package?

Hajj fee (mailed to the Saudi Arabian Embassy for your visa), approx. $190.
Passport fee You are encouraged to get your passport now!
Cost of passport sized photos.
Transportation to and from JFK Airport. Cost to be announced.
Immunization - during the pass few years we have taken group shots. The shots cost about $100.00 each for the required shots, paid directly to the doctor. If you go to your own doctor make sure the shot are recorded on a yellow Immunization card.
Sacrifice Fee - you will purchase a coupon (in Medina or Mecca) with funds you bring with you for the sacrifice (approximately $100.00). You will be informed by one the group leaders when it is time to make the sacrifice purchase, cut your hair and adopt or remove Ihram.

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Did the Hajj Group function as part of Imam W. D. Mohammad's Year 2001 Hajj Group?
Yes, the Hajj Group was one of the two host of the Muslim American Society Hajj 2001 MAS Hajj Delegation. The Hajj Group did not sponsor its own Hajj Travel in year (2001). We helped escorted approximately 450 Pilgrims that year.

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When does the group leave Saudi Arabia?
Immediately after spending three days stoning in Mina and completing farewell ta'wafs (circuits around the Qaba).

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Distance from Hotels?
Our accommodations are within walking distance from Haram in Makkah & Madinah. Travelers will be close enough to make every salat in the masjids if they desire.

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Distance from Jammarat in Mina?
Our accommodations are within walking distance from the Jamarat (literally only steps away).
Like many other Hajj package providers, we choose not to cut cost by staying at the American camp in Mina because of its distance from the Jamarat. The distance is not acceptable because of the hardship it can bring to many of our travelers and falls below our own standards of quality.

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Does the Group have a payment plan?
Al-Mu'adhdhan Hajj Group allows travelers to make payments for the current and following hajj years with a minimum deposit and application. All payment deadlines WILL BE POSTED AND MUST BE MET in order to avoid the cancellation of Hajj Travel.

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