MECCA – On Saturday, Al-Ghad reported that approximately
70,000 Jordanian pilgrims have participated in Umrah since the start of its
season in late July 2023 until now.
اضافة اعلان
Belal Rubin, a representative of Hajj and Umrah companies
and a member of the
Jordan Society of Tourism and Travel Agents (JSTA),
highlighted the subdued demand for Umrah trips among citizens compared to
previous years. Despite expectations of heightened interest as the holy month
of
Ramadan approaches, the actual demand has been weaker than anticipated. This
trend is attributed to ongoing regional events, including the Israeli war on
Gaza, coupled with the lack of school and university vacations during Ramadan.
Concerning the cost of Umrah trips, Rubin noted that an
11-day overland Umrah trip amounts to approximately JD210 per person in a
quadruple room. This fee covers accommodations in Medina and Mecca, visa
expenses, and transportation. On the other hand, Umrah air trips are priced at
JD375 per person, covering a week of stay in both cities.
Looking ahead to this year's Hajj season, Rubin underscored
the elevated costs, which deviate from previous years' norms. The expense for
overland Hajj has surged to around JD3,250. He advocated for the involvement of
Hajj and Umrah companies in monitoring activities at the Arafat and Mina camps.
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