Exploring the Beauty of Halal Tourism in the US
Have you ever wondered about wandering through the bustling streets of New York City, exploring the majestic landscapes of the Grand Canyon, or …
Sun, Sea, and Single-Sex Beaches: The Rise of Halal Tourism in Turkey
For Mohamed al-Sanee and his wife, the quest for the perfect holiday destination was not just about …
What Is the State of the Global Halal Tourism Industry in 2024?
As the sun rises on the year 2024, the global halal tourism industry stands as a testament to …
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Exploring the Beauty of Halal Tourism in the US
Have you ever wondered about wandering through the bustling streets of New York City, exploring the majestic landscapes of the Grand Canyon, or …
Sun, Sea, and Single-Sex Beaches: The Rise of Halal Tourism in Turkey
For Mohamed al-Sanee and his wife, the quest for the perfect holiday destination was not just about finding a picturesque escape but ensuring it …
What Is the State of the Global Halal Tourism Industry in 2024?
As the sun rises on the year 2024, the global halal tourism industry stands as a testament to resilience, innovation, and growth. Imagine boarding a …
Beyond Halal: The Art of Culinary Excellence in Australian Resorts
In recent years, the global travel industry has witnessed a remarkable surge in demand for halal tourism. This burgeoning sector caters to the needs …
Saudi Arabia Uses AI to Improve Hajj & Umrah Journeys
In a groundbreaking move, Saudi Arabia has once again proven its commitment to integrating advanced technology within the spiritual realms of Islam, …
Saudia Enhances Umrah Journeys with All-In-One Travel Packages
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s flagship airline, is revolutionizing the spiritual journey of Umrah for pilgrims worldwide through its all-encompassing …
The 4 Reasons Why Muslim Travelers Are A Little Different
In the ever-evolving tapestry of global tourism, Muslim travelers emerge as a vibrant and influential thread, weaving their unique patterns of faith …
Malaysian Companies To Export Halal Food Products To China
In today’s global economy, diversifying export portfolios is essential for national economic resilience and growth. Malaysia’s Rubber …
Malaysia’s Halal Tourism Attracts Muslims From All Over The World
Malaysia is fast becoming the premier destination for Muslim travelers, boasting a title as the world’s top Muslim-friendly holiday spot. In …
Chiba Aims To Be Japan’s First Muslim-Friendly Center
Chiba, a city poised on the cusp of becoming Japan’s hub for Muslim-friendly tourism and services, is embarking on an ambitious initiative to …
Malaysian Halal Food Producers Ready To Feed Muslim Travelers
Malaysia, a country known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and culinary diversity, is poised to become a global hub for Halal food …
Bali Sets $10 Tourist Entry Fee Starting Valentine’s Day
In a move to preserve its enchanting environment and rich cultural heritage, Bali, a jewel among global travel destinations, has introduced a …
Saudi Arabia Targets Tourism Boom with 250,000 Hotel Rooms
In a move poised to redefine the global hospitality landscape, the Kingdom has announced a monumental 250,000-room expansion by 2030. This visionary …
Brazil Halal Tourism: A Flourishing Destination for Muslim Travelers
Brazil Halal Tourism: A Flourishing Destination for Muslim Travelers” is emerging as a vibrant and welcoming hotspot for the Muslim community …
Halal Tourism: A Learning Journey For Students
Picture the joy on a group of students’ faces as they anticipate exploring the world of Halal tourism. This is more than just a trip. It’s …
Saudia Arabia Unveils Air Taxi Service for Hajj Pilgrims
In a pioneering move, Saudia, renowned as Saudi Arabian Airlines, the esteemed national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has unveiled a transformative …
Why Muslim Travelers Should Choose the Maldives
In light of India’s recent boycott of the Maldives, the question of ‘Why Muslim Travelers Should Choose the Maldives’ takes on new …
8 Halal Travel Trends To Watch in 2024
In recent years, the travel industry has seen a significant surge in halal tourism. With more Muslim travelers exploring the globe, the demand for …
Does Cleanliness Play A Role in Promoting Tourism?
The travel industry is a booming business, generating trillions of dollars annually and supporting millions of jobs worldwide. But what factors …
Is India THE DIRTIEST Travel Destination Globally?
The perception of India as the “dirtiest” travel destination in the world is a topic that frequently surfaces in international dialogues …
Paradise Under Pressure: Can the Maldives Weather a Tourism Boycott?
The Maldives, a constellation of over 1,190 coral islands scattered like emeralds across the cerulean canvas of the Indian Ocean, has long been …
Pakistan Becomes the Unexpected Tourism Champion of 2024
15% surge in foreign arrivals makes Pakistan the world’s best performing tourism destination
In the competitive landscape of global Halal …
Beyond Andalusia: Exploring Spain’s Islamic Heritage Through Halal Tourism
Spain’s evolving landscape of Muslim-friendly tourism is a testament to its rich Islamic history and its commitment to embracing diverse …
How Is the Israel-Hamas Conflict Redefining Middle Eastern Tourism?
In the dynamic landscape of the Middle East, recent conflicts have created intricate challenges, particularly affecting the tourism sector. This …
Is Japan Ready To Welcome Muslim Travelers?
In recent years, Japan has seen a significant rise in tourists from all around the world, including Muslim travelers. With its unique culture, …
Mindanao’s Halal Cuisine Elevates Philippine Tourism with Unique Flavors
The Philippine government is stepping up its efforts to promote halal cuisine from Mindanao, targeting both Muslim and non-Muslim tourists to …
How Can Pakistan Promote Religious Tourism?
Pakistan, a nation rich in cultural and religious diversity, holds a significant place in the hearts of the Sikh community worldwide. The recent …
Exploring the Impact of Global Conflicts on Halal Tourism
The ongoing conflicts in regions like Ukraine and Gaza have cast a profound impact on the global tourism industry, particularly affecting sectors like …
Anjum Hotel Makkah Showcases at World Travel Market London 2023
Anjum Hotel Makkah, a premium hotel owned by Abdul Latif Jameel group and located in the heart of Saudi Arabia’s Holy City of Makkah, arrived in …
Vietnam’s Halal Tourism: A Rising Star in the Global Travel Landscape
Vietnam’s tourism sector, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, is now setting its sights on a new horizon: Halal …
Morocco Sets Ambitious Tourism Goals After a Deadly Earthquake
In the face of adversity, Morocco has once again exemplified its unwavering spirit and determination to rise above challenges. Following a devastating …
Morocco Eyes World Cup 2030 for Tourism Boost
Morocco’s Tourism Minister, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, has warmly embraced the co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, hailing …
How is Climate Change Affecting the Global Tourism Industry?
The global travel industry is a major driver of economic growth and job creation, accounting for 7.6% of global GDP and 330 million jobs in 2022. …
Middle East Hotel Boom: Saudi Arabia Leads the Way
The hotel industry in the Middle East is booming, with the highest occupancy rates in the world. This is according to Thomas Emanuel, a senior …
Exploring Halal Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide to Muslim-Friendly Travel
Halal holidays, also known as halal vacations or Muslim-friendly holidays, have gained immense popularity in recent years as more and more Muslims …
Spain’s Emergence as a Muslim-Friendly Destination: Beyond Andalucía’s Riches
As summer’s vibrant curtain draws to a close, Spain prepares to bid farewell to its peak tourist season. But as we shift our gaze to the horizon …
Kashgar: Preserving the Essence of the Silk Road City
Kashgar, an illustrious point on the ancient Silk Road, is in a period of transformation. While there are undeniable infrastructural enhancements, a …
Qatar’s Tourism Flourishes with a 91.4% Surge in Visitors in July
In a remarkable rebound from July 2022, Qatar witnessed a staggering 91.4% increase in its visitor count, drawing in 287,963 tourists, as per the …
Small Tourism Businesses Face Extreme Weather as A Big Challenge
For numerous small businesses, summer tourism has long been the lifeline that sustains them throughout the year. While the pandemic brought its share …
Spain Launches New Travel Guide For Muslim Tourists
In a strategic move to cater to the burgeoning needs of Muslim globetrotters, Spain is unveiling an exhaustive travel guide tailored for those eager …
Saudi Arabia Introduces 96-Hour Stopover Visa for Bangladeshi, Pakistani Travelers
Saudi Arabia, the spiritual heartland of Islam, is initiating pivotal changes to enhance the experience for millions of Muslim pilgrims worldwide. Dr. …
Jordanian Cyclist Ventures Across GCC Nations To Boost Tourism
In the sweltering heat of July, as the deserts of the Arab Peninsula stretched out endless and vast, a lone cyclist began a remarkable journey. Issa …
UAE’s 2023 Tourism Boom: Unparalleled Growth
In the first half of 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) firmly established its position as a global tourism powerhouse, reinforcing its reputation …
Qatar’s Tourism Industry Surges By 347% After World Cup
In the wake of the 2022 World Cup, Qatar is experiencing a tourism boom, with a significant uptick attributed to new attractions, festivals, and …
Japan Attracts Record No. of GCC Visitors
As global tourism continues to bounce back, Japan is witnessing a significant resurgence in inbound tourism, led by visitors from the Gulf Cooperation …
GCC Countries Lead Tourist Surge in Qatar for June
The energy-rich nation of Qatar has reported a significant surge in visitor arrivals in June 2023, particularly from the Gulf Cooperation Council …
Top 10 Reasons To Visit Pakistan
Pakistan, a country often overlooked by many travelers, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its diverse landscapes, rich history, and warm …
Muslim Countries Unite to Boost Tourism in a Post-Pandemic Era
The Developing Eight (D8) group of Muslim countries is set to convene in the picturesque city of Murree, nestled in Pakistan’s mountains, next …
What Is Overtourism? What Do Muslim Countries Need To Know About It?
Overtourism, a relatively new term in the lexicon of travel and tourism, has become a pressing issue in popular destinations worldwide. As Muslim …
Europe’s Hot Summer May Drive Tourists to Colder Regions
As scorching summer temperatures rise across southern Europe, travel patterns may see a substantial shift, with more tourists favoring cooler …
Is the Philippines A Halal-Friendly Tourism Destination?
The Philippines, a predominantly Catholic country, is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and stunning natural beauty. However, it is also a …
Saudi Arabia Commences New Umrah Season for GCC Residents
Saudi Arabia has officially announced the commencement of the new Umrah season, inviting citizens and residents of GCC countries, including the …
Saudi Arabia’s Drive for Tourists Opens Unexpected Doors to Christian Visitors
Welcome to Saudi Arabia’s drive for tourists, where ancient heritage meets modern allure. In a thrilling journey across Saudi Arabia’s …
Which Non-Muslim Countries Are Jumping on the Bandwagon of Halal Tourism?
Embark on a transformative journey as you hop aboard the bandwagon of Halal Tourism, a thriving trend that offers Muslim travelers unique experiences …
2023 Halal in Travel Award Winners Announced
SINGAPORE – Step into the realm of exceptional travel experiences as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of the 2023 Halal in Travel Award …
Pakistan: The Most Underrated Destination for Halal Tourism
Pakistan: A Hidden Halal Tourism Gem
Welcome to the best-kept secret in halal tourism – the most underrated destination where Muslim travelers …
Chiang Mai, Thailand Hosts Halal Food Festival to Attract Middle Eastern Tourists
As part of Thailand’s broader strategy to attract Middle Eastern tourists, the city of Chiang Mai is launching its inaugural Halal Food Festival …
Indonesia Leads 2023 Global Halal Tourism Index
Welcome to the cutting-edge resource that is revolutionizing halal travel – the 2023 Global Halal Tourism Index. In a significant leap forward …
Philippines Wins ‘Emerging Muslim-Friendly Destination’ Award
The Philippines is intensifying its efforts to become a welcoming destination for Muslim travelers, according to tourism authorities who announced the …
Rising Demand for Halal Tourism in Bosnia Boosts Construction Activity
In recent years, Bosnia and Herzegovina has witnessed a significant increase in the construction of villas and houses with swimming pools, …
Tips for Planning A DIY Hajj Trip
Embarking on a Hajj pilgrimage is a deeply spiritual endeavor and a cornerstone of Islamic faith, representing one of its Five Pillars. For those …
Singapore’s Halal Travel Summit To Unravel Global Muslim Travel Trends
Get ready for an unprecedented confluence of global thought leaders at this year’s Halal In Travel Global Summit, set to reveal key trends …
GCC Nations To Launch Schengen-Style Visa to Boost Tourism
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, are taking …
How To Uncover the Best Deals on Halal-Friendly Tours?
As a halal-friendly tour lover, finding the perfect balance between affordability and halal-friendly tour experiences can be a challenge. Should you …
Saudi Arabia Sees 93M Domestic And International Visits in 2022, With SAR 185B Spent
Saudi Arabia has witnessed a remarkable surge in both domestic and international visits in 2022, with an impressive 93 million visitors spending a …
Will Qatar’s Growing Tourism Sector Have Ripple Effects on Other GCC Countries?
Qatar’s growing tourism sector can have a significant impact on the country’s economy and potential ripple effects on other GCC countries. …
How To Manage Your Food Allergies While Traveling
Embarking on a new adventure and exploring the world is a thrilling experience. However, for those who adhere to halal dietary guidelines and have …
Halal Adventure Tourism: Exciting Activities for Thrill-Seekers
Imagine a world where exhilarating escapades and heart-pumping exploits harmoniously blend with Islamic principles, forming the perfect fusion of …
Explore Indonesia’s Enchanting Mosque-Centric Halal Tourism
Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry has announced plans to focus on developing Muslim-friendly tourism, emphasizing mosque-based …
New Zealand Should Embrace Muslim Tourists
With its breathtaking landscapes, outdoor adventures, and rich cultural experiences, New Zealand has long been a popular destination for travelers …
Latin America’s Mosques: Cultural & Architectural Harmony
Although people of the Islamic faith account for only 0.1 percent of the population in Latin America, the region is home to beautiful mosques and …
Thailand Targets Wealthy Muslim Tourists
Wealthy Muslim tourists are a growing demographic in the global tourism industry, and they have unique preferences and needs when it comes to travel. …
Halal Hotels vs. Sharia-Compliant Hotels: What’s the Difference?
Have you ever heard the terms Halal hotels or Shariah-compliant hotels? Halal and Shariah-compliant hotels are accommodation options catering to …
The Rise of Halal Tourism: What You Need to Know
Experience a groundbreaking shift in the travel industry with the unstoppable rise of Halal Tourism. In recent years, halal tourism has emerged as a …
10 Best Halal-Friendly Destinations for Muslim Travelers
Traveling is an exciting and enriching experience, providing individuals with the opportunity to explore new cultures, cuisines, and destinations. For …
Japan Bounces Back: Booming Tourism Fuels Economic Growth
After more than two years under some of the world’s tightest border controls, Japan is once again open for business. Tourist spots are packed. Hotels …
5 Budget-Friendly Destinations for Muslim Travelers in 2023
As a Muslim traveler, you want to immerse yourself in the local culture and history of your destination, without breaking the bank. With so many …
Saudi Arabia Tops Arab Nations With 18 Million visitors Until Q3 2022
Saudi Arabia has emerged as the Arab country with the most tourists in the first nine months of 2022, with 18 million visitors to the country.
Figures …
Jordan’s Desert Wonder Draws Tourists Back in Droves
After years in which the Covid pandemic turned the storied “Rose City” into a ghost town, the father of seven is back at work, offering …
Dubai Hospitality Sector Booms with $29.4 Billion Earnings in 2022 Amid Covid Rebound
Dubai saw 15-year hotel occupancy highs as it continued to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic in 2022, say analysts from KPMG.
In its Dubai …
‘Picturesque’ Turkish Village Voted a Top Global Tourist Destination
Turkey is a leading holiday destination for British travelers. Holidaymakers looking for inspiration might want to book a trip to a very special …
Top 3 Halal Tourism Destinations for 2023 You Need To Know
Halal tourism refers to travel that is compliant with Islamic principles and laws. This includes the provision of Halal food, the separation of men …
5 Awesome Travel Hacks For Muslims
Many Muslims frequently travel for work, pleasure, or religious reasons. It allows Muslims to travel to new places, meet new people, and learn about …
Jordan and Palestine Renew Tourism Cooperation After Pandemic
Jordan and Palestine have resumed tourism cooperation after a two-year disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Jordanian Ambassador to …
Can Japan Attract Muslims As a Gastronomic Tourism Destination?
The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) presented Japan as a destination for gastronomy (food) tourism at the 7th UNWTO World Forum on …
Pakistan Seeks UAE Investment in Its Tourism Sector
Pakistan Ambassador to the UAE, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, has urged UAE investors and business leaders to look into investment possibilities in …
Indian-Held Kashmir Bleeding Despite the Influx of Tourists
Indian-held Kashmir is still bleeding despite the influx of tourists from other parts of India and beyond. Kashmiris have been living in fear for the …
What Is the Definition of Travel in Islam?
What is the definition of travel in Islam? What are the rules for traveling in our religion? What do Quran and Sunnah say about travel? When does a …
What is Halal Tourism?
When embarking on halal travel, integrating Halal Travel Tips into the choice of destination is pivotal. This section delves into selecting locales …
Halal Certification and the Hospitality Industry
Muslim consumers often look for ways to observe principles of their faith in all aspects of life, from diet to daily conduct to leisure activities, …
Let’s Visit A 4,000 Years’ Old City in Pakistan
In the dusty plains of present-day Sindh in southern Pakistan lie the remains of one of the world’s most impressive ancient cities that most …
Sports Tourism To Boost GCC Economies During FIFA World Cup
Today (Sunday, Nov 20, 2022) , the world’s largest sporting event kicks off when hosts Qatar meets South America’s Ecuador. Besides the excitement on …
Indonesia To Develop Globally Competitive Tourism Villages
Indonesia continues to encourage the tourism sector, especially the development of globally competitive tourism villages, in a bid to boost foreign …
Cheap Flights Are No More
This is a tough time for budget travelers as even cheap flights have become quite expensive now. Although airlines started operating at full capacity …
Indonesia Launches “Second Home Visa” To Attract Investors, Tourists
Indonesia launched on Tuesday a “second home visa” program that will allow foreigners to stay and work in the country for five to 10 …
Five Handy Essentials for Muslim Travelers
Discovering the world’s many wonders and gaining fresh experiences are two big benefits of travel. However, some people are unaware that Muslim …
Malaysia is the Top Destination for Halal Tourism
Malaysia is an excellent travel option for anyone seeking a Halal-friendly vacation spot. Since Islam is the official religion of Malaysia, the …
Top 5 European Destinations With Halal Food
Most Muslims do not consider Europe a top travel destination because they believe it is difficult to get Halal meals there. Muslims have a passion for …
Turkey An Attractive Destination for European Tourists
If you’re looking for a warm European getaway this autumn, look no further than Turkey. This is a message for Europeans who are looking for …
The Sun Rises on the Japanese Tourism Industry Again
Travelers expected to deliver sorely needed 5 trillion yen ($35bn) boost to the world’s third-largest economy.
Eager to admire colorful foliage, eat …
5 Best Vacation Destinations for Muslim Families
Are you looking for a family-friendly vacation spot that respects your religious beliefs? Do you need to find a place to go on vacation where you can …
How to Eat Halal Food While Traveling?
For Muslim tourists, obtaining suitable Halal food is still a significant obstacle while visiting a foreign nation. Vegetarianism isn’t hard to …
What Are the Top 5 Money-Saving Strategies for Muslim Travelers?
Everyone wishes they could go somewhere, but at what cost? The obvious answer is money, and, lots of it.As a Muslim, you may find that holiday …
How to Market to Muslim Tourists?
Sand, sun, and sea are the first things that come to mind when thinking about tourist attractions. As a result of these coalitions, the global tourism …
Indonesia Offers a Flexible Visa to Attract ‘Digital Nomads’
The tourism business on the island of Bali applauds Indonesia’s efforts to entice more so-called “digital nomads” to its tropical …
Young Muslims To Lead Global Halal Travel Industry
An expanding population of young and technology-savvy Muslim travelers will impact Halal tourism development in the coming years, noted the eighth …
Malaysia Expected To Attract 900,000 Muslim Tourists in 2022
The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (Motac) is targeting to receive 900,000 Muslim tourists this year.
“Following the reopening of the country’s …
Indonesia, Azerbaijan To Cooperate in Halal Tourism
Indonesia and Azerbaijan have agreed to increase cooperation in the trade and halal tourism industry, Azernews reports citing Antaranews.
The …
Malaysia Still Top Choice for Halal Tourism
MALAYSIA has maintained its top spot as the preferred halal tourist destination in the MasterCard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) …
Can Muslim Countries Learn Any Lessons from Japanese Tourism Industry?
There are more than 57 Muslim countries around the world. However, only a handful of these earns a reasonable income from their tourism industries. …
Is Japan Ready To Accept Foreign Tourists?
Hiroshi Kawaguchi, the operator of a tour company in Kyoto, felt a wave of relief at the news that Japan would welcome the return of foreign tourists …
Malaysia To Launch Campaign To Attract Tourists From Middle East
Malaysian tourism industry players will hold roadshows in five countries in the Middle East next month to woo back tourists.
Middle Eastern tourists, …
Malaysia Ranks Among Top 5 Muslim-Friendly Global Travel Destinations
Malaysia has been ranked among the top five Muslim-friendly travel destinations around the world, according to a new global economic report.
The State …
Saudi Arabia Will Allow a Million Hajj Pilgrims To Visit Mecca This Year
The move, while falling short of reinstating normal Hajj conditions, offered hopeful news for many Muslims outside the kingdom who have been barred …
Weaker Yen May Help Boost Tourism in Japan
Severely weakened yen and pent-up travel demand could drive a tourism boom, says financial analyst Peter Tasker.
Japan financial commentator and …
Bali Expecting Waves of Travelers After Only 45 Tourists Came in 2021
in 2021 only 45 foreign tourists visited Bali after Indonesia closed its borders almost the whole year to prevent the spread of COVID-19, as other …
What is the Economic Contribution of Tourism?
Tourism plays an important role in the development of local and regional economies everywhere in the world. It has a direct positive impact on the …
Indonesia Expects 3.6 Million Tourists in 2022
Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno said he expects around 1.8 to 3.6 million foreign tourists to visit Indonesia this year if the …
Tourist Spots Globally Have a New Message: Come Back
For nearly two years, countries around the world struggled with a complete halt in tourism-related revenues. But, now most of them are calling foreign …
Best Hotels to Visit in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Hands down, Makkah is one of the most valuable real estates in the world!
A good-priced hotel can be hard to find when traveling around Makkah as it …
What is the Future of Umrah & Hajj 2022?
The wait is over! Muslims since the beginning of 2020 have had to lay aside their hopes of traveling to Mecca and Madina for Hajj and Umrah purposes. …
Will Halal Tourism Grow in 2022?
Will Halal tourism boost in 2022? We tend to think so. Why? There are quite a few reasons to believe that. Hotel operators in various countries are …
Can Indonesia Become a Hub for Global Health Tourism?
Can health tourism in Indonesia take off? Flying abroad for treatment has become commonplace in many parts of the world. But, the question is whether …
Maldives Plans To Attract Muslim Travelers From GCC
Maldives has recently launched Maldives Halal Travel (MHT); along with its platform of products including the Maldives Halal Travel Magazine. The …
Malaysia’s Travel Fair MATTA Attracts Large Crowds
A two-day travel fair aimed at reviving the tourism industry kicked off on Saturday at the World Trade Centre (WTC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The …
Jordan Offers Nigerians Halal Tourism, Other Options for Visits
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is expanding its tourism offerings to Nigerian tourists to include leisure, education, wellness and other touristic …
Brazilian City to Become Halal Tourist Destination
The city of Foz do Iguaçu, a top travel destination in Brazil, welcomed more than 2 million visitors in 2019, most of them drawn to the Iguaçu Falls, …
Malaysia Opening Borders To Fully Vaccinated Tourists in November
After being closed to foreign travelers for more than 18 months, Malaysia is opening its borders to fully vaccinated tourists in November. The country …
Italy Has No Halal Hospitality Network To Attract Muslim Tourists
According to a study by the Management Department of the University of Turin led by Paolo Biancone and Silvana Secinaro, Italy has “no overall …
Indonesia Reopening Its Doors To Foreign Tourists
Indonesia will allow international flights to begin landing at the airport on Bali island next week as it weighs reopening the country to foreign …
The Post Covid-19 Halal Travel Market
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, in 2020 international air travel declined by 75.6% and domestic travel declined by 48.8%. world-wide. According …
Asia Center For Tourism Launched To Enhance Tourism Industry
DHS Hospitality Academy Sdn. Bhd. in collaboration with Speed Training Sdn. Bhd and I Portal live launched the ASIA CENTER FOR TOURISM (ACT) on …
Experiencing Halal Travel in the Age of COVID-19 & Beyond
Countries across the world are facing another year of reduced tourism. The unprecedented challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the sector hard. …
Southeast Asia To Develop Common Standards To Promote Muslim-Friendly Tourism
Malaysia is keen to collaborate with the travel industry in Indonesia and Thailand to develop a common set of Muslim-friendly tourism standards in …
What Should You Know Before Traveling To Turkey During Pandemic?
What should you know before traveling to Turkey during the pandemic? Well, that question might be important for would-be travelers to the country and …
Saudi Arabia Starts Welcoming Vaccinated Tourists
Saudi Arabia starts welcoming vaccinated tourists. The country announced on Friday that it would reopen its borders to fully vaccinated foreign …
How Can Muslim Females Travel Solo?
Solo travel is a rewarding, life-changing experience that is on a lot of people’s bucket lists, but it has its challenges. As a female, you may …
Indonesia Has Considerable Halal Tourism Potential
Indonesia has huge potential to develop halal tourism, Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, said at the 2021 Virtual …
Understanding Muslim-Friendly Tourism
According to the Global Islamic Economy Indicator Report 2020, the spending of Muslims on travel increased by 2.7 percent in 2019 from $189 billion to …
Halal Glamping: What Is It?
Halal glamping: what is it? Why should you care about the concept? What are the most famous Halal glamping locations in the world? Glamping is a style …
Is The Halal Tourism Sector Recovering Amid Pandemic?
Is the Halal tourism sector recovering amid the COVID-19 pandemic? What is the Halal tourism recovery plan? How can we rebuild Halal tourism for the …
What Are The Top Halal Destinations For Muslim Travelers in 2021?
Have you thought of traveling to other countries in 2021 and beyond? Many Muslims would love to travel around the world to explore new destinations …
Malaysia’s ‘Classic’ Halal Food to Attract Post-Pandemic Muslim Tourists
Leveraging its rich culinary heritage, Malaysia aims to strengthen its position as the epitome of halal tourism.Malaysia, a vibrant Southeast …
Which Vaccine Should You Get To Go To Hajj This Year?
Saudi Arabia says COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for Hajj 2021. It has so far approved four types of COVID vaccines for the aspirant pilgrims to the …
Omanization Hits 10% in Tourism Sector As Locals Enter Workforce
Boosting the level of locals in the private sector is key to Oman’s national development goals
Around 10 percent of workers in Oman’s tourism …
Japan Steadily Attracting Muslims From Around The World
Migrant workers and local converts are swelling the ranks of Japan’s small but significant Muslim community. Before the pandemic started …
Turkey For Tighter Lockdown To Save Tourism Season
Turkey’s cabinet will discuss adopting a tighter lockdown on Monday as President Tayyip Erdogan tries to prevent a second lost year of tourism …
Saudi Tourism Fund Chooses Local Bank For $346 Million Project
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund will help finance a 1.3 billion-riyal ($346.7 million) project in the holy city of Medina together with Riyad …
Indonesia’s Haj Fund To Invest In Saudi Tourism Industry
The Indonesian Haj Fund Management Agency (BPKH) is planning to invest in Saudi Arabia to help Indonesian pilgrims who want to go on the haj or umrah …
Kazakhstan Outstrips Russia, Turkey In Global Sustainable Tourism
In terms of sustainable tourism standards and green transformations, Kazakhstan ranked 62nd on the global ranking covering 99 countries, according to …
Saudi Arabia Extends Support for Hajj, Umrah Operators
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman approved a range of initiatives to assist firms and individuals operating in support of Islamic pilgrimages of Hajj …
Taiwan Becoming Muslim-Friendly Tourism Destination
In an attempt to stay relevant and appeal to Taiwan’s growing number of Muslim residents and international visitors in recent years, Taiwan`s Night …
Thailand Pushing Technology To Attract Muslim Visitors
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced a fresh redesign of its Thailand Muslim Friendly App that caters to Muslim visitors from the …
Halal Tourism Industry Recovering In Asia-Pacific
The halal tourism industry is slowly recovering from the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Asia-Pacific.
According to STR, a division of …
Global Tourism Industry Pondering On Comeback Plans
Six months ago, the global tourism industry was celebrating a record year for travel. Now, it’s decimated and facing a recovery that could take …
What Does Air Travel Look Like During COVID-19 Pandemic?
Ghostly airports, countless flight cancellations, shops and restaurants closed, and a limited number of passengers: all this may have been an …
Indonesia Sees $10 Billion Loss In Tourism Revenue Due To COVID-19 Outbreak
The coronavirus outbreak is set to wipe out more than $10 billion from Indonesia’s tourism revenue this year as leisure travel comes to a …
Coronavirus To Cost Global Tourism At Least $22 Bil, Says World Tourism Body
Madrid:- The deadly coronavirus epidemic will cost world tourism at least $22 billion owing to a drop in spending by Chinese tourists, the head of the …
Luxury Still Driving Travel Landscape In GCC Countries
In the past two decades, the travel landscape has significantly changed in GCC countries. But, the concept of luxury has remained a vital element of …
Embracing New Trends In Halal Travel In 2020
Travel agencies and other companies related to the hospitality industry around the globe are fast embracing new trends in the global halal travel …
Time Hotels To Expand Into Russian Market
UAE-based hotel group TIME hotels is targeting investment opportunities in Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan as part of its international expansion …
How To Attract Muslim Tourists To Taiwan In 2020?
How to attract Muslim tourists to Taiwan in the year 2020 and beyond? The answer to this question may not be as straightforward in the wake of the …
Jannah Hotels Offers Special Offers For Guests During Expo 2020 Dubai
Jannah Hotels & Resorts has announced an array of offers and packages to support Expo 2020 Dubai across all its properties.
The brand will offer …
Religious Tourism, A Savior For Pak Economy?
Lately, we have been following news about the Pakistani government`s bold initiatives to increase the number of foreign visitors by opening up the …
Pakistan Fast Becoming A Heaven For Tourists
Pakistan is fast becoming a heaven for tourists from all over the world. It has opened up its doors to the Sikhs from every corner of the world by …
Is The Tourism Sector In Saudi Arabia Sustainable?
Over the past year, Riyadh has increased its focus on its tourism industry to diversify the economy in line with the Saudi Vision 2030.
Step into the …
Arab Ministers Discuss Ways To Enhance Cultural Tourism
Arab ministers discuss ways to enhance cultural tourism in the region. The meeting by the tourism ministers from Arab countries was recently held in …
More Muslim Women Become Solo Travellers
The latest study concluded by www.cresecentrating.com suggests that now, more Muslim women become solo travelers. Please red on further detyails of …
Myths Surround Indonesia’s Halal Tourism Sector
Halal tourism has struggled to thrive in parts of the country, with some concerned about the consequences “Islamization” might have on the local …
Pakistan Could Be The World’s No. 1 Tourism Destination, Reports Forbes Magazines
Pakistan. It’s not exactly on every solo female traveler’s bucket list. But that doesn’t mean that it shouldn’t be. Especially if you ask vlogger and …
Jannah Hotels and Resorts Nominated as 2019 World’s Leading Luxury Halal Hotel & Resort Brand
Jannah Hotels and Resorts is esteemed to be nominated as 2019 World’s Leading Luxury Halal Hotel & Resort Brand in the highly acclaimed 26th …
New Study Tracks Muslim Women Travel Behaviors
SINGAPORE, 10 October 2019: Mastercard and CrescentRating will release a new report Mastercard-CrescentRating Muslim Women in Travel Report …
Azerbaijan Tourism Board Partners with Wego to Attract GCC Tourists
Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has collaborated with Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) to invite …
Arabian Travel Market 2019 Kicks off on Sunday in Dubai
(MENAFN – Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019, the largest travel industry exhibition in the Middle East, will begin …
Tsai Praises Progress on Boosting Muslim Tourism
The government’s efforts to foster a Muslim-friendly environment, including the promotion of Halal certification, has turned Taiwan into a top-three …
Indonesia Faces Resistance When it Comes to Halal Tourism Plans for Lake Toba
There are fears halal tourism could lead to a push back of local culture and in some parts, people are saying it is a form of …
California To Target The Middle East Luxury Travelers
In the effort to attract high-spending tourists states often look overseas. That’s a good idea — international visitors typically spend more than …
Cape Town Becomes A New Magnet For Muslim Travelers
Winter in the Southern Hemisphere has always been a lean time for the hospitality business in South Africa’s Western Cape region, but tourism bosses …
Halal Tourism Is Going Mainstream
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) Halal tourism has evolved to become one of the fastest growing travel segments worldwide, with young Muslim millennials …
Malaysia, Azerbaijan Launch Campaigns To Lure GCC Travelers
Malaysia and Azerbaijan have launched several initiatives and campaigns, at the 26th edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM 2019), that will serve …
South African Muslim Tourism Gets A Boost
World-renowned property management company Trafalgar has partnered with local business, Tayyib Travel, to launch its first guided travel itinerary …
Prayer Rooms, Halal Dishes: The Secret Behind Japan, Hong Kong, Korea Winning The Hearts Of Muslim Travellers
After diplomatic spats with China, Japan, and South Korea turned towards courting Muslim travelers
Hong Kong’s array of halal food allows some of its …
GCC Online Travel Market To Reach $15 Billion By 2023
ABU DHABI/DUBAI — The online travel market in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is expected to reach $15 billion by 2023, according to MENA …
Inbound Travel To Turkey Goes Into High Gear
Since 2016, the ongoing political and economic crisis in Turkey has caused tourist numbers to plummet, especially those driven by western travelers. …
New-Age Tech To Create Billion-Dollar Savings In Tourism Sector
The impact of disruptive technologies on the tourism industry is set to create multi-billion dollar savings through the use of IoT, robotics, …
Saudi Cabinet Approves Tourism Visa For Foreign Travellers
Saudi Arabia has approved new electronic visas for foreign visitors attending sporting events, concerts, and business attractions.
The decision will …
Indonesia Eyeing For 150,000 Foreign Tourists in Aceh in 2019
Aceh has its eyes set on attracting at least 150,000 foreign and 3 million domestic tourists this year.
As reported …
Halal Travel is Booming and Coming to a Destination Near You
Halal, meaning ‘permissible’ in Islamic teachings, is an attribute which when applied to tourism indicates that provision has been made for practising …
Muslim-Friendly Tourism Becomes Fastest Growing Travel Sector Globally
For one of the fastest-growing sectors of the global travel industry, there is no pork on the hotel dinner menus. There are flights with no alcohol on …
European Tourists Visit Turkey In Top Numbers
Turkey’s remarkable tourism turnaround continued into 2018 as it once again came out on top in Europe for international arrivals growth.
Preliminary …
All-Women Travel Expeditions Take Off In Middle East
Amid growing demand, more and more travel companies launching trips geared towards women in countries such as Iran, Egypt, Jordan and Oman
To explore …
Indonesia Fast Becoming A Major Halal Tourism Destination
In recent years halal tourism has grown substantially and occupies an important segment of international tourism. Statistical data shows that the …
Agoda To Promote Tourism To Saudi Arabia
Agoda To Promote Tourism To Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia’s ministry in charge of the Islamic events of Haj and Umrah signed a preliminary …
All Set For Halal Trade, Tourism Expo
Halal Trade
THE 3rd annual Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Exposition opens Tuesday, May 1, and will run until May 6.
The expo is being held under …
Mashisoyo! 5 Muslim Friendly Restaurants In South Korea To Check Out
South Korea
SINGAPORE: A holiday in South Korea isn’t complete without filling your belly with authentic bibimbap, tucking into a whole chicken …
Indonesia Shares Top Halal Destinations For GCC Travelers At ATM Dubai
Indonesia will reveal its top Halal destinations paired with travelers’ countries of origins at ATM Dubai’s Global Halal Tourism Summit, on April …
Aiwan Looks To S-E Asia For Muslim Tourist Dollars
Hotel rooms with prayer schedules and halal eateries among Muslim-friendly gestures.
TAIPEI • From halal fried chicken to hot springs hotels with …
Halal Tourism Becomes Top Agenda Item For Investors
The Gulf and Indian Ocean Hotel Investors’ Summit (GIOHIS) 2018 taking place in Abu Dhabi’s Viceroy Yas Island hotel on January 29 to 30 has an …
Pakistan Termed As Top Travel Destination For 2018
British Backpacker Society has described Pakistan as “one of the friendliest countries on earth, with mountain scenery that is beyond anyone’s wildest …
Indonesia Climbs To 4th Place In The Halal Travel Indicator
The Global Islamic Economy Indicator (GIEI) is an annual ranking of the Islamic Economy pillars – of which travel is a key pillar – and is part …
Travel Marketplace KKDay Debuts in Malaysia to Dominate the $5Mn Tourism Industry
Taiwanese travel e-commerce platform, KKDay, has announced it is expanding its footprint to Malaysia. With the launch of platform, CEO Ming Chen wants …
Taiwan Woos Muslim Tourists
Taiwan is poised to become a premier destination for Muslim travelers, bolstered by cultural acceptance, halal-certified amenities, and rich …
Increased GCC Visitor Numbers Swell ATM 2017
This year’s Arabian Travel Market witnessed a 10 per cent increase in visitors from the GCC and a 7 per cent increase in international visitors to the …
Philippines Sees 15-20% Rise in Qatari Tourists
The sun-kissed beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and warm hospitality of the Philippines have long captivated travelers worldwide. Now, the archipelago …
Muslim-Friendly Tourism: Qatar Ranked Sixth in OIC Countries
Global Muslim Travel Index 2017 shows Qatar is one of top 10 Muslim-friendly tourist destinations among 48 OIC member countries included in the …
Certification Becomes A Prohibitive Issue for Halal Tourism in Indonesia
Jakarta: – Based on the study by the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Tourist Index (GMTI) 2017 officially released in Jakarta, Indonesia ranks …
Taiwan: Asia’s ‘Hidden Gem’ Embraces Islamic Tourism
Taiwan is a beautiful island country layered with the heritage of Taiwanese aboriginals, Dutch, Spanish and Chinese in a beautiful cultural amalgam of …
‘Tanjung Manis Halal Hub has Great Business Potential’, Says Malaysian Industry Professional
KUCHING: The Tanjung Manis Halal Hub (TMHH) has great business potential for upstream, downstream, and midstream industries.
Sharifah Mature Wan …
CrescentRating Launches Global Muslim Travel Index
In a survey last year of the world’s most Muslim-friendly countries for travelers, Korea ranked 54th out of 130 countries, falling far behind the …
Emirates Islamic Offers Bonus Skywards Miles
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has announced a mega Miles campaign on its Skywards Cards.
The bank …
KL’s First Halal Hotel a Mega Attraction to Muslim Travelers
PETALING JAYA: There’s a “first” for everything in the world, and PNB Perdana Hotel has carved a name for itself as being the first hotel in Malaysia …
Taskforce to Oversee Tabriz 2018 Preparations
The government has instructed five ministries and Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization to form a taskforce whose sole …
Azerbaijan Seeks to Bolster Tourism Ties With Iran
TEHRAN – The deputy culture and tourism minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan has held talks with provincial authorities of East Azarbaijan in …
Revisiting The Growing Popularity of Halal Tourism
The burgeoning islamic economy is one of the fastest growing segments of the global financial industry, driven mostly by the key Islamic principles …
Greater Transparency for Muslim Travellers with New Hotel Standard
Salam Standard has launched the Premium Hotel Classification scheme which rates hotels based on their number and standard of Muslim-friendly …
Time to Promote Bangladesh As A Muslim Friendly Destination
(MENAFN – #Bangladesh Monitor) Dhaka : Speakers at a seminar on “Emergence of Halal Tourism: How #Bangladesh can benefit” at Pan …
World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Hear First-Hand the Seychelles Bid for SG of UNWTO
During the auspicious occasion of the International Advisory Board of World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF IAP) meeting held Eden Bleu Hotel in …
Tourism Industry Players Encouraged to Implement Syariah-Compliant Concepts
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourism industry players are encouraged to implement the syariah-compliant and Muslim-friendly concept to attract more Muslim tourists …
Kenya To Develop Framework to Tap into Halal Tourism
The Ministry of Tourism in Kenya has backed rallying calls by the private sector for development guidelines for Sharia-compliant products in the …
Call for Prayer Rooms at the Tourism Spots In Malaysian State
Beaufort: Tourism industry players in the State who have yet to receive the halal certificate from the Malaysia Islamic Development Department (Jakim) …
Dubai Municipality Sets Islamic Hotel Standards
Dubai Municipality has approved the guidelines for Islamic hotel standards in Dubai. The guidelines will also look at the terms and conditions of the …
Halal Trade, Tourism Expo Set in Davao
Davao, Philippines – The Universal Islamic Center Foundation is set to exhibit Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo this coming May 5-7 in a mall …
Time to Promote Bangladesh as A Halal Tourist Destination
Bangladesh needs to take steps to grab a slice of the fast-growing halal tourism pie, travel experts said.
Halal tourism is a subcategory of tourism …
New Guidelines Issued for Islamic Hotels Standards in Dubai
Dubai Municipality has issued an administrative decision approving the Guideline for Islamic Hotels Standards in Dubai and to implement its …
Indonesia, Malaysia Establish Cooperation in Health Tourism
Jakarta (ANTARA News) – The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) and five Indonesian strategic partners have signed an exclusive …
Taipei Gives Assurance to Muslim Tourists
MUSLIM travellers can now visit Taipei without worrying about halal facilities as the city is fast becoming a Muslim-friendly destination.
Taipei …
Korean Government to Support Halal Restaurants, Attract More Muslim Tourists
SEOUL, March 28 (Korea Bizwire) – Diversifying South Korea’s repertoire of visitors amid continued threats from China, the Korea Tourism Organization …
Palestinian Government Hopes Ancient Shrine can Lure in Tourists
A general view of the the holy mosque of Nabi Musa where the tomb of Prophet Moses is placed, surround by the desert near the West Bank town of …
Muslim Tourism Set to Boost Growth of Halal Market in Japan
While Muslim, or “modest”, fashion is a new phenomenon in Japan, halal products have been on the menu here for some years now.
Japan …
Indian Government Sidelines Taj Mahal for its Islamic Past
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US Captures 25% Of Global Islamic Tourism Market
The United States is the biggest global beneficiary of the Muslim tourism market, according to a report published by halal travel firm Salam Standard. …
Japan Witnesses Slowdown In Tourist Spending
Tokyo: -The rapid growth in consumption by inbound tourists, a boon for the retail industry at a time when domestic consumption remains weak, is …
Global Halal Tourism Opportunities Yet To Be Explored Fully
Halal tourism is not just halal food and facilities but there is a lot to offer and explore, according to an industry expert. Halal tourism is …
Amara Singapore Offers Halal-Certified Menus For Events Held At The Hotel
MICE organisers and guests looking to host their events at Amara Singapore now have the option to enjoy an array of Halal-certified menus which are …
Foreign Tourists Flock To Japan Despite The Recent Yen Surge
Tokyo: – The total number of foreign visitors surged by more than a quarter from January through July this year compared with the first half of …
Japan Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours To Visitors From Indonesia, Malaysia
Osaka:- A travel agency based in Osaka city is offering tours in Japan catering specifically to Muslim visitors – a growing segment of inbound …
Pattaya, Thailand, Getting Ready To Embrace Muslim Tourists
Pattaya, Thailand:- Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration in Thailand aims to promote Pattaya as a Halal food destination to attract …
Hospitality Industry Needs To Understand Muslim Tourists` Psyche
Malaysian Association of Tours and Travel Agents (Matta) Muslim Travel Dialogue recently conducted a seminar in Kuala Lumpur to stress the need of …
Indonesia To Develop Western Sumatra As A Halal Tourism Hub
Jakarta:- The Tourism Ministry of Indonesia plans to develop West Sumatra as a halal tourist hub to attract more tourists from rich Muslim countries, …
Amadeus’ Study Highlights The Needs of Halal Travellers
DUBAI, UAE – “Halal Travel 2016”, a report conducted by UK-based research firm Context Consulting and commissioned by Amadeus, was presented at …
Indonesia Designates 10 Regions To Lure Muslim Tourists
Jakarta – Indonesia is now intensively promoting the development of halal tourism in an effort to attract tourists from Muslim nations, …
Saudi Arabian Airlines Seeks $1.3bn Sukuk To Expand Fleet
National carrier Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) is seeking to raise 5 billion riyals ($1.3 billion) via the first tranche of a sukuk isuance …
Malaysia, UAE, Turkey Become Top Travel Destinations For Muslim Tourists
According to the MasterCard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2016 issued recently, Malaysia, UAE, and Turkey become top three …
Japan To Highlight Cultural Assets To Boost Tourism
Tokyo:- With Japan determined to increase the number of foreign tourists to the country by 2020 when it hosts the Olympic Games, the government plans …
Malaysia Becomes Top Destination For Muslim Tourists
GEORGE TOWN:— Malaysia is a favorite destination for Muslims, especially those from the Middle East, due to its favorable culture, said Islamic …
Thailand Gets First Halal Hotel
Bangkok: – RECOGNISING the immense potential of a market of 1.6 billion Muslims worldwide, the new 242-room Al Meroz Hotel, which soft-opened in …
Tourism Grows Steadily In MEA Region
The Middle East and Africa region is more focused than ever on developing its hospitality infrastructure with 538 hotels totaling 151,771 rooms under …
Taiwan Beefs Up Efforts To Attract Muslim Visitors
For many Muslims, travelling to a non-Muslim country can be difficult because of the difficulties in finding halal (permissible) cuisine, finding …
Philippines Accelerates Plans To Develop Halal Tourism
The Philippines is accelerating its plans to position itself as one of the world’s preferred destinations for Muslim tourists.
The Philippine …
Konnichiwa Halal – As Japan Opens Its Arms To Muslims
I was speaking at a conference at the Tokyo Institute of Technology, which brings a three-year project to an end that was sponsored by Gurunavi Food …
Saudi Arabian Airlines To Raise 5 Billion Riyals In Islamic Bonds In Q2
Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the kingdom’s national carrier, plans to raise as much as 5 billion riyals ($1.33 billion) in Islamic bonds …
Indonesia Aims To Attract Ever-More Foreign Visitors at FITUR Madrid 2016
Indonesia gears up to lure more foreign visitors as 2016 commences. Taking part in one of the recognized expositions in the European market, …
Oman To Establish First Budget Airline
Muscat: – Oman plans to establish its first budget airline to boost tourism as the plunge in global oil prices encourages the country to …
Halal Tourism Gets Wider Push In Southeast Asia
AS THE Muslim travel market becomes a growing force worldwide, ASEAN countries are developing new strategic directions in a bid to wrestle a bigger …
International Tourists Arrivals Up 4% Reach A Record 1.2 Billion In 2015
International tourist arrivals grew by 4.4% in 2015 to reach a total of 1,184 million in 2015, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. …
Malaysia Braces For A Rise In Medical Tourism From Gulf, Muslim Countries
Malaysia seeks to boost medical tourism numbers by focusing more on medical tourists from the Gulf and other wealthy Muslim countries The country …
Philippines Aiming To Be More Halal-Friendly
THE Philippines hopes to court more Muslim travellers by having at least 50 establishments in Manila, Cebu, Boracay and Davao to become …
Penang Vying To Be A Halal Tourist Destination
Penang is on track in establishing itself as a premier halal hub with plans to boost travel guides for the benefit of Muslim travellers, Chief …
Indonesia Seeks Arab Tourists, Expects 20m Visitors By 2019
RIYADH: Indonesia is working on plans to attract more tourists from the Middle East, including the Kingdom, and has set itself the target of hosting …
Halal Tourism’s Popularity Rises Among British Muslim Travellers
We all are familiar with halal products, like meat, cosmetics, perfumes, clothes, including the hijab and its different ways of wearing. However, not …
Get A Taste Of Muslim Life In The Heart Of Seoul
The aroma of Arab food permeates the atmosphere, restaurants displaying halal food banners are everywhere, women wearing hijab and men with beards are …
Setting New Standards For Muslim Travellers
Faeez Fadhlillah, the brainchild behind Salam Standard, explains how the online hotel reference tool for Muslim travellers caters to a lucrative …
South Korea Launches Halal App To Attract Muslims Tourists
Seoul – The recent data shows a massive surge in Muslim tourists in South Korea and the country’s state-run food agency recently launched …
World’s First Hotel Standard For Muslim Travellers Launches Today
ABU DHABI, 20th October 2015: Salam Standard, the world’s first online hotel reference tool dedicated to Muslim travellers, launches today at …
A ‘Halal Tourism’ Market Emerges As Businesses Seek To Cater To Wealthy Muslim Travelers
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates – A rental company in Orlando, Florida, is offering “halal vacation homes” with curtained pool decks and …
Malta Should Seek Halal Tourism, Labour MP Says
Labour MP Joe Farrugia suggested today that Malta should promote Halal Tourism as a way to attract Muslim tourists.
Speaking in parliament, he said …
UAE Missing Out On Rewards From Halal Tourism
The UAE has been missing out on a huge opportunity in the burgeoning halal tourism market, which is growing at double the rate of conventional …
World Halal Tourism Conference Inaugurated In Abu Dhabi
The World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition (WHTS15) opened today in Abu Dhabi. Present at the three-day trade show, exclusively supported by Abu …
Tourism Malaysia Focuses On Halal Segment
Recent statistics from Tourism Malaysia state that in 2014, Malaysia received a total of 19,772 tourists from UAE, signifying a drop of 0.3% compared …
Muslim Travel Shopping Totalled $36bn Last Year
Muslim travellers spent a total of $36.3bn on shopping while travelling in the world’s top cities in 2014 and a further $26.1bn on dining, with total …
Sapporo All Out To Woo Muslim Tourists
SAPPORO: Eager to attract more Muslim tourists, Japan’s Hokkaido Island wants to work with Malaysia’s Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC) to …
Halalbooking.Com Announces Record Sales Growth Ahead Of World Halal Travel Summit In Abu Dhabi
HalalBooking.com announces record sales growth ahead of World Halal Travel Summit in Abu Dhabi
The popularity of Muslim-friendly holidays is soaring …
Lack Of Halal Food Discourages Muslim Tourists In Manila
I had Muslim friends from abroad visit Manila a couple of weeks ago. Their complaint: no halal food. It seems they asked for a salad with no pork. …
Muslim Tourists Look To APAC Cities
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with its rich cultural diversity and historical heritage, has become an increasingly popular destination for Muslim …
Diving Into The Halal Market
The inaugural World Halal Travel Summit & Exhibition takes place in the UAE capital this month, with 6,000 trade professionals, more than 200 …
How Halal Tourism Is Travelling In The Right Direction
A dedicated “halal cruise” is the latest in a stream of tourism offerings being marketed directly towards Muslim travellers, as global companies …
Malaysia: Major Drop In Number Of Tourist Arrivals
KUALA LUMPUR: Tourist arrivals as well as those travelling out have fallen significantly. Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) …
Singapore Launches Halal Travel Guide Book
Jakarta – The Singapore Tourism Board has launched a lawful (Halal) travel guide book for Muslim travelers from Indonesia.
“In connection …
HalalTrip Launches Mobile App To Drive Muslim Tourism Globally
HalalTrip, one of the world’s biggest online travel agents for Halal travel, today announced the launch of their new app, making place discovery and …
World Islamic Travel Summit To Debut In Abu Dhabi
The World Islamic Travel Summit (WITS15), the largest showcase of Halal travel & tourism solutions, is to debut in Abu Dhabi city, the capital of …
First Thailand Halal Assembly To Help Boost Trade, Travel With Islamic World
BANGKOK – An estimated 5,000 delegates are expected to meet in Bangkok between 28 – 30 December for the first “Thailand Halal Assembly …
Japan Tries To Tap Growing Muslim Tourist Market
TOKYO — Unsure whether they could find halal food in Japan, a group of Muslim school teachers from Malaysia went so far as to prepare their own …
Can Malaysian Model Of Islamic Tourism Save Yemen?
A major trend in today’s tourism market is the increased popularity and potential for Islamic Tourism. According to Research and Markets, which …
Brahim’s Dewina Group Tapping Japan Tourism Market
Brahim’s Dewina Group of Companies is busy assisting Japan in tapping the growing Muslim tourism market in that region. This is especially so, with …
Halal Tourism In Arab Countries
As the allure of Islamic holidays transforms into an industry approaching a trillion dirham valuation, hotels are pivoting to cater to the preferences …
Singapore, A Main Player In Muslim Tourism
Sixty million yen (S$700,000) and six months: that is the thing that TFK Corporation as of late used on revamping a kitchen in Tokyo’s occupied …
Spain To Be A Heaven For Muslim Tourists To Explore Their Lost History
In the mesmerizing twilight of Granada, an Andalusian city known for its rich history, Badiaa Lafdaili and Said Jellal embarked on an enchanting …
Vietnam Vying For Muslim Travelers
Vietnam, a country renowned for its vibrant culture and stunning landscapes, is increasingly becoming a destination of choice for Muslim travelers …
Marbella Becomes A Market Leader In Islamic Tourism In Spain
MARBELLA’s Hotel Alanda has received recognition for its efforts to cater for Arab guests by becoming Spain’s first ever certified ‘Halal-friendly’ …
Japan Eases Visa Rules For SE Asia
Japan said Tuesday it has significantly relaxed its visa requirements for visitors from Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam. Cahyani Ariya Wiji, …
Pilgrims Benefit From Orientation Program
Jeddah– Hundreds of pilgrims in the capital and in Jeddah benefited from a Haj orientation program held separately in the two cities last week. …
France Becomes Top European Destination Among Muslim Visitors
France has emerged as the most desirable travel destination in Europe by Muslim tourists, particularly among Malaysian travelers, according to a poll …
HTC Explores Prospects Of Halal Tourism In Maldives
A Maldivian has spoken at the first international Islamic conference held on Islamic tourism, known as the Halal Tourism Conference (HTC).
The Islamic …
More Japanese Hotels, Railways Offering Services To Muslim Tourists
An increasing number of hotels and railway companies in the Kansai region are becoming more hospitable to overseas Muslim tourists who strictly follow …
Saudi Kingdom Celebrates World Tourism Day To Foster Awareness Of Tourism
Saudi Arabia joined the rest of the world in observing the World Tourism Day on Saturday in order to foster awareness among citizens and expatriates …
Bahrain Eases Visa Policy To Boost Tourism, Business
– Bahrain now among the countries with the most flexible visa policies in the region –
– Nationals from over 100 countries set to …
Ecuador Eyeing UAE Investment In Tourism, Mining Sectors
‘Connecting with Ecuador’ trade forum which aims to boost bilateral trade relations, attended by 160 business leaders from the UAE
Dubai …
How To Prepare For The Journey Of Your Lifetime, The Hajj?
In this life people are usually aware of two kinds of journeys; those made to earn a livelihood and those undertaken for pleasure and sightseeing. The …
Halal Tourism Contributing Immensely To the Global Halal Economy
The main tour operators in the halal tourism, specializing in providing the Muslim population the possibility to maintain their Islamic customs …
Is Morocco Ignoring €103b Global Halal Tourism Market?
Morocco, a country with a rich Islamic heritage, is poised to tap into the growing global market of halal tourism. This specialized form of tourism …
Halal Expo To Help Make Japan More Muslim-Friendly
In response to a recent surge in Muslim tourists, a major halal-themed international expo will be held in Chiba Prefecture in November.
Titled Japan …
Halal Japanese Cuisine Becoming More Accessible To Muslim Tourists
Halal cuisine has become a hot topic in Japan—and not just by coincidence. The Japanese government has set a target of welcoming 20 million visitors …
10 Ways To Save Money While On Vacations (Halal)
With the rising costs of flying, heading some place far is becoming more and more of a Utopian dream for many of us. A vacation, however, really …
Spain Interested In Getting A Greater Pie Of The Growing Halal Tourism Industry
The term ” halal tourism ,” which refers to the tourism offerings for practicing Muslims, represents a turnover of € 103 billion …
Spain Opens EU’s First-Ever Halal Tourism Conference
Granada, Spain – The first ever international halal tourism conference opened on Monday, September 22, in Granada, Spain, bringing in key players in …
Philippines, Japan Share Experiences In Their Respective Halal Initiatives
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato, (PIA) — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) 12 confirmed today that Regional Director …
A No-Nonsense Guide To Halal Tourism
The first-ever Halal Tourism Conference (HTC) is set to take place on September 22 and 23 in Granada, Spain. At the event, hospitality and travel …
Islamic Arts Museum Rated 10th Popular Destination In Asia By TripAdvisor
KUALA LUMPUR — The Islamic Arts Museum was named the top museum in Malaysia and 10th in Asia in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards …
Philippines Ups Its Services For Muslim Tourists
Cebu, The Philippines – Top tourist destinations like Cebu are advised to gear up for the projected boom in travel by Muslim tourists, on the …
Qatari Muslim Tourists Choose Thailand As The Destination
Qatar – Qatari Muslim tourists rushed towards Thailand during Eid ul-Fitr holidays this year, Thailand is expecting a repeat performance through …
Muslim Tourism Growth Rate Increasing Enormously: May Be More Than 4.8% By Year 2020
Muslim tourism is a great market that is increasing day by day – ‘Global Muslim Lifestyle Travel Market: Landscape & Consumer Needs’. The study …
Restaurant ‘Muslim Friendly ‘ And ‘Pork Free’, What’s The Difference?
Jakarta– Japan is trying to become a tourist destination increasingly friendly to Muslim travelers. Travel guides for muslimpun fairly easy to …
Malaysia Promotes Medical Facilities For Omani Tourists
Muscat: For the second time this year, officials from the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council are visiting Oman to promote Malaysia as a potential …
First International Halal Tourism Conference Preps Get Underway
Spain will soon play host to the first international halal tourism conference. The event is scheduled to be held on 22-23 September 2014 in Andalucia. …
Halal Tourism Conference Attracts Hotel Experts
The inaugural international Halal Tourism Conference 2014, scheduled for September 22-23 in Andalucía, Spain, marks a significant milestone in the …
Confused Japan Tourism Agency Problem Halal Certification
Department of Tourism Japan now feel confused with the increasing number of Muslim tourists present in Japan. Not because of the number of tourists, …
Why Everyone Should Eat At Qila Halal Restaurant In Niagara
If you’ve never tried Indian food before you totally should and if you don’t know where to go to find the best Indian place around – save yourself …
Muslim Group Moots Tighter Laws To Protect Arab Tourists From Pork Eateries
KUALA LUMPUR, The authorities must act to compel food outlets to display their halal or non-halal signs more prominently to protect Arab tourists …
Halal Tourism Gradually Increasing In Turkey
“Muslims also like to enjoy the beach, make sandcastles and do all the things everyone wants to do,” says İqbal.
Along with their four children, Iqbal …
Midlands Businesses Asked To Increase Halal Tourism Boom
BUSINESSES which supply products and services to Muslims are being urged to tap into the global boom in halal tourism.
Tourism experts say the rise of …
Halal Medical Tourism in Malaysia On The Rise
Halal-Medical-Tourism
Muslim tourists have long chosen Malaysia, its beaches and its malls as a holiday destination thanks to cultural affinity.
Now …
Halal Tourism Rising Fast In Turkey
The number of hotels specifically catering to tourists who lead a pious Islamic lifestyle has grown sharply, according to recent statistics from the …
Halal Family Tourism Emerges As Islamic Economy Increasing, States Dubai Chamber Report
Family Tourism In Dubai
Research note says sector accounts for 12.5% of global tourism market
Dubai: Family tourism has emerged as a major segment of …
Turkey Became Fifth Best Tourism Choice Of Muslim Tourists As Europeans Feel Gains Of Halal Products
Turkey has been named the fifth European destination that Muslims from the Middle East and the Far East would like to visit as their next holiday, in …
Federation of Gulf Cooperation Council Chambers (FGCCC): Japan May Avail From Halal Trade Opportunities
Tokyo: The Federation of Gulf Cooperation Council Chambers (FGCCC) )’s Secretary-General Abdulrahim Hassan Naqi said that Japan may avail from …
Japan Enters Global Halal Market With Food Exports, Muslim Tourism
Japan Enters Global Halal Market With Food Exports, Muslim Tourism
Japan is taking steps to enter the global halal market with muslim tourism whose …
Halal Tourism: Multi-Entry Visa Boosts Dubai Cruise Tourism Sector
Halal Tourism : Multi-Entry Visa Boosts Dubai Cruise Tourism Sector
A new ruling in the UAE (Cabinet Resolution No. 22 of 2014) which took effect on 1 …
Dubai Welcomed 600,000 Visitors From 197 Countries During Eid Al Fitr holidays
About 600,000 visitors flocked to Dubai through the various entry points in the emirate during Eid Al Fitr holidays, according to the General …
Halal Market Growing High: European Halal Market Worth An Estimated $30bn
The European halal market is an increasingly important food segment. According to industry analysis, in the last few years the European halal market …
ASEAN Countries: Visa-Free Japan Draws Muslim Tourists
SINGAPORE, Muslim visitors to Japan are expected to reach one million a year by 2020, triple the 2013 level, as it further opens up to tourists, a …
Economic Zone World Initiatives Spur Dubai’s Drive To Become Global Islamic Economic Hub
Economic Zone World Initiatives Spur Dubai’s Drive To Become Global Islamic Economic Hub
Over the past months, EZW has launched multiple projects to …
Opinion: Exploring The $100b Plus Muslim Travel Market
Exploring the $100b plus Muslim travel market
Rushdi Siddiqui (Participation Finance/Banking) / 3 August 2014
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, …
Halal Tourism: Japan Expects Huge Money In Muslim Tourism
Singapore – Muslim visitors to Japan are expected to reach one million a year by 2020, triple the 2013 level, as it further opens up to …
China, Malaysia Promote Chinese Halal Industry Globally
The strong ties between China and Malaysia, particularly in the thriving Halal industry, were further reinforced at the recent Multinational …
Halal And Islamic Holiday And Imitated Lives
“Halal holidays” try to give holidays an Islamic identity by offering segregated beaches, spas and pool services to men and women. It is …
Muslim Tourists To Japan Forecast To Reach Upto One Million By 2020
Singapore-based CrescentRating, which promotes “halal” or Islam-compliant travel, said Southeast Asia would be a key source for Muslim …
Halal Tourism: Philippines Expands Offerings To Muslim Travellers
PREDOMINANTLY Catholic Philippines is gradually expanding its limited inventory of halal travel products to capture more of the small yet steadily …
Malaysia Eyes Halal Medical Tourism Crown
KUALA LUMPUR — Muslim tourists have long chosen Malaysia, its beaches and its malls as a holiday destination thanks to cultural affinity. Now the …
Multi-Million Dirham Resort To Put Khor Fakkan On The Tourist Map
Halal Tourism: Multi-Million Dirham Resort Will Put Khor Fakkan On The Tourist Map
KHOR FAKKAN // The quiet, east coast outpost of Khor Fakkan is off …
UAE To Bring In New Visa System To Boost Economy, Halal Tourism
Boosting Of Halal Tourism in UAE
The UAE said on Saturday it will bring in a new system for issuing and charging for visas from next month, aimed at …
Turkey Could Earn Billions from The Halal Tourism Market
Turkey has emerged as a top European destination which Muslims from Middle East and Far East would like to visit as their next holiday which could be …
Halal Friendly Tourism On the Rise
The journey towards becoming a leading destination in Halal friendly tourism may be complex, but the rewards—economic resilience, enriched cultural …
Saudi Tourists Spent More Than SR28 Billion Domestically In 2013
Domestic tourist spending reached more than SR28 billion last year, according to MAS, the statistical arm of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and …
Best Halal-Friendly Travel Destinations
Halal is an Arabic term which pertains to objects or actions which are permissible to use or take part of according to Islamic Law. The term also …
spain-to-host-first-ever-conference-on-halal-tourism-in-europe
Europe is hosting the first-ever international conference on halal tourism to look at how the industry can capitalise on one of the fastest growing …
Yemen Curbs Travel, Recruitment In Austerity Drive
Yemen’s president has ordered a raft of austerity steps, including a review of state-owned companies’ viability and curbs on foreign …
Global Halal Exchange Offers eMarketplace For Halal Products, Services
KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) — Dagang NeXchange Bhd has made the halal industry easier and more accessible via its globalhalalexchange.com, …
Kenya Keen To Boost Trade Ties With UAE
Dubai: The consul general of Kenya met with Expo Centre Sharjah’s chief executive in a bid to boost trade with the UAE, according to a statement on …
Emirates Islamic Offers Special Exchange Rates On Currencies For Summer Travel Season
Promotion focused on providing best exchange rates on currencies of major travel destinations
•Umrah and Haj travellers to benefit from discounted …
Halal Whale Meat On Menu As Japan Tries To Boost Muslim Tourism
In Japan, the tourism industry is adapting to the demands of Muslim travelers, offering amenities such as prayer rooms, locally made silk hijabs, and …
Halal Tourism Takes Off In Japan
In Japan, a country known for its cultural homogeneity and where the Muslim population is relatively small, there is a noticeable shift towards …
Tourism, Hospitality And Reality Supporting UAE Recovery: IMF
The UAE’s economic recovery is solid and backed by tourism, hospitality and rebounding real estate sectors, IMF said in a note on …
Gambia Joins Crusade to Promote Islamic Tourism
The Gambia has joined the world’s powerful Islamic states in promoting Islamic Tourism as a new ethical dimension of tourism that has a strong …
DUABI Expo 2020 to Boost Dubai Tourism
Dubai’s successful bid to host the World Expo 2020, announced in November 2013 in Paris, is expected to attract more than 25 million visitors. …
UAE: Dubai Expo 2020 To Provide 277,000 New Job Opportunities
Dubai Expo 2020
Reem Ibrahim Al Hashimi, Minister of State and Managing Director of World Expo 2020, stated during a gathering organised by Sharjah …
Dubai Named Among World’s Top Tourism Hotspots
Dubai has been named in the world’s top 25 holiday destinations in the annual awards run by TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel …