Five of Malaysia’s Best Outdoor Adventures
Malaysia rarely demands attention. It does not posture as an extreme adventure destination, nor does it shout about its landscapes. Instead, it …
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The 10 Best Halal-Friendly Places to Travel in 2026
Halal-friendly travel destinations in 2026 are no longer limited to a handful of Muslim-majority countries. The global Muslim travel market hit 176 …
Stay Connected Abroad: A Guide to Using eSIMs for Your Next Vacation
You need the best communication method with your partner or other loved ones while on vacation. eSIMS are a good option for anyone who wants to stay …
Which Is the Most Visited Muslim City in the World?
Just after sunrise in Istanbul, when the Bosphorus is still wrapped in a gauzy mist, the city feels suspended between centuries. The minarets stand in …
From Headlines to Hashtags: The Power of Media in Framing Halal & Sustainable Tourism
As Muslim travel continues to expand into one of the fastest-growing segments of the global tourism economy, a group of scholars, media leaders and …
2026’s Biggest Travel Trend: Meaningful Journeys for Muslim Travelers
Travel is changing. After years of fast-paced vacations, tightly packed itineraries, and the constant pressure to “see as much as possible,” a quiet …
Norway’s Most Beautiful Fjords: Routes You Must Experience at Least Once
Norway’s fjords are among the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders—towering cliffs, mirror-still waters, and ancient landscapes sculpted by ice …
IsDB Institute Kicks Off eBook Reader App Review Competition
The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI), the research and knowledge arm of the Islamic Development Bank Group, is proud to announce the launch …
Taiwan Beefs Up Efforts To Attract Muslim Visitors
Taiwan’s streets are alive with the smell of sizzling dumplings and sweet bubble tea, neon signs flickering above crowded night markets. For years, …
Halal Bosnia Tours: Unlock Muslim-Friendly Adventures with 5D-Travel
People often say Bosnia and Herzegovina is Europe’s best-kept secret — a country where East meets West not in theory but in everyday life, where …
Philippines Accelerates Plans To Develop Halal Tourism
The Philippines, Long Overlooked by Muslim Travelers, Mounts an Ambitious Bid to Become a Halal Tourism Powerhouse
MANILA — The Philippines is moving …
Top 10 Muslim Countries To Visit in 2026
There’s a moment when a traveler steps off a plane and the world seems to open in a new way: the call to prayer echoing across a centuries-old city, …
Tourism Grows Steadily In MEA Region Despite Political Uncertainty
When the sun sets over Doha’s Souq Waqif, crowds thicken in a way that would have been difficult to imagine a few years ago. Families from Riyadh …
Japan’s Visa-Free Strategy Is Driving a New Wave of Muslim Tourism from ASEAN
In early October, a Malaysian family landed in Osaka for what they expected would be a routine immigration check. Instead, their passports were …
Top 10 Best Halal-Friendly Destinations in 2026
As global Muslim travel rebounds to pre-pandemic momentum, a major shift is taking shape: destinations are no longer treating halal-friendly …
What Is the Cheapest Halal-Friendly Destination in the World?
When global Muslim travel is projected to reach 245 million arrivals by 2030, spending hundreds of billions of dollars, the question of affordability …
Spain Emerges as a Muslim-Friendly Travel Haven Beyond Andalucía
On a golden afternoon in Córdoba, the call to prayer softly echoes through the narrow lanes of the Judería, weaving between whitewashed walls and …
Lam Dong Enhances Halal-Friendly Tourism for Malaysian Travelers
In the misty highlands of Vietnam’s Central Highlands, Lam Dong Province is making a strategic play to capture a slice of the booming global …
Where Modern Luxury Meets Halal Harmony at Le Méridien Bangkok
Discover an inspiring blend of design, faith-friendly comfort, and world-class cuisine.
Bangkok, Thailand – Le Méridien Bangkok, a five-star …
The Sun Rises on the Japanese Tourism Industry Again
For much of the past half-decade, Japan’s world-famous stages — the neon canyons of Tokyo, the mossy temples of Kyoto, the snowfields of Hokkaido — …
How Can Major Airlines Attract Muslim Travelers for Higher Revenues
In 2024, 176 million Muslim travelers crossed borders by air, a 25% leap in just one year. That surge fuels a $300 billion Halal tourism market …
Halal Tourism in Iran Welcomes Growing Number of Muslim Travelers
Iran welcomed 4.16 million international tourists in 2024, a 24 percent increase from the previous year, with the majority arriving from …
Halal Tourism in Macao Welcomes Middle East Travelers
MACAO — October 28, 2025 — In a bold move to capture a growing share of the lucrative Middle Eastern travel market, Macao has unveiled an ambitious …
Cappadocia’s New Gem: Historic Cave Hotel Blends Ancient Charm with Modern Luxury
UÇHİSAR, Nevşehir – A new standard for luxury and historical immersion has been set in the heart of Cappadocia, Turkiye, with the official opening of …