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
Every year, millions of Muslims embark on a sacred pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, known as Hajj. …
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 …
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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
Every year, millions of Muslims embark on a sacred pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, known as Hajj. It is a spiritual journey that forms one of the …
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
In recent years, halal tourism has emerged as a significant trend in the global tourism industry. It refers to a form of travel that caters to Muslim …
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?
What is Halal tourism? What do you need to know as a Muslim who plans to travel soon? What is the bare minimum you need to provide to your Muslim …
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 …
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 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 …
Qatar Airways Gets ‘World’s Best Airline’ Award For 2021
It hasn’t been a great year for airlines, thanks to Covid’s impact on the aviation industry, but for one Middle East carrier, it’s …
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
Malaysia’s diverse culinary heritage has the potential to attract a growing number of Muslim visitors from other countries, said the Islamic …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 Philippines is expecting a 15 to 20 percent increase in the number of Qatari visitors this year while setting a target of seven to eight million …
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 …
Malaysian Companies To Export Halal Food Products To China
SHAH ALAM: The Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (Risda) targets to market food products such as biscuits and chocolates by its …
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 …
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 …
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. …
Muslims Tourists Look To APAC Cities
Cities from the Asia-Pacific region have today been named as the world’s top shopping destinations for Muslim tourists, according to MasterCard and …
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 …
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 Islamic occasions turn into a close to trillion dirham industry, lodgings are centering all the more on Muslims
fun for everybody: Sharjah is …
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
Night falls in Granada. Badiaa Lafdaili and Said Jellal leave their bags at the hotel and head out into the Andalusian city to explore. The Moroccan …
Vietnam Vying For Muslim Travellers
HO CHI MINH CITY, More Muslim travellers from Indonesia, Malaysia, India, and the Middle East are visiting Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of …
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 …
More Japanese Hotels, Railways Offering Services To Muslim Tourists
OSAKA — An increasing number of hotels and railway companies in the Kansai region are becoming more hospitable to overseas Muslim tourists who …
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?
Grenada: The Andalusian city of Granada hosted on 22 and 23 September 2014, the first international conference of “halal tourism,” devoted …
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
Hotel experts from around the world are set to take to the stage at the first ever international halal tourism conference.
Taking place in Andalucía, …
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
YINCHUAN, (Xinhuanet) — The Multinational E-commerce Import & Export Trade Conference between the Malaysian Port Klang Free Zone and Halal …
Halal And Islamic Holiday And Imitated Lives
“Halal holidays” try to give holiday an Islamic identity by offering segregated beaches, spa 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; Which Destinations Are The Most Popular?
Halal Friendly Tourism
The race to corner France’s Muslim market, which has already seen the development of such products as halal candy, cosmetics …
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 …
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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, …
Dubai’s ‘Ramadan Night Market’ Is Back
11-day expo offers free entry for all
Dubai’s night market during the holy month of Ramadan is all set to open its doors on Thursday, July 17, at …
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 Tourism Takes Off In Japan
Prayer rooms, hijabs made from local silk and even halal-certified whale meat are appearing in Japan as tourism bosses wake up to the demand from …
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 …
Jeddah: The Rising Star of Tourism and Commerce in Saudi Arabia
Nestled along the Red Sea coastline, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia’s second-largest city, has steadily emerged as a major tourism and commercial hub. …