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Saturday, June 15, 2024 Halal tourism, also known as Muslim-friendly tourism. For Muslim travelers, the appeal of vacationing in a halal-friendly locale is unmatched. Such destinations eliminate the risk of inadvertently adopting a pescatarian diet, provide easy access to prayer facilities, and eliminate the need for travel shattafs.

As the fastest-growing faith globally, Islam constitutes the second-largest religious group, with Indonesia leading as the country with the highest Muslim population, followed by Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Egypt, Iran, and Turkey. This segment also includes other variations like Shariah Tourism and Ziyarah Tourism, which cater to specific religious or cultural preferences. Islam is the world’s most rapidly expanding religion, currently accounting for approximately 24.



9% of the global population, with over 1.9 billion adherents. This positions Muslims as the second largest religious group globally the majority reside in Asia.

In Southeast Asia, Islamic tourism is gaining momentum, notably in Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia, prompting initiatives like the Joint Seminar on Islamic Tourism (JoSIT). This seminar facilitates bilateral discussions and cooperation on Islamic tourism sustainability, with industry experts from Southeast Asia sharing insights and best practices. The Muslim Travel Intent Tracker (MTIT) and the Muslim Traveler Responsible Tourism Framework.

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