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Halal and Islamic Tourism

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This book explores Halal and Islamic tourism, offering key insights into the motivations, experiences and preferences of Muslim travellers, with particular attention to women and the role of Maqasi...
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Informs the tourism industry how to better respond to the specific needs and values of this important and growing market.

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of Halal and Islamic tourism and their relevance in the contemporary travel industry, along with an in-depth analysis of the unique characteristics of Muslim tourists, offering insights into faith-informed journeys. It presents the principles, significance and growth of Halal and Islamic tourism, with an emphasis on the role of Maqasid al-Shari'ah in shaping this type of tourism.

The volume examines Muslim travellers’ motivations, experiences and preferences, with a special focus on Muslim women travellers. It also offers perspective on how sustainability and eco-friendly practices, emerging trends and technology can enrich and transform the future of Halal and Islamic tourism.

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Price: $39.95
Pages: 176
Publisher: Channel View Publications
Imprint: Channel View Publications
Series: Tourism Essentials
Publication Date: 12 May 2026
Trim Size: 8.25 X 5.85 in
ISBN: 9781845419547
Format: Paperback
BISACs:

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, sports, leisure and tourism industries, RELIGION / Islam / General, RELIGION / Islam / Rituals & Practice, RELIGION / Pilgrims & Pilgrimages, Islam, Pilgrimage, Religious sites / Holy or sacred places

This timely book offers essential insights into the growing Muslim travel market. Rigorous research, combined with practical guidance and the author’s unique perspective, will enrich your understanding of Halal tourism’s opportunities and evolving consumer preferences. This book will equip academics and tourism professionals to develop Muslim-friendly tourism experiences and destinations, particularly in view of technology and future trends.

Hera Oktadiana is a postgraduate academic at the Trisakti Institute of Tourism, Indonesia, an Adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University and James Cook University, Australia and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Brawijaya, Indonesia. She is also the founder of the Halal, Sustainability and Inclusive Tourism (HaSIM) Forum and Muslim Women in Tourism and Hospitality. Her research interests include tourist behaviour, Muslim tourists, Halal and Islamic tourism, tourism education and sustainable tourism.

Introduction

Chapter 1. Islamic Tourism and Halal Tourism      

Chapter 2. Muslim Tourists 

Chapter 3. Muslim Women’s Travel Experiences  

Chapter 4. Products and Services in Halal and Islamic Tourism 

Chapter 5. Destinations       

Chapter 6. Sustainable and Responsible Tourism

Chapter 7. The Evolving Landscape and Future Outlook 

Appendix