This annual event celebrates significant achievements and innovations within the Muslim-friendly travel sector, highlighting the global influence of destinations, service providers, and marketing campaigns dedicated to addressing the evolving needs of Muslim travelers.
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The Halal In Travel Awards 2024, hosted at the Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, marked the conclusion of the 4th Halal In Travel Global Summit. This annual event celebrates significant achievements and innovations within the Muslim-friendly travel sector, highlighting the global influence of destinations, service providers, and marketing campaigns dedicated to addressing the evolving needs of Muslim travelers.
Recognising Excellence Across Four Key Categories
The awards recognized 14 exceptional recipients across four categories, celebrating excellence in Muslim-friendly tourism.
Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) Awards
These awards honor destinations highly ranked in the GMTI 2024 for their efforts in creating welcoming environments for Muslim travelers. The 2024 honorees are:
- Top Muslim-friendly Destination of The Year: Malaysia – Noted for its cultural heritage and inclusive tourism infrastructure, Malaysia offers Muslim visitors a seamless travel experience.
- Top Muslim-friendly Destination of The Year: Indonesia – Indonesia’s diverse cultural landscape and strong halal tourism initiatives make it a top choice for Muslim travelers seeking adventure and spirituality.
- 3rd Top Muslim-friendly Destination of The Year: Saudi Arabia – As the center of Islamic heritage, Saudi Arabia continues to enhance its offerings for Muslim travelers.
- Top Destination of The Year (non-OIC): Singapore – Singapore’s multicultural environment and commitment to halal-friendly amenities make it a prime destination for Muslim travelers.
Muslim-Friendly Service Provider Awards
These awards celebrate establishments excelling in providing tailored services for Muslim travelers. This year’s distinguished awardees include:
- Muslim-Friendly Hotel of The Year: Fairmont Singapore – Known for luxurious accommodations and halal-certified dining, Fairmont Singapore sets a high standard for Muslim-friendly hospitality.
- Muslim-Friendly Beach Resort of The Year: Adin Beach Hotel – This resort offers a unique blend of relaxation and halal-friendly amenities.
- Muslim-Friendly Convention & Exhibition Centre of The Year: Movenpick Hotel and Convention Center KLIA – Recognized for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to halal services.
- Muslim-Friendly Tour Operator of The Year: Taiwan Learning Trip – Known for culturally immersive tours and halal-friendly services.
- Muslim-Friendly Airline of The Year: Royal Brunei Airlines – Excels in providing services tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers.
HalalTrip Travelers Choice Awards
These awards highlight destinations offering enriching and authentic halal-friendly travel experiences:
- Islamic Heritage Destination of The Year: Bukhara – Offers travelers an immersive experience into Islamic heritage.
- Halal Travel Marketing Campaign of The Year: Andalusia – Turespana’s campaign for Andalucia highlights its Islamic history and halal-friendly attractions.
- Most Diverse Halal Dining City of The Year: Singapore – Known for its diverse culinary scene with numerous halal dining options.
Halal Travel Personalities of the Year
These awards honor individuals making significant contributions to promoting and enhancing halal travel:
- Halal Travel Influencer of The Year: Ikuto Hongu (@navito_halal) – Known for engaging content and authentic experiences.
- Halal Travel Tour Guide of The Year: Fayrouz Holliday-October – Renowned for her knowledge and storytelling.
- Halal Travel Scholar of The Year: Dr. Mohamed Battour – Recognized for his scholarly contributions to halal travel.
Fazal Bahardeen, CEO of CrescentRating & HalalTrip, commented: “The Halal In Travel Awards inspire more destinations and service providers to cater to Muslim travelers’ needs. This year’s awardees are pioneers, creating inclusive and innovative travel experiences for the global Muslim community, setting high standards for the industry.”
About CrescentRating
CrescentRating (Crescentrating Pte Ltd) is the leading authority on Halal travel and tourism, providing insights and guidance on all aspects of halal travel to organizations worldwide. Founded in 2008, its services are used across the tourism industry to better serve the needs of Muslim travelers.
Source: CrescentRating
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