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The Future of Halal Tourism

International Muslim arrivals and broader Muslim-friendly travel spending are measured differently and should not be combined, but both point the same way. Arri

Akhyari Hananto

August 4, 2026 7:10 PM GMT+7

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Data Sources

Figures compiled from Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index 2026, DinarStandard State of the Global Islamic Economy, UN Tourism, WTTC, and national tourism authorities. Regional 2030 figures are analytical scenarios, not official forecasts.

International Muslim arrivals and broader Muslim-friendly travel spending are measured differently and should not be combined, but both point the same way. Arrivals are set to grow at roughly 6 percent a year through 2030. The wider spending measure grows faster, at an estimated 11.2 percent a year, as travelers spend more per trip on halal food, certified stays, and family-oriented services.

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