The numbers of muslims travelling to turkey is increasing day by day. These are just some of the facilities attracting an increasing number of muslim travellers to halalfriendly hotels in turkey. It is the fourth in the global ranking of the global muslim travel index, just behind malaysia, indonesia and the united arab emirates. Turkey, s strong candidate grabbinh for a larger share of halal tourism, is preparing to offer a lot more convenience for muslim tourists mainly coming from the gulf countries.
We are a group of people who came together to achieve more than just one mission. Mohamed battour associate professor at faculty of commerce, tanta university, egypt read more on opinion. Turkey has it all whether you are searching for a city break in istanbul or ankara, a beach resort, golf, spa or ski hotel. Guidelines on halal tourism management in the andaman sea. In this sense, the aim of this study is to examine the status o f halal tourism as an alternative tourism activity in the world and in turkey and probe on the strategies of the countries in the. These special needs have been largely ignored before 11. In short, there are three categories of islamic tourism.
Secretarygeneral, international halal tourism organisation. We have a full schedule of all attractions and activities in advance to assure everything will be modest and in accordance to best muslim practice. Pdf halal tourism, the new product in islamic leisure tourism. Egypt, turkey, it is noticed that the majority of such halal tourism packages are not fully halal as they fail to comply with the rules, guidance and requirements of islamic shariah andor the halal concept. The city has many great resorts and hotels for you to spend your time at while on holiday in antalya. It is a 10minute walk from wat phnom and russian market. Pdf turkish studies international internet and halal.
Halal tourism takes off as travel companies cater to. This is the first book which proposes a theoretical concept of halal tourism that takes into consideration the islamic law, the target customers, the location of tourism activities, the products. About us about us norway halal tours provide comprehensive muslim holidays, from picking you up at the airport, to touring norways greatest attractions and providing traditional halal food. Bars without alcohol, segregated swimming pools and designated prayer areas are just some of the facilities attracting an increasing number of. Malaysia, turkey and many more countries are trying to attract muslim tourists from all. Nov 02, 2017 bars without alcohol, segregated swimming pools and designated prayer areas are just some of the facilities attracting an increasing number of muslim travelers to halal friendly hotels. Understanding the economics of halal tourism tourism. As islam people, we should research into and choose halal products.
An on the go personalized travel solutions brand, focusing on providing exceptional travel experiences for all our avid globetrotters. Europe is hosting the firstever international conference on halal tourism to look at how the industry can capitalise on one of the fastest growing sectors in the world. Turkey ranks third in halal tourism market by raising its. The study of tourism in the muslim world can be about religious topics such as hajj and pilgrimage, but it actually means and involves much more. Halal tourism on the rise in turkey waves of attacks, coup attempts and much more. Pdf on oct 1, 2015, mevlut akyol and others published turkish studies international internet and halal.
L83, n53, q57, z31, z32, introduction tourism religious and spiritual motivation has become widespread and. Turkey 1,000 years of islamic heritage significant historic and sight seeing attractions %50 of worlds halal hotel facilities are based in turkey opportunity to bring muslim travellers throughout the year winter, summer, thermal tourism %25 occupancy rate difference between halal vs regular hotels. Many stress the fact that any strategy to develop or market halal tourism products and services must be guided by islamic teachings and principles in all their aspects. Kuala lumpur welcomes the muslim travellers others didnt want after 911 it was difficult for many muslims to travel to europe and the us, so malaysias capital stepped in to. The cham maly halal restaurant, locating at the muslim area of phnom penh, it is in front of the national grand masjid al serkal as the best turkish design sponsored by isa naser al serkal, emiratian. Along with the development of the global islamic economy, then this type of tourism is undergoing a metamorphosis. Indonesia aims to attract more muslim visitors in halal tourism push. Halal tourism takes off as travel companies cater to muslim. It is the fourth in the global ranking of the global. The perception of nonmuslim tourists towards halal.
Guidelines on halal tourism management in the andaman. Publications on halal tourism were examined in the context of years, numbers, genres, research fields, fields of study, journals in which they are found, the number of authors and page number of. The study of tourism in the muslim world can be about religious topics such as hajj and pilgrimage, but it actually. The socalled halal tourism market was once seen as a niche by travelrelated companies, but many are now catering to muslim travelers worldwide. Selim soylu, the general manager of alaiye hotels, which includes the 406room adin beach hotel, said halal tourism is a rising trend across the world, adding that the welfare and economic developments that turkey has achieved over the past 10 years have turned taking a vacation from a luxury to a necessity. A new goldmine for tourism geetanjali ramesh chandra assistant professor, amity university dubai campus, dubai, united arab emirates abstract halal tourism is a new product in the tourism industry market. Recently, halal tourism has been emerging as lucrative tourism niche both in muslim and nonmuslim countries destinations. In indonesia, halal tourism has long been grown in the form of a pilgrimage undertaken by people with religious motivation. This niche market offers a great prospective for halal tourism. Markets in which turkey can operate in the field of halal tourism and priority tourism. Tourism is a major market in muslim countries such as morocco, turkey, egypt and malaysia, nevertheless less than 10% of international tourism. Halal tourists want alcoholfree environments when traveling and separation of the sexes at areas like beaches and swimming pools. The concept of islamic hotel is an example of how these needs can be fulfilled.
Understanding behavior and needs of halal tourism in andaman. The demand for halal resorts, hotels or transporttation reveals the reluctance of religious conservative families and. In less conservative muslim countries such as malaysia, islamic tourism is considered a tourism product by highlighting the values, history and culture as its unique selling proposition henderson 2003. The hotels in such destinations do not serve alcohol and have separate swimming pools and spa facilities for men and women. Many stress the fact that any strategy to develop or market halal. Population of muslim in the world muslim travelers components of tourism industry religious tourism. Understanding behavior and needs of halal tourism in. In the recent years, turkey has developed a strong relation with the gulf and middle eastern states while also establishing relationships with arabs. There is now a growing interest in halal tourism from the perspectives of both industry and academic research. With the countrys population comprising over 60% muslims, malaysias tourism policy stands on ensuring a hasslefree travel experience for all muslim travellers and to offer them an environment which is in line with their lifestyles. Halal tourism in turkey htt is a tourism consulting company which provides services to muslim families.
Oct 25, 2015 the socalled halal tourism market was once seen as a niche by travelrelated companies, but many are now catering to muslim travelers worldwide. It takes a little more than two hour drive from antalya airport to reach the seaside report of alanya. Tourists from other islamic countries, such as pakistan, palestine, turkey, iran, saudi arabia, and kazakhstan, have also increased. Nov 26, 2017 indonesia aims to attract more muslim visitors in halal tourism push. Iran and turkey represent 16 percent of global muslim tourism expenditure.
Ministries of tourism, travel agencies, hotels and resorts, airlines and the like are tapping into the muslim market by offering goods, services and experiences that are halal, or permissible under koranic law. Halal tourism revives turkey as a tourist destination. Parallels halal tourism is an emerging trend in the travel industry. Due to the multidisciplinary scope of the subject matter, there exist confusions regarding halal tourism, muslimfriendly and islamic tourism terms. Other countries are now investing heavily in business, turkish real estate and choosing the country as their favorite holiday destination. Malaysia, turkey and many more countries are trying to attract muslim tourists from all over the world offering facilities in accordance with the religious. Although turkey is one of most visited halal tourism destinations in the world, papers related to halal hospitality practices in turkey are scarce. Sep 28, 2015 selim soylu, the general manager of alaiye hotels, which includes the 406room adin beach hotel, said halal tourism is a rising trend across the world, adding that the welfare and economic developments that turkey has achieved over the past 10 years have turned taking a vacation from a luxury to a necessity. Since, the significant role of tourism in thai economy has long been recognized, thai government has granted. Hence, this study is aimed to examine halal tourism management practices in the andaman sea coast of thailand catering for travelers from muslim countries. Halal restaurant cambodia halal tourism leading halal. In total, there are 152 tourist facilities in turkey that are considered halal.
Saudi arabia, islamic tourism means doing tourism the islamic way such as performing hajj zamanifarahani and henderson 2009. This paper aims to explore the perceptions of nonmuslim tourists towards halal tourism in malaysia and turkey. Mft is defined as halal conscious travelers, traveling for any purpose, which is halal permissible. Muslim travel index europe launched at the halal tourism conference granada conference and exhibition centre, andalucia, spain globalregional trends and policies in promoting muslim friendly tourism products and. It also investigates the extent to which nonmuslim tourists are willing to purchase.
For a long time, tourism industry had been exclusive against muslims for it was fenced by the so called haram activities. The role and potential of halal tourism in turkey springerlink. Current study is a conceptual paper that aims to fill this gap through evaluating recent halal hospitality developments in alanya, turkey. Since, the significant role of tourism in thai economy has long been recognized, thai government has granted various facilities to tourism agencies to develop other potential areas in the tourism industry, and developing halal tourism is a promising approach to attract more tourists. Turkey is your favorite destination for halal tourism, because of what it have of stunning views, tourist areas and great see and mountain views. Motivating factors of islamic tourists destination loyalty.
How halal tourism is travelling in the right direction the. Increasing halal tourism potential at andaman gulf in. England, italy, turkey, france and germany are the most. It also investigates the extent to which nonmuslim tourists are willing to purchase certain types of halal products and services. The arab spring affects the outbound tourists from middle east. In a global economy that is growing, halal tourism presents an. Over the last few years, there was a boycott of turkey as a tourist destination, but we saw that halal tourism thrives during this period, said the chief marketing officer of for international islamic vacations, ufuk secgin. How halal tourism is travelling in the right direction. Although the arab spring proved beneficial for tourism industry in uae, turkey, and malaysia where there was recorded an increase in demand for hotel rooms from yemen, syria, iraq, and. Turkey was ranked as the third halalfriendly muslim destination in the world, in 2015.
Antalya is the tourist hub of turkey the biggest international sea resort in the turkish riviera. Malaysia the topranked destination for muslim travellers has always been a prominent centre for muslim travelers. Adding to that the islamic culture of the lifestyle also the logical prices in most of the tourist aspects, here is a list of some luxury hotels that do not serve alcohol in turkey. Jul 23, 2018 turkey is a very popular destination for halal tourism. These include islamic tourism, halal tourism, shariah compliant tourism and services, etc. Understanding the economics of halal tourism presentation from 29 may 20. Muslimfriendly tourism holidays and travel in accordance with islamic beliefs and practices. Halal tourism practises and activities are affected by the political environment in middle east. Save your favorite travel ideas and see them on a map. We can help you find the best halal hotel in turkey for you and your family. Understanding behavior and needs of halal tourism in andaman gulf of thailand. Motivating factors of islamic tourists destination.
Halal tourism is a subcategory of tourism which is geared towards muslim families who abide by rules of islam. The western region of the mediterranean coast of turkey is known for its sandy beaches and exciting water sports and activities. Turkey is a very popular destination for halal tourism. These include islamic tourism, halal tourism, shariah compliant tourism and. Muslim world and its tourisms jafar jafari university of wisconsinstout, usa noel scott university of queensland, australia abstract. Adding to that the islamic culture of the lifestyle also the logical prices in most of the tourist aspects, here is a list of some luxury hotels that. Understanding the economics of halal tourism free download as powerpoint presentation. Turkey is without doubt one of the worlds leading destinations for halal tourism.
Halal tourism, which arises from the growth in the number of muslim travellers worldwide and the rapid. Turkey ranks third in the market right after malaysia and indonesia, ete said. Pdf on nov 21, 2016, huseyin pamukcu and others published a new trend in the turkish. Turkey was ranked as the third halal friendly muslim destination in the world, in 2015. Malaysia, turkey and many more countries are trying to attract muslim tourists. In this study the term muslim friendly tourism mft has been used based on the analysis presented in chapter 1. Halal tourism in malaysia stands on ensuring a hasslefree travel experience for all muslim travellers with an abundance of muslimfriendly facilities. Halal tourism is, therefore, a subcategory of tourism geared toward muslim families who consider that it is important to abide by the rules of islam when traveling. This study confirms that halal tourism is a tourism industry which has contributed to economic growth in indonesia, although the world economy slows down. The population for islam religion may consist of 30% of the world by 2025 ukessays, 2014.
Search our wide selection of halal hotels in turkey. Travelers have been avoiding turkey as a destination in the past years. Halal tourism a rising trend in turkey daily sabah. Halal tourism news related to halal food, finance, tourism. As global halal tourism grows, turkey eyes bigger share. Halal market concept, muslim consumers expenditure is nearly % of global market and share. Increasing halal tourism potential at andaman gulf in thailand for muslim country. Antalya also serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding areas and the nearby resort of davras. Halal tourism is a new product in the tourism industry which provides holiday. We can help you find the best halal hotel in turkey for you and. Muslim visitor guide to antalya, turkey halal trip.