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6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Halal Holidays Officially Launches HalalHolidaysasia to Meet the Soaring Demand for Muslim Friendly Travel Across Asia
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA / / May 31, 2025 / Halal Holidays today announced the official launch of its dedicated Muslim-friendly travel platform, addressing the rapidly expanding halal tourism sector projected to reach US$225 billion by 2028. The new platform offers fully halal-certified travel packages, accommodations, and seamless booking experiences specifically designed for faith-conscious travellers. The launch comes as industry research from CrescentRating indicates Asia is positioned to become the next major halal travel hotspot, with Muslim travellers increasingly seeking travel options that align with their religious requirements while still delivering premium experiences. "Halal Holidays was founded with a simple mission: to make it easy for Muslims to travel confidently and comfortably," said Vincent Tan, founder of Halal Holidays. "We understand that faith plays a crucial role in travel decisions, and our goal is to provide a platform whereMuslim travellers can find reliable, convenient, and fulfilling holiday options - all in one place." The newly launched website features a comprehensive range of halal-certified travel packages across popular Asian destinations, including Thailand, Japan, Turkey, the Maldives, South Korea, Indonesia, and the UAE. Each package guarantees essential Muslim-friendly amenities including 100% halal-certified meals, prayer facilities, modest accommodation options, and culturally sensitive services. differentiates itself through specialized offerings, including halal beach holidays, family-friendly packages, luxury escapes, cultural tours highlighting Islamic heritage sites, and Umrah Add-On Packages that combine spiritual journeys with leisure travel. The platform's Umrah series allows travellers to coordinate religious pilgrimages with visits to nearby countries while maintaining Islamic etiquette. "From search to booking, we've made sure delivers a frictionless and trustworthy experience," said Vincent Tan. "We want to eliminate the anxiety Muslims often feel when booking travel, especially when unsure about halal options abroad." The mobile-responsive platform enables users to browse packages by destination, theme, or travel type, with transparent information about included halal amenities. The site also offers real-time support from Muslim travel consultants fluent in English, Malay, and Arabic. Post-pandemic travel trends show Muslim travellers increasingly prioritizing meaningful experiences, spiritual rejuvenation, and ethical tourism options. Asia's cultural diversity, affordability, and growing Muslim population position it as an ideal region for halal tourism growth. The company has established strategic partnerships with halal-certified hotels, Islamic tour operators, restaurants, and community centres to build a comprehensive ecosystem for Muslim travellers. Future development plans include a mobile app, loyalty programs, and content collaborations with Muslim lifestyle influencers. "We're not just selling vacations. We're helping Muslims reconnect with the world, with their families, and with their faith - through travel," added Vincent Tan. For more information or to book a halal-certified holiday package, visit About Halal Holidays Halal Holidays is a specialized travel company dedicated to providing halal-certified, Muslim-friendly travel packages for modern travellers. With a focus on spiritual comfort, cultural discovery, and seamless booking experiences, the company serves individual travellers, families, and corporate groups throughout Asia and beyond. Contact Details Halal Holidays Vincent Tan+60 3-9282 3060info@ Company Website SOURCE: Halal Holidays View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
The Star
21-05-2025
- The Star
A floral escape in the mountains of Taiwan
Witness the vibrant blooms at Yangmingshan's Bamboo Lake in Taipei, Taiwan. — Taipei Travel Net Walking through a field of white calla lilies and surrounded by fresh mountain air is one of the best ways to welcome spring in Taiwan. While lilies bloom here from March to April, this same field transforms into an expanse of vibrant hydrangeas throughout May to June. This scenic field of flowers at Yangmingshan's Bamboo Lake, located in Taipei city, is home to the 100-day Bamboo Lake Calla Lily and Hydrangea Festival. The event is technically made up of two parts: The lily festival, which was held recently, has been celebrated for over two decades, while the hydrangea festival will kick off on May 23. The latter is currently in its 13th year, and will run until June 22. Themed 'A World Of Imagination', this year's event showcases creative foliage displays crafted by local farmers. Visitors can also experience two unique installations that make for ideal photo backdrops: The Tree Frog Dream House and the Wheel Of Love. Enjoy scenic nature walks, discover clear mountain creeks, join craft workshops, and sample local delicacies at the festival. 'Flowers create a unique bond between nature and people. As Taipei continues to enhance its Muslim-friendly offerings, we are committed to providing well-equipped facilities and thoughtful services to ensure all travellers feel welcomed and at ease,' Abe Chou, the director of Kuala Lumpur's Taiwan Tourism Administration office, said in a press statement. Recognised as one of the Muslim-friendly destinations, ranking third among non-organisation of Islamic Cooperation nations in the 2024 Global Muslim Travel Index, Taipei offers a range of halal dining options, prayer facilities at major attractions, and services tailored for Muslim travellers. Additionally, Taipei was awarded the 'Most Promising Muslim-Friendly Travel Destination City' by CrescentRating, a Singapore-based research organisation.
South China Morning Post
11-02-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Halal honour to give Muslims taste for city
Muslims attending events at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre can now feel more confident about their needs being met on its receipt of the highest accreditation by an internationally recognised halal travel promotion company. As the city's first such venue to obtain gold certification, the centre has set a good example. It should encourage tourism, hospitality and other relevant sectors to expand efforts to increase the appeal of the city to Muslims. The centre's management company revealed in January that Singapore-based CrescentRating had awarded the venue top marks in the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (Mice) category. The facility scored well by serving halal-certified food at concession stands during events and offering such tailor-made dishes upon request. Designated prayer spaces were provided with mats, qibla markings and nearby washing facilities. Its achievement follows a government push for better promotion of Muslim-friendly business activities and tourism, and greater awareness that international exhibitions and conferences are increasingly attracting people from Muslim countries. Last year, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu encouraged local businesses to look to the Middle East and Southeast Asia, including by offering better dining options for Muslims. The Tourism Board rolled out an accreditation system for hotels and attractions to complement existing halal restaurant credentials.
