Religious Tourism
Agoda reveals surge in Indian spiritual travel
Agoda reveals surge in Indian spiritual travel
Thailand is redefining tourism success by putting more emphasis on visitor value
Thailand is shifting its tourism strategy away from simply counting arrivals, with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) putting greater emphasis on visitor value, longer stays, repeat visits, regional distribution and the wellbeing of local communities.
Holy Land pilgrimage trade freezes as 2026 regional conflict escalates
The Middle Eastern pilgrimage sector possesses an intrinsic resilience unlike any other travel segment in the world.
Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj housing rules as early 2027 planning begins
Saudi Arabia is tightening the rules governing Hajj accommodation and pilgrim services ahead of the 2027 season, pushing compliance further
Cambodia celebrates opening of Phnom Penh Temple
Cambodia celebrates opening of Phnom Penh Temple
Bettr and Muslim Pro launch Umrah financing in Malaysia
Bettr and Muslim Pro launch Umrah financing in Malaysia
Saudi Arabia issues multi-entry Umrah visas as Kingdom targets year-round tourism
Saudi Arabia’s decision to introduce a one-year, multiple-entry Umrah visa is more than a visa policy update—it is a
Philippines’ Araneta Hotels receives regional accolades
Araneta Hotels Inc capped off a landmark year with a triple sweep of industry honours, cementing its reputation as a pioneer of dynamic, inclusive, and design-led hospitality in Southeast Asia.
Why Málaga Comes Alive After Sunset
Most visitors meet Málaga in the brightest hours of the day: they arrive beneath a cloudless sky, walk through the historic center, visit museums, spend time at the beach, and search for shade as the afternoon heat settles across the city.
Tech brands revamp religious tourism as 80% of Muslim travellers adopt AI tools
Religious tourism, once dominated by traditional travel agencies, paper-based processes, and fragmented bookings, is now embracing digital platforms, artificial
Catholic pilgrimage sector surges as papal visit draws millions to Spain’s ancient traditions
More than just an act of faith, every papal visit has served as a shot in the arm for both secular and religious tourism.
SOTC Travel unveils spiritual journeys calendar
SOTC Travel unveils spiritual journeys calendar
Global hubs fast-track halal travel infrastructure as cross-border demand surges
Given current circumstances, one would think that the tenor of halal travel has changed for this year; but this is not necessarily the case.
Eid al-Adha airfares soar as regional conflict forces rerouting of pilgrim flights
As the Islamic month of Dhu Al Hijjah approaches, the global travel industry is preparing for one of the
Brunei bets on sustainable luxury as regional travel giants face overtourism
When it comes to tourism, one member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) tends to be overlooked: Brunei Darussalam.
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