Religious Tourism
Asia mulls the growing importance of halal tourism
While halal travel is commonly something equated with the Middle East, travel professionals need to be aware that it also applies to other parts of the world, particularly South and Southeast Asia which both have sizeable Muslim populations.
No Epidemic Threats Detected During Hajj as Kingdom Implements Comprehensive Medical Measures: AlJalajel
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Health, Fahad AlJalajel, confirmed that the public health situation remains stable with no public health
Saudi Arabia receives over 1mn pilgrims for Hajj: Tawfiq Al-Rabiah
The minister noted that the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has conducted more than 37,000 inspections of various service providers, resulting in the identification of 3,400 observations that have been addressed
Wego introduces Qibla Finder
Exciting update for Wego users: The popular Qibla Finder feature has returned to the Wego app with enhanced functionality. Responding
From sorrow to spectacle: the impact of recent Vatican events on religious tourism
The passing of Pope Francis in the Vatican made its mark on various sectors of society, so it is not
Megaworld Hotels & Resorts leads the way for Muslim tourism in the Philippines
Embracing a new standard on Muslim hospitality, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) stands tall as the Philippine Department of Tourism
The passing of Pope Francis in the Jubilee Year: what it means for religious tourism in the weeks to come
(Updated: 8:03pm, BKK) The passing of Pope Francis on Monday, 21st April, came as a shock to the world, one
Philippine authorities on full alert as vacationers make their way back to Manila
Police security operations in the Philippine capital remain in full effect as vacationers return to Manila following the Holy Week
Philippine Coast Guard reports 140,000 maritime passengers beat Holy Week rush
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reports that more than 140,000 maritime passengers made their way through ports throughout the Philippines as of Wednesday, 16th April.
India continues growth in demand for Spiritual Destinations: Agoda
Digital travel platform Agoda’s latest accommodation search trends highlight a continued rise in spiritual tourism across India.
Balinese government imposes new regulations for foreign tourists
The Provincial Government of Bali announced the implementation of new regulations regarding the behaviour of foreign tourists.
Thailand opens Maha Songkran World Water Festival
In celebration of Songkran, Thailand officially opened the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 through a spectacular celebration in the heart of Bangkok.
Daily passenger volume to surge at Ninoy Aquino International Airport this week
New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC) general manager Lito Alvarez opines that passenger volume at Manila’s Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) could go as high as 157,000 this week.
Chinese tourism ministry reports 126 million travelled for this year’s Qingming Festival
China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism reports that 126 million citizens travelled during the three-day Qingming Festival which began on 4th April.
Traveloka reveals the top Thai destinations for Songkran 2025
With Songkran coming up next week, Southeast Asian online travel platform Traveloka presents its insights on the most popular Thai destinations for the holiday.
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