So, what is halal tourism anyway? The word “halal” is Arabic and means ‘permissible for Muslims’. The term is typically used for food but often covers all activities of daily life in accordance with Islamic law.

But what makes halal tourism differ from the rest?

Many Muslims desire to experience different cultures and environments while on holiday, without contradicting their faith.

Although there are different ways they exercise their re- ligion and gradations in how strict they are with it, many Muslims will prefer to go destinations which have ‘halal tourism’ options.

The rapid growth of the halal tourism industry not only results in the appearance of ‘Muslim-friendly’ or halal- friendly hotels, but also of specialised travel agencies and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) who offer halal holiday packages. Concepts of halal tourism Halal tourism is aligned with Islamic law and traditions

Halal tourism lifestyle requirements include: 1. Easy access to halal food 2. Dedicated facilities for men and women 3. Family-friendly environment and entertainment 4. Prayer timings and mosques (qibla direction and prayer rugs) DISCOVER VIETNAM

Vietnam is a country of natural beauty and charming cultures. It offers a unique blend of the East and West with plenty of sights, sounds and smells. As a tourist, you will find many exciting possibilities to match your individual preferences. Vietnam offers great outdoor activities and sports. Beach lovers will not be disappointed. With long stretches of sublime coastlines, exotic beach retreats are assured. VIETNAM MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in VIETNAM

HUE HANOI

HALONG BAY

HOI AN

MEKONG DELTA PHAN THIET HO CHI MINH CITY SA PA Cho Lon-A Photogenic Experience VIETNAM Vietnam - Saigon Join a professional photographer on a guided tour through TOURS the streets and narrow alleyways of Cho Lon, one Saigon’s most photogenic areas. Visit the Thien Hau Pagoda, with hundreds of smoking incense sticks, the Pagoda offers excellent opportunities for photos. Explore small hidden alleys and capture the lively local street life.

Hoi An on a Vespa Paradise Cruises on Halong Bay Vietnam - Hoi An Vietnam - Halong Bay Take an electric scooter tour and discover the charm of Hoi Relax in style amidst the breathtaking karsts of Halong Bay An and the surrounding countryside in a sustainable, and on a Paradise cruise. With four categories of vessels to select eco-friendly way. Drive through the countryside to experience from, each with five star accommodations and service, there are first-hand the beauty of the rice paddies, monkey bridges and options to suit all tastes and requirements. Each boat features grazing buffalos. This picturesque area offers abundant photo a stylish restaurant and bar, along with a wide range of onboard opportunities. experiences. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS

SAIGON HANOI IETNAM • Equatorial Hotel • Sunway Hotel • Sheraton Saigon • Sheraton Hotel • Renaissance Hotel • Sofitel Legend Metropole • Nikko Saigon • Cosiana Hotel • Sabah Saigon Hotel DANANG HOI AN • Novotel Danang • Palm Garden Resort & Spa Premier Han River • Golden Sand Resort & Spa • Furama • Hotel Royal Hoi An, • Hyatt Regency Danang MGallery by Sofitel Resort & Spa

HALAL RESTAURANTS

SAIGON HANOI • Chit Chat Café (inside Equa- • Allante torial Hotel) • Oven Dor • Sheraton Saigon (function • Spices Garden/Angelina/Le room) Beaulieu • Renaissance Hotel (function • D’Lion room • Dalcheeni • Hotel Nikko Saigon (function • Tandoor room) • Indian Palace • De Lengkuas (inside Sabah • Namaste Saigon Hotel) • Khazaana

HUE DANANG • Shiva - Shakti • Novotel Danang Premier Han River HOI AN • Furama • Palm Garden Resort & Spa • Hyatt Regency Danang • Golden Sand Resort & Spa Resort & Spa • Hotel Royal Hoi An, MGallery by Sofitel DISCOVER CAMBODIA

The majesty of Angkor Wat, fishermen casting nets along the Tonle Sap, the bustling river front promenade at Sisowath Quay, tragedy at the Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng, a flash of colourful silk, tribesmen in remote Rattanakiri, the haunting beauty of Bokor National Park, stretches of white sandy beach... all this is Cambodia! CAMBODIA MAP

Preah Vihear LAOS Anlong Veng

THAILAND Trepeang Kreul Banlung Poipet Sisophon Steung Treng

Siem Reap

Battambang

Kampong Thom

Kratie Pursat Sen Monorom

Kampong Chhnang

Snoul Skuon Kampong Cham

Koh Kong Prey Veng PHNOM PENH VIETNAM

Svay Rieng Takeo

Kampot Kampong Som Kep (Sihanoukville) KEY DESTINATIONS in CAMBODIA

BATTAMBANG KEP

PHNOM PENH

SIEM REAP

KOH RONG KAMPOT SIHANOUKVILLE BANLUNG Sunrise at Pre Rup with Breakfast CAMBODIA at Srah Srang Cambodia - Siem Reap TOURS Instead of visiting the overcrowded sites, head away from the masses of tourists and visit the lesser-known and more intimate temples on display in Angkor. Wake up early while still dark outside and make your way to a quieter temple, enjoying the peaceful and haunting beauty. Start the day watching the spectacular sunrise. After photographing the colours of the rising sun, head to a private picnic spot. Sit outside overlooking the 13th-century reservoir and royal bathing pool of Srah Srang. Breathe in the morning air as you enjoy a delicious picnic style breakfast followed by a relaxing foot massage.

Art Insider & Cruise Jungle Trek & Beach Cambodia - Battambang Cambodia - Kep In Cambodia, Battambang is known for its vibrant arts scene Discover the laid-back charm and natural beauty of and is home to a thriving community of artists. The city was Cambodia’s coast and the Kep National Park on this once considered to be Cambodia’s artistic hub, but the scene excursion which combines a jungle trek with a relaxing was completely destroyed under the Khmer Rouge regime. afternoon on the beach. Visit the Crab Market and sample It’s undergoing a renaissance now though, and new galleries some of Kep’s famous seafood, then trek into Kep National and art spaces are springing up all over the city. Park to outlook points and take in sweeping vistas of nearby Kampot, the islands and Vietnam. Then, board a local boat to Rabbit Island and stroll along its lovely beaches and through small fishing villages, or just relax on the beach. For an overnight stay in understated luxury, HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS

PHNOM PENH SIEM REAP CAMBODI • Le Grand Palais Boutique • Le Meridien Angkor Hotel Hotel • Terrasse des Elephants Boutique Hotel

HALAL RESTAURANTS

PHNOM PENH KAMPONG SOM • Flavours of India • Taj Mahal • East Indian Curry Restaurant • Kamasutra • Mount Everest Restaurant • Shiva Shakti Restaurant

SIEM REAP • Curry Walla • Maharajah Restaurant • The Indian Restaurant • Taj Mahal Siem Reap • Namaste (Taste of India) DISCOVER MYANMAR More than any other Asian country, Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, has preserved its cultures and traditions. Myanmar is a deeply religious Buddhist country and is well known by travellers for its abundance of sights and sounds, interesting cultures, diversity of nature and most of all for its charming and friendly people. A kind of magic shrouds the whole land with its tropical plains, the Himalayan highlands, teak-filled jungle and the Irrawaddy River. MYANMAR MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in MYANMAR

KYAIKHTO MANDALAY

YANGON

BAGAN

INLE LAKE NGAPALI MERGUI PYIN OO LWIN Stylish Sailing Adventure MYANMAR Myanmar - Mergui Archipelago Tucked away in Myanmar’s remote south, the Mergui TOURS Archipelago hosts 800 remote islands, pristine white beaches and indigenous tribes. Enjoy this beautiful and unspoiled paradise, still very much off the tourist trail, in style on a cruise aboard a sailing yacht.

Mount Victoria Trekking Walking Tour of Old Yangon Myanmar - Chin State Myanmar - Yangon This journey offers rich cultural immersion and adventurous Yangon boasts glittering temples, excellent examples of trekking into an area of the country where few have ventured. colonial-era architecture, a lively street scene and friendly On this trekking expedition into the mountainous Chin State locals. Start the walk in Chinatown and see the fresh in western Myanmar, you’ll stay in bungalows in local villages, markets, teeming with activity in the mornings. Stop at a local get to know the fascinating Chin tribes and gain insight into shop and see how flat rice noodles and rice flour pancakes their daily lives. The friendly Chin are perhaps most famous are made. Stroll to the Indian Quarter, passing Hindu temples, for the intricately designed tattoos adorning the faces of the a Jewish synagogue and the famous Bogyoke Aung San women. (Scott’s Market). Continue the journey via trishaw, viewing colonial-style buildings before capping off the experience with a drink at the historic Strand Hotel. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS MYANM R YANGON MANDALAY • Sule Shangri - la • Hotel By The Red Canal • Park Royal Yangon • Savoy Hotel • Sedona Yangon

Naypyitaw • Kempinski Naypyitaw • Park Royal Naypyitaw

HALAL RESTAURANTS

YANGON MANDALAY • Indian Tadka • Indian Tadka • Padonmar • Marie Minn • Pan Cherry

BAGAN NYAUNG SHWE • The Moon • Everest Nepali

INLE • Golden Kite DISCOVER THAILAND

Thailand has something to offer everyone: tropical beaches, forested mountains, sleepy villages, and bustling cities. All this, along with the renowned hospitality of its people, makes the ‘Land of Smiles’ a country to which you will want to return time and time again. THAILAND MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in THAILAND

KRABI CHIANG MAI

BANGKOK

PHUKET

AYUTTHAYA CHIANG RAI KOH SAMUI/PHI PHI HUA HIN Bangkok by Train, Boat, THAILAND Foot & Tuk Tuk Thailand - Bangkok TOURS Join a city safari through some of Bangkok’s most exciting areas using a variety of transport. Take the Skytrain to a pier & board an express boat on the Chao Phraya River to see Wat Po & the famous Reclining Buddha. Hop on a tuk tuk to Wat Saket, the ‘Golden Mount’, & enjoy panoramic views of the city. Continue to the Giant Swing for a walking tour of the area & a tasty Thai lunch. Finish with another boat ride though Saen Saeb canal to the beautiful Lanna-style house of Jim Thompson, who was famous for bringing the Thai silk industry international recognition.

Unique Railway Market and Islands & Rainforest by Catamaran

Countryside Life Thailand - Phuket area Thailand – Bangkok Enjoy a day cruising aboard a catamaran through the An- Get a glimpse into the real Thai countryside life. Start the day daman Sea, taking in its spectacular vistas, and stopping to with a short, regional train ride to an amazing country market explore dense rainforests, relax on white sand beaches and sprouted along the railway tracks. Witness the speed of the swim in crystal clear water. vendors as they quickly pack their stalls right before the train approaches. Stall holders have learned the art of reassem- bling their wares at a moment’s notice! Afterwards, take a boat ride on the canals to a small coastal village, where traditional coconut desserts are made. Join hands with the knowledgeable host in this homestay setting and try cooking your own dessert, making a perfect snack for the way back to Bangkok. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS

BANGKOK ะTHAIL ND • Plaza Athenee Bangkok • Aloft Bangkok Sukumvit 11 • Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers

HALAL RESTAURANTS

BANGKOK PATTAYA • Diwan • Muslim Seafood • Rang Mahal • Hala Hif • Sinthorn Steak House • Genies Halal Yakiniku

CHIANG MAI PHUKET • Rajdarbar Indian • Ban Sang Duan Muslim • Ploen Ruedee Night Market • Casablanca Indian • Takawa Halal Cuisine • The Golden Kinnaree • Yaring Cuisine Buffet • Ruammit 1 Halal • Makan Halal • Dirham Halal

SAMUI • GolRoman Restaurant & Bar • Ihsan Muslim BEAUTIFUL LAOS

Traditionally known as the “Land of a Million Elephants,” Laos is blessed with spectacular natural beauty, glittering Buddhist temples, languid village life and friendly people. Years of isolation from the wider world have helped preserve Laos’s peaceful nature and allow a glimpse into a quieter time. LAOS MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in LAOS

PAKSE OUDOMXAI

VIENTIANE

LUANG PRABANG

SAVANNAKHET VANG VIENG PHONSAVAN LUANG NAM THA LAOS Tree House Adventure Laos - Vieng Phoukha TOURS For an unforgettable, adrenalin-filled, and eco-friendly adventure, try the Gibbon Experience. Wake up high atop the forest canopy in a tree house, and fly across the jungle and over plunging valleys on a zipline. Experience the - immense natural beauty of Laos in a sustainable manner the Gibbon Experience is an eco-tourism project and each visit helps to support forest conservation.

Explore the Capital by Tuk Tuk Vat Phou Mekong Cruise Laos - Vientiane Laos - Pakse Hop on a private tuk tuk and tour the city, sampling savoury Discover the splendour of the Mekong River aboard street food and visiting local artisans along the way. Go a luxurious floating hotel. This custom built river cruiser has behind the scenes in the kitchen of a popular local plied the waters of the Mekong in Laos between Pakse, restaurant that provides training and support for street Champasak and Don Khong Island since 1999. You’ll explore youth, and visit a local NGO working to improve the lives the UNESCO-listed Vat Phou Temple, visit the Oum Muong of people affected by landmines. Learn to make traditional ruins at Huei Thamo, 4,000 Islands, and the Phapheng Lao offerings and about Buddhist traditions with a visit to a waterfall on the Laos – Cambodia border. local temple. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS

REMARK ะL OS • At this time, no hotels in Laos can provide Halal cater- ing with Halal certificates and Halal signage. There are only local restaurants so far.

HALAL RESTAURANTS

VIENTIANE LUANG PRABANG • Urdu Café • Nisha • Jamil Zahid Punjabi • Delhi Durbar • Nazim • Namaste India DISCOVER INDONESIA

A vast archipelago stretching for over 5,000 km and encompassing more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia is diverse and fascinating. Its appeal includes traditional cultures, rich volcanic beauty, tropical beaches and imaginative arts and architecture. INDONESIA MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in INDONESIA

JAVA KOMODO & FLORES

BALI

LOMBOK & THE GILIS

JAKARTA KALIMANTAN SUMATRA SULAWESI INDONESIA Cycle through Rural Villages Indonesia - Bali TOURS Visit a traditional Balinese compound in an authentic village in the district of Susut and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a local Balinese cake. Before starting the cycling tour, the guide will give a briefing and information about the cycling route. Set out cycling along back roads and through rural villages and experience the daily life and culture of locals. Along the way, take in views of serene landscapes with undulating rice fields. Lunch will be served in a rice field.

Yogya’s Highlights with an Bali’s Most Active Volcano Archeological Expert from the Air Indonesia – Yogyakarta Indonesia – Bali Join an an archaeological expert and explore the awe-inspiring Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Bali on an exhilarating helicopter ride UNESCO World Heritage Site of Borobudur…the colossal over mountains, lakes, temples and coastline. Strap yourself Buddhist monument built by hand from thousands of volcanic into your comfortable seat and relax as the helicopter ascends and river stone blocks. 432 serene-faced Buddha images stare into the sky. Make sure you have your camera ready to capture out over the surrounding rice fields and distant mountains. the panoramic and uninterrupted views of the island. Nearby Mendut Temple is even older than Borobudur. Here, Fly over the coastline and the Indian Ocean before turning you can see three magnificent and well-preserved carved inland to view stunning emerald-green rice and the volcanic stone statues set inside the pyramid-shaped temple. Admire crater of the active Batur Volcano and the magnificent Lake the beautiful architecture of Pawan Temple and Prambanan Batur situated in the middle of the crater. Land on the outskirts widely regarded as the most beautiful and graceful Hindu of the town of Ubud for lunch in a sophisticated restaurant temple in Indonesia. before returning to the waiting helicopter and fly over more beautiful landscapes. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL HOTELS ะINDONESI NUSA DUA UBUD • Nusa Dua Beach Hotel • Bhuwana Ubud KUTA DENPASAR • Grand Zuri • Aston Denpasar • Alam Kulkul Hote • Bayt Kaboki Hotel • Rhadana Hotel • Alkfya Hotel • Wina Holiday Villa • Bayt Kaboki

HALAL RESTAURANTS

NUSA DUA UBUD • Raja’s Restaurant • Queen’s of India • Queen’s of India

KUTA / SEMINYAK OTHERS • Queen’s of India, Kuta • Labhagga, Bedugul • Queen’s Tandoor Seminyak • Kintamani • Layali Arabiya Lebanese

DENPASAR • Sulaiman Resto DISCOVER INDIA From palm-fringed, tropical beaches & clear blue waters, to colonial architecture and glamorous Bollywood, India is rich in tradition and colourful cultures. This vast sub-continent is a mystical land that offers an array of unforgettable experiences and casts a magical spell on its visitors. Brimming with tombs, forts, mosques, bazaars, and UNESCO-listed Worldื Heritage sites including the magnificent white mausoleum of the Taj Mahal, the legendary land of Rajas and Maharajas is the epitome of romance with its sand dunes, dusty deserts, and ornate palaces. INDIA MAP KEY DESTINATIONS in INDIA

CHENNAI GOA

DELHI

AGRA

RAJASTHAN BANGALORE MUMBAI KERALA Bollywood Close-Up INDIA TOURS India - Mumbai Take a glimpse behind the scenes of the glamorous and vibrant world of Bollywood. Through energetic dance sequences, casts of thousands, catchy songs, dashing heroes and glamorous leading ladies, Bollywood movies capture the essence of India. Visit a location site to see a movie being filmed, and a studio to see technicians at work. Depending on the filming schedule, you may get a chance to peek inside a film star’s make-up room and pose for snapshots. You will also drive past the lavish homes of famous Indian movie stars set in the most exclusive areas of Mumbai.

Delhi’s Little Tibet Agra Heritage Walk India - Delhi India - Agra Experience a little bit of Lhasa in Delhi! Visit a Tibetan Step back in time and gain insight into Mughal history settlement where narrow alleyways are home to more than visiting the ancient village of Kachhpura, in the outskirts of 350 exiled Tibetan families. Walk through the area and see Agra. Accompanied by a young guide from the community, how ancient Tibetan culture has been preserved. Pass by learn the history and stories behind some of the lesser known tailors stitching Thangkas, metalsmiths crafting intricate monuments that lie in the shadow of the Taj Mahal and the jewellery, and small shops selling prayer wheels. Learn about Red Fort. Visit local cottage industries to see the manufacture the daily life of the villagers – their Buddhist beliefs, and their of fine leather shoes, and even try your hand at making challenges as exiles. Savour the aromas of Tibetan food and traditional earthenware pots. Stroll through the central sample tasty specialties such as Thukpa and Thenthuk. courtyard to see the cloth bags, musical instruments, toys and fans that are handmade by local women. HALAL HOTELS & RESTAURANTS IN HALAL RESTAURANTS ะINDI DELHI JAIPUR • Dum Pukht ( inside ITC Maurya Hotel) • Handi Resaurant • Gulati • The Great Kebab Factory • karim • Kebab and Curries

COCHIN MUMBAI • Cassava • Peshawari • Trilogy • Khyber • Grand Hotel Restaurant • Delhi Darbar

AGRA BANGALORE • Rangrezz Restaurant • Cubbon Pavillian • Jahanpanah • The Afgan at The Windsor • Shah Restaurant • Samarkand

CALCUTTA • Dum Pukht • Arsalon • Oudh 1590 ICS Travel Group RS Tower, 35th Floor 121/096-097 Rachadapisek Road, Dindaeng, Bangkok 10400, Thailand

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