Muslim Tourists Research Articles

Systematic Literature Review on Halal Label Studies of Halal Tourism

The halal tourism sector is developing in a positive direction every year. Muslim-friendly vacations are a subset of the halal market which has an essential influence on Islamic economic development. This study aims to determine the extent of research developments related to a systematic literature review of halal certification targets in halal tourism. This research reveals the development of halal label studies on halal tourism, the target of halal certification in halal tourism, and discussions on future research development. This qualitative research uses a systematic literature review method, adopting the PRISMA system to screen articles that become research material. From 23 halal label research articles on halal tourism indexed by the Scopus database, this study selects all articles and leaves 18 as the main research material. The findings of this study show the dominance of authors from Indonesia and the development trend of publication of halal label studies on tourism in 2022. The results showed that Muslim tourists, in determining tourist destinations, pay attention to the availability of halal attributes such as halal food and hotels. This study has implications for the position of the halal label in halal tourism, which is increasingly important and has become a reference for the development of the halal industry.

DEVELOPMENT OF THE “HALAL DESTINATION CONCEPT”: ASSUMPTIONS OF TOURISTS IN KAKABAN ISLAND–INDONESIA

Since 1999, the government has been promoting Kakaban tourism. However, Kakaban Island only went viral in the 2010s through advertisements on several content such as Instagram and YouTube. At the same time, preferences have emerged regarding "halal destinations" from some world tourism. For tourism managers in Kakaban, this topic is adopted as an alternative for Muslim tourists during recreation, in the middle of a visit, or after traveling without worrying about matters of worship. The essence of this paper is to reveal the expressions of 576 tourists towards trust, religious values, commitments, and halal destination produced in Kakaban. The data collection technique used was accidental sampling. Then, the triangulation approach was operated by combining informants' opinions as outlined in the questionnaire. As a result, we found two facts: (1) religious values and commitment significantly influence halal destination; (2) religious values mediate trust to grow halal destination significantly. Halal destinations are also an appreciation for non-Muslim tourists who prioritize attractive and excellent service without any intervention that triggers rejection.

Beyond halal: exploring Muslim and non-Muslim tourists’ halal food experiences

PurposeGiven the scarcity of studies regarding religious food as a destination attraction and limited research on tourist halal food experience, this study aims to explore and compare halal food experience perceived by Muslim and non-Muslim tourists in a non-Islamic destination.Design/methodology/approachThis study was carried out in a halal food street in Yuanjia Village, China. It used a qualitative approach and interviewed 16 Muslim tourists and 20 non-Muslim tourists.FindingsSix themes and 18 attributes of halal food experience were identified. The findings revealed that Muslim tourists saw the reassuring options and religious value of halal food as important experiences. By contrast, the experiences of abundant choices, value for money, sensory pleasure and unique charm were frequently mentioned by non-Muslim tourists. The nature of halal food, the context of China (i.e. Chinese halal food culture) and the feature of research site (i.e. food operation of Yuanjia Village) work together to create such experiences.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the first studies to explore and compare halal food experiences of Muslim and non-Muslim tourists in a non-Islamic country (China). This study suggests that halal food could be an appealing destination attraction, even in non-Islamic destinations. Thus, this study contributes to a better understanding of the halal food experiences and assists destination marketers in promoting halal food.

Juridical Review of Online Fraud Convictions Against Job Vacancies

This study discusses the comparison of the meaning of Indonesian Muslim tourists to the concept of Muslim-Friendly Tourism or PRM. This study aims to identify differences in the meaning and application of the concept of PRM between the two countries according to the perspective of Indonesian Muslim tourists. This research uses a qualitative approach with the research method used consisting of interviews and literature studies. The interviews were conducted with Indonesian Muslim tourists who had visited one or both of these countries. Literature studies are conducted as an additional source of information in researching related topics. The result of this study is that the UAE has been open to people from all over the world which resulted in several places providing non-halal food and drinks so that PRM in the UAE plays a role in facilitating the comfort of Muslim citizens and tourists. Japan has accommodated the various needs of Muslim tourists, although it is only found in a few big cities and some destination points visited by many Muslim tourists. Muslim travelers can understand this. Therefore, PRM is considered as a standardization of the needs of Muslim tourists that supports the comfort and safety of tourists, especially for Muslim tourists when traveling to the two countries.

Halal and Islamic tourism: science mapping of present and future trends

Purpose This study aims to provide a comprehensive and systematic review of halal tourism structure using bibliometric analysis. Halal tourism interest has increased due to the high demand for tourism products adhering to Shariah law. Furthermore, the vast Muslim population has increased the demand for halal tourism products and destination factors in this niche tourism segment. Design/methodology/approach A network visualization through bibliographic coupling and co-word analysis, this review presents a science mapping analysis to reveal the knowledge structure of emerging and future trends in halal tourism. Findings The current and emerging trends demonstrate three themes: the fundamentals of halal tourism, communication via word of mouth in halal tourism and Muslim tourist satisfaction and loyalty. At the same time, the co-word analysis presents the four themes primarily associated with halal tourism challenges: tourist satisfaction, service quality and Muslim travellers’ attraction. Research limitations/implications The findings serve as crucial implications, contributing to halal and general tourism theory and application. Originality/value This review serves as crucial fundamental knowledge for future studies in halal tourism and its relevant themes for further development in tourism management. The most significant emerging theme in halal tourism is the intervention needed to increase Muslim tourist satisfaction and loyalty through halal-friendly service, customer-service quality, foods and beverages, facilities and privacy. The co-word analysis suggests increasing tourists’ engagement in halal tourism by invigorating the religiosity domain among tourists, improving service quality and perceived value and discovering new Muslim-friendly attractions. The most crucial finding from this study is to ensure that halal and Muslim-friendly tourism are at the same level, to the extent of better service according to Islamic practice. This approach would elevate the value and status of halal tourism as a trending product in Muslim and non-Muslim markets.

Strategi Penguatan Pariwisata Halal di Kabupaten Trenggalek

Indonesia has the potential for natural beauty that can be used as an object of economic growth activities, namely through the tourism sector. Halal tourism is part of the tourism industry that is based on Islamic principles and aimed at Muslim tourists. This study aims to conduct a detailed study of tourism object development strategies, especially focusing on the Halal Tourism development plan. This study used a sample of 30 respondents visiting tourist sites in Trenggalek Regency. This study used the SWOT analysis method and the data obtained came from distributing questionnaires to tourist visitors at three tourist sites in Trenggalek Regency. The results of the IFAS and EFAS score research showed favorable results for increasing halal tourism in Trenggalek Regency. This position is in quadrant 1, which signifies the utilization of strengths and weaknesses (SO) strategies. Which is expected to increase the attractiveness of visitors by improving quality, thus taking advantage of the opportunities available.

LEGAL COMPLIANCE ON SHARIA ECONOMICS IN HALAL TOURISM REGULATIONS

The purpose of this study is to reveal the sharia compliance of the halal tourism business in Bandung Regency, where halal tourism in its implementation must be carried out by prioritizing the principles of Islamic business ethics (Professional Ethics), meaning it must submissive (obedient) in a syar'i, by prioritizing Islamic services with the aim of providing comfort for Muslim tourists in particular. In addition, the principles of Islamic service are expected to be able to realize professional ethics in doing business in an Islamic way, especially in carrying out halal tourism activities, especially for tourism industry players in Bandung Regency. This literature review uses the theory of Islamic business ethics as coined by Hamid Salam and Abdalla Hanafi including: a) Ethics to always convey the truth; b) Ethics to be trusted; c) Ethics to do something sincerely; d) Brotherhood ethics; e) Mastery of science; f) Ethics of Justice. The findings of this study are the principles of Islamic business ethics (professional ethics) in the implementation of the halal tourism business in Bandung Regency referring to the Bandung Regency Regional Regulation (Perda) Number 6 of 2020 concerning Halal Tourism, where there are several principles that must be met in running tourism. Halal in Bandung district which includes: a). set as needed; b). facilitate; c). according to ability; d). gradually; e). priority scale; and f). Inclusive. In addition, there is the concept of the Code of Ethics for Tourism (GCET) or the Global Tourism Code of Ethics as a reference for sustainable tourism development in Bandung Regency which includes economic, social, cultural, and environmental components. This is because Indonesia is not an Islamic country but a country where the majority of the population is Muslim, so it is necessary to prioritize the values of Rahmatan lil 'Alamin in business (muamalah), especially in terms of additional service activities in halal tourism in Bandung Regency. In addition, indicators of sharia compliance in halal tourism in Bandung district are referring to 2 regulations, namely local regulations (perda) Bandung district number 6 of 2020 concerning halal tourism, and DSN-MUI fatwa No: 108/DSN-MUI/2016 concerning guidelines for tourism implementation based on sharia principles.

Tourism as a Catalyst of Economic Prosperity: A General Survey

Islamic tourism is one of the tourism segments that has the potential to improve the country’s economy to meet the demand from both domestic and international tourists. Based on 2019 statistics, Malaysia recorded 5.3 million Muslim tourist arrivals with an increase of at least 20 percent for the following year. The coverage of the Islamic tourism segment, which is holistic across the borders of race and religion, added to the wide scope of coverage, including the fields of education, da’wah, religion, art and entertainment, is able to boost the country’s economic performance. Thus, this study aims to analyse the potential of Islamic tourism as one of the segments of the tourism industry that can improve the economy of the local community in particular and the country in general. This study uses a qualitative approach through research on primary and secondary sources. The findings are then analysed inductively to formulate the set objectives of the study. The results of the study found that Islamic tourism plays a role as one of the industrial platforms that can contribute to the improvement of the national economy through attraction resources and tourism policies implemented in Malaysia.

Muslim travellers: a bibliometric analysis

PurposeThis study aims to provide an insight into research related to Muslim travellers in the past 42 years.Design/methodology/approachUsing 342 articles collected from the Scopus database from 1981 to 2023, this study adopted the Bibliometrix in RStudio package and Biblioshiny Web application to analyse the research on Muslim travellers in two main categories: overview and intellectual structures.FindingsThe first publication related to Muslim travellers occurred in 1981 and number of publications remained few in the first three decades. Starting 2015, publications on Muslim travellers experienced a growing development of discussions and publications. Four prominent research clusters were identified: “halal tourism”, “hajj”, “Islamic tourism” and “tourist post-purchase”. Themes within the research on Muslim travellers have evolved from the “pilgrimage” to “Islamic tourism” theme. Then, the “Islamic tourism” theme has been expanded to a variety of topics that were primarily relevant to Muslim tourist behaviour. Themes related to “climate change” and “Syria” have been identified as the niche themes that need further study.Research limitations/implicationsScopus database is regularly updated as the number of papers and journals may increase or decrease from time to time. This may impact on the fluctuation of the theme analysis from the article search at that time.Originality/valueThis study reviews publications related to Muslim travellers over the past four decades. Accordingly, it can aid interested researchers and stakeholders in gaining a more thorough understanding of Muslim traveller research.

The Influence of Halal Culinary in Increasing Economic Growth

The research aims to determine a strategy for the development of halal cuisine with a focus on the culinarian center in the Lampung province to boost economic growth in the Province of Lampung. The investigation uses qualitative descriptive methods of research using data collection techniques consisting of field surveys, in-depth interviews, and 7P analysis of products, prices, places, promotions, people, processes, and physical evidence related to the development of halal cuisine in the region. The results of the research show that great potential lies in the development of halal cuisine in the Province of Lampung with strategies that include quality improvement, effective marketing, and collaboration with halal certification bodies that have the potential to enhance the potential of Muslim tourists. By maximizing the halal culinary potential, the Province of Lampung can strengthen its contribution to economic growth and enhance the competitiveness of the regional tourism and gastronomic industries. The problem with culinary halal is that there are still culinaries that do not have a halal certificate, This is due to the minimum of information, which is necessary to do more socialization by the Organizing Authority for the Guarantee of Halal Products (BPJH) so that culinarian perpetrators who have not known can know the importance of halal certificates.

ESCALATING THE SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCE OF GURU SEKUMPUL TOMB'S RELIGIOUS TOURISM THROUGH MARKETING COMMUNICATION STRATEGY

Religious tourism holds a significant position in the global tourism industry, attracting visitors to culturally and spiritually significant pilgrimage sites. Indonesia, ranked second in The Global Travel Muslim Index 2022, has witnessed a rise in Muslim tourists exploring religious destinations. Ensuring the sustainability of religious tourism and enhancing the spiritual pilgrimage experience necessitates critical thinking, innovative approaches, and effective communication strategies. Promotion through social media is crucial for marketing religious tourism destinations. However, challenges persist in Indonesia's tourist development due to the absence of an integrated marketing communication strategy. Research emphasizes the importance of communication strategies and the preservation of cultural and religious diversity for the sustainability of religious tourism. In South Kalimantan, despite the potential for religious tourism, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a decline in visitor numbers. Employing a qualitative approach, including interviews and SWOT analysis, this study formulates a strategic communication plan for promoting the Guru Sekumpul Tomb. The strategy focuses on product packaging, nuanced marketing communication, a serene pilgrimage ambiance, and leveraging digital media platforms, along with collaboration with local stakeholders and optimal use of natural resources. Ultimately, integrating innovative knowledge and skills is crucial for the success and sustained viability of religious tourist sites, concurrently elevating the spiritual pilgrimage experience.

Analisis Penerapan Konsep Wisata Halal di Destinasi Wisata, Studi: Farmhouse Susu Lembang

The trend of halal tourism is increasing and attracting public interest due to the growth of the halal industry. Halal tourism includes tourism activities and attractions that adhere to the principles of Islamic law. Bandung City has destinations that fulfill the concept of halal tourism, although knowledge about this concept is still limited among the public. This study aims to identify and analyze the application of halal tourism at the Farmhouse Susu Lembang destination. Quantitative method with a descriptive approach, involving tourists who use facilities at Farmhouse Susu Lembang as the research population. The results showed that Farmhouse Susu Lembang has implemented the concept of halal tourism in accordance with the availability of facilities that support Islamic principles and meet the needs of Muslim tourists. This shows the commitment of Farmhouse Susu Lembang in providing a tourist experience that is in accordance with the principles of halal tourism.

The Influence of Muslim Endorsers and Influencers in Promoting Halal Tourist Attractions.

This study aimed to analyze the influence of Muslim influencers, Muslim endorsements, and destination image on Muslim tourists’ visit intention. Based on data analysis from 206 respondents, it was discovered that Muslim endorsements had a positive and significant effect on visit intention, while the influence of Muslim influencers was positive but not significant. Meanwhile, destination image had a positive but not significant influence on visit intention, and did not mediate the effects of Muslim influencers and endorsements. Thus, Muslim endorsements become an important factor that can directly increase Muslim tourists’ visit intention. Marketing strategies that put forward Muslim endorsements are needed to attract Muslim tourists to visit.

Exploring how local cultural influences affect tourist conduct

Purpose – The primary aim of this study is to investigate the influence of local culture on the behavioral intentions of Muslim tourists who have visited Kebondalem Kidul Cultural Tourism Village through the mediation of memorable tourism experiences and destination image.Methodology – In this study, a quantitative analysis approach and descriptive analysis were employed, utilizing a 5-point Likert scale: the sample collection non-probability sampling method, specifically convenience sampling. The sample comprised 190 respondents who had experienced the Kebondalem Kidul Cultural Tourism Village as a tourist destination. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) SmartPLS 3.2.9 was used as the analytical tool for analysis.Findings – The study reveals that local culture directly impacts Muslim tourists' recommendation intention, memorable tourism experience, and destination image when they visit Kebondalem Kidul Cultural Tourism Village.Implications – This research aims to aid Tourism Village managers in crafting effective marketing strategies and provides valuable insights for Kebondalem Kidul Cultural Tourism Village managers in addressing Muslim tourist needs.Originality – This study contributes substantially to the existing body of knowledge regarding Local Culture in multiple aspects. Initially, it investigated the Local Culture variable, specifically in the context of heritage tourism, with a primary emphasis on tourists who were patrons of the Kebondalem Kidul Cultural Tourism Village.

Efektivitas Pemanfaatan Aset Wakaf Untuk Wisata Halal Sebagai Potensi Lapangan Pekerjaan

Waqf is one of the Islamic social instruments that has a dual role, namely as a religious institution and as an economic instrument. Waqf can improve the welfare of the ummah, support government spending, and absorb labor. The author applies a descriptive qualitative approach using the literature study research method. This method involves collecting data from various literatures, especially articles from scientific journals relevant to the research topic. Halal tourism is a travel concept that fulfills the principles of Islamic sharia in every aspect. The purpose of halal tourism is to provide a vacation experience that complies with religious principles for Muslim tourists, which includes spiritual, cultural, and also their practical needs while traveling. From the research conducted, it appears that the optimization of waqf assets has great potential in creating significant employment opportunities and can reduce the unemployment rate.

Medical Tourism: A Concept, Implementation and Challenge in Organization of the Islamic Cooperation

Tourism is a fast-growing sector, and medical tourism is no exception. The increasing Muslim population has led to Muslim-friendly medical tourism being intensified by Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries. This can be seen from the large number of Muslim tourists who seek Muslim-friendly services for medical tourism, so hospitality management is important. The method of this research is a systematic literature review, which comes from several internationally reputable papers in Scopus and rankings in Scimago. This shows that the quality of medical tourism papers has gone through a rigorous selection process. The results of this study indicate that medical tourism has many enthusiasts. Furthermore, technological readiness is needed for the effectiveness of medical tourism promotion because it can reach the whole world. Medical tourism facilities, distance, and culture in the destination country are considered by medical tourism tourists in making decisions. This research can be useful for medical tourism service providers to further improve services and for the government to improve infrastructure in the medical tourism sector in order to attract foreign tourists.

Kebijakan Pariwisata Syariah Untuk Peningkatan Pembangunan Ekonomi Daerah Surabaya

Sharia tourism policy is a government effort to develop the tourism sector by prioritizing sharia principles in all aspects. These measures include services that value Islamic teachings, such as sharia-based places to stay, restaurants that serve halal food, and entertainment programs that adhere to Islamic ethics. The aim of this policy is to increase the attractiveness of tourism among Muslim tourists and at the same time create a tourist environment that is in accordance with Islamic teachings. Thus, the sharia tourism policy is expected to contribute positively to economic growth and fulfillment of the spiritual needs of the local community. sharia tourism is the implementation of sharia principles into a form of travel activities of sharia tourist destinations. The development of Islamic tourism is currently growing rapidly because it is very much in demand by Muslim tourists who are looking for alternative travel in accordance with the principles of Islamic sharia, this research reaches the implementation of the concept of Islamic tourism in tourist destinations that are very popular and in great demand in areas with a majority Muslim population. This research uses a qualitative approach that analyzes accommodation, culinary, and tourist activities that integrate Islamic values, the results of this study show that Islamic tourism policies have a significant impact on the economic development of the region, this research discusses the Islamic tourism system and its policies where these two things have a significant impact on local economic development, through a case study approach and economic data analysis, this research identifies the effect of regional tourism policies on regional economic development.

Visit Satisfaction And Intention Of Gen Z Muslim Tourists In Jakarata Influenced By Halal Destination Attributes

Halal is becoming a global phenomenon, market trend and lifestyle. Along with the increasing number of Muslim travellers, interest in halal tourism is also growing. The increasing number of Muslim travellers is a challenge and opportunity to improve Indonesia's tourism industry. The tourism industry itself plays an important role in increasing Indonesia's state revenue. The purpose of the study was to analyse the effect of halal destination attributes on visit satisfaction and intention of gen Z Muslim tourists in Jakarta. The sample in this study were 150 respondents. The method used in this study is path analysis with halal Destination Attributes as the independent variable, visiting satisfaction as the intervening variable, and intention as the dependent variable. Data processing uses t test and sobel test. The test results show that the destination attribute variable shows a significant number. This means that Jakarta is considered a city that has advantages in the ease of information and communication to tourists, services and facilities are also adequate, as well as the environment and comfort as a tourist destination.

Mosque Tourism Satisfaction: A Comparative Study of Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia

Islamic tourism encompasses the exploration of Islamic history, culture, and religion. One form of Islamic travel is mosque tourism, which involves visiting mosques to appreciate their beauty, history, and culture. Mosque tourism can facilitate cultural exchange, economic growth, historical preservation, and promote respect and understanding between civilizations, leading to a higher level of mosque tourism satisfaction. Understanding the historical, aesthetic, architectural, religious, and cultural significance of a mosque, as well as its accessibility and tourist amenities, are essential components of mosque tourism. This type of tourism encourages intercultural harmony by offering individuals from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to comprehend and respect each other's cultures and religious beliefs. Nonetheless, the growing number of Muslim tourists also poses challenges to the travel industry's efforts to promote mosque tourism, which are explored in this comparative study of Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. These nations have made significant efforts to promote mosque tourism.

Destination Awareness in Muslim Friendly Tourism: A Study of Indonesian Muslim Tourists in Singapore, Thailand, Japan and South Korea

Muslim-friendly tourism is gaining popularity, particularly in tourist destinations where Muslims are a minority. This study examines the impact of destination awareness on satisfaction levels of Indonesian Muslim tourists in Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea. It emphasizes the need for implementing tourism tactics that cater to Muslim needs, such as halal food options, suitable accommodations, and services. The study also highlights the importance of digital resources in fostering destination awareness among Muslim communities. This research uses quantitative methodologies, including surveys and data analysis, to investigate the correlation between destination awareness and tourist satisfaction. The results of the study indicate that social media has a notable impact on increasing knowledge about locations, which in turn affects the level of awareness among tourists in destinations that are accommodating to Muslim needs. This study enhances the comprehension of destination awareness within the domain of Muslim-friendly tourism and emphasizes the necessity for proficient digital marketing tactics to allure Muslim tourists.