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CrescentRating — World's Leading Authority on Halal Travel
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What We Do  ·  Since 2008

We turn Muslim travel demand into measurable growth for the world's leading travel brands.

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Win share of the world's fastest-growing travel segment.

We help destinations measure readiness, sharpen positioning, and compete for the 262M Muslim international arrivals projected by 2030.

GMTI RankingACES ScorecardDestination AuditsVisitor Guides
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150
GMTI destinations ranked
17+
Years of expertise
25+
Tourism board partners
40+
Countries served
Our Expertise, Your Success

One operating system for the Muslim travel market.

We don't sell services in isolation. Every engagement is wired into the same intelligence, the same standards, and the same global ecosystem that has shaped Muslim-friendly travel for 17 years.

01
Rating & Accreditation
Build global trust.

Independent, globally recognized standards across hotels, restaurants, airports, and destinations. Crescent Rated brands signal credibility to 196M Muslim travellers — and to the boards that fund them.

Proof
9 rating categories · 40+ countries
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9 rating categories · 40+ countries
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02
Market Intelligence
De-risk every move.

GMTI rankings, MTIT signals, CR MAPS dashboards, and bespoke advisory. The intelligence destinations and brands use to size markets, prioritize investments, and defend strategy in the boardroom.

Proof
11 editions of GMTI · 150 destinations covered
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11 editions of GMTI · 150 destinations covered
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03
Training & Capability
Future-proof your teams.

Structured certification through CrescentRating Academy and SkillsCo — from front-line staff to executive teams. Sector-specific pathways for hospitality, F&B, retail, and destination management.

Proof
1,700+ participants trained
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1,700+ participants trained
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04
Marketing & Activation
Convert intent into arrivals.

Targeted campaigns through HalalTrip, the Halal in Travel Global Summit, and our partner network. Connect directly with high-intent Muslim travellers — not impressions, bookings.

Proof
Award-winning platform · 40+ countries
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Award-winning platform · 40+ countries
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Industries we serve

Wherever the Muslim traveller shows up, we're already there.

17 years of fieldwork across 40+ countries means our standards, training, and intelligence are calibrated to the realities of every sector — not theoretical frameworks.

Destinations
  • Tourism Boards
  • Cities & Regions
  • Cultural Sites
  • National Parks
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Hospitality
  • Hotels & Resorts
  • Restaurants
  • Spa & Wellness
  • Halal F&B
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Transport
  • Airlines
  • Airports
  • Ferry Terminals
  • Cruise
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Retail & Lifestyle
  • Shopping Malls
  • Theme Parks
  • Attractions
  • Travel Agents
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The Industry's Reference

The intelligence the market actually uses.

For 11 editions, the Mastercard–CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index has been the shared language tourism boards, hotel groups, and consultancies use to plan, pitch, and defend strategy.

150
Destinations ranked
11
Editions of GMTI
ACES
Scorecard methodology
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Trusted Globally

The destinations and brands shaping Muslim travel choose CrescentRating.

Turespaña
Hong Kong Tourism Board
Singapore Tourism Board
German National Tourist Board
New York City Tourism + Conventions
Mastercard
UN Tourism
Macao Government Tourism Office
Beyond services

Working with us means joining the category itself.

Flagship Event
Halal in Travel Global Summit & Awards

The annual gathering where ministers, hotel CEOs, OTAs, and partners convene. Where GMTI is unveiled. Where deals get signed.

Annual · Singapore
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Member Network
Global Member Network

From boutique hotels to national tourism boards, our member directory is the most-referenced source for Muslim-friendly travel partners worldwide.

40+ countries · listed publicly
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Consumer Reach
Halal Travel Guides

Millions of Muslim travellers plan trips through HalalTrip every year. Destination Visitor Guides drive qualified, high-intent demand directly to your front door.

Direct-to-traveller activation
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Ready when you are

Tell us your goal.
We'll show you the path to measurable impact.

A 30-minute discovery call with our strategy team. No pitch deck — just a clear assessment of where the opportunity is for your brand or destination.

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