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Oct 2024

Muslim Women Shaping Global Travel Trends | GMTI 2024 Report

Muslim Women's Growing Influence in Global Travel The global travel industry is undergoing a growing shift with the emergence of Muslim women, like Gen Zs, as vacation travel decision-makers in family travel. The 2024 Glob...read more
Aug 2024

Resurgence and Growth: The Muslim Travel Market's Post-Pandemic Boom | GMTI 2024 Report

Resurgence and Growth in the Muslim Travel Market The global Muslim travel market is experiencing a remarkable resurgence, demonstrating resilience and growth following the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This...read more
Aug 2024

Emerging Trends in Global Travel: Insights from the 2024 Global Muslim Travel Index | GMTI 2024 Report

Navigating the Future: A Demographic Overview of the Muslim Population The Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2024, composed by Mastercard-CrescentRating, offers an in-depth look into the burgeoning Muslim population and it...read more
Aug 2024

Unlocking Barriers: Embracing Accessible Travel for Inclusive Journeys | GMTI 2024 Report

In a world where travel has become an integral part of life, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their physical capabilities, can participate fully and enjoy the experiences is paramount. This year’s Global Muslim Travel ...read more
Jul 2024

Global Trends Shaping the Muslim Travel Market | GMTI 2024 Report

The Muslim travel market, a rapidly expanding segment within the global tourism industry, is seeing a transformation in the experiences sought by its travelers. Emphasizing responsible and immersive travel, Muslim tourists ar...read more
Jul 2024

Seizing Opportunities in the Muslim Travel Market: A Global Perspective | GMTI 2024 Report

Seizing Opportunities in the Muslim Travel Market In recent years, the global tourism landscape has witnessed a significant shift, with the Muslim travel market emerging as a powerful force. This transformation is not mere...read more
Jul 2024

The Resurgence of Muslim Travel: Key Takeaways from GMTI 2024 | GMTI 2024 Report

In 2023, the Muslim travel market demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth, with approximately 145 million Muslim international arrivals, a significant recovery reaching about 90% of pre-pandemic levels. This resurgence ...read more
Jul 2024

Redefining Muslim-Friendly Tourism: The Global Muslim Travel Index 2024 | GMTI 2024 Report

In May 2024, Mastercard and CrescentRating unveiled the Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2024, an ambitious and comprehensive guide set to reshape the landscape of Muslim-friendly tourism. This year's report introduces sever...read more
Sep 2023

Mastercard-CrescentRating GMTI 2023: Unlocking Opportunities in the Growing Muslim Travel Market

The forward to the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index 2023 report by Fazal Bahardeen, Founder and CEO, CrescentRating & HalalTrip. A Comprehensive Understanding: The GMTI 2023 Report and Muslim Travel Fra...read more
Sep 2023

The Future of Global Travel: A New Era of Exploration and Experience

The forward to the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index 2023 report by Beena Pothen, Country Manager, Malaysia and Brunei for Mastercard, and Navin Jain, President Director, PT Mastercard Indonesia Across ...read more
Sep 2023

Trailblazing Change: The Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) Transformation Over Time

Since its inception, the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) has undergone a remarkable journey of evolution and expansion, transforming itself into a pivotal tool in the world of travel assessment. Or...read more
Sep 2023

Safe Countries for Muslim travelers | The Top Muslim-Women Friendly Travel Destinations

Recognizing the diverse needs of different groups of travelers in a world increasingly interconnected through travel is essential. The Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2023 Report, composed by Mastercard-CrescentRating, take...read more
Sep 2023

Navigating the Global Muslim Travel Landscape: Key Touchpoints and Best Practices in 2023 | GMTI 2023 Report

In a rapidly evolving global travel landscape, catering to the diverse needs of different traveler demographics has become paramount. The Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2023 report, composed by Mastercard-CrescentRating, p...read more
Aug 2023

Decoding the Evolution: OIC vs Non-OIC Destinations in GMTI (2015-2023) | GMTI 2023 Report

The travel industry has always been a reflection of the changing global landscape, and one aspect that has gained significant attention is the preferences and needs of Muslim travelers. The recently released Global Muslim Tra...read more
Aug 2023

Leveraging AI Tools to Enhance Muslim Traveler Experience | GMTI 2023 Report

The travel industry has witnessed the emergence of a transformative trend: the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to cater to the specific needs of Muslim travelers. As the travel sector continues to evolve, C...read more
Aug 2023

Why Embracing the Muslim Travel Market is a Strategic Imperative | GMTI 2023 Report

With an increase in interconnectivity and diversity, the travel industry has witnessed numerous transformations. Among these shifts, one of the most significant is the rise of the Muslim travel market, a trend that presents n...read more
Aug 2023

Global Trends Shaping the Muslim Travel Market | GMTI 2023 Report

In an increasingly interconnected world, the travel industry has witnessed many transformative shifts. These changes, often reflecting evolving consumer preferences and broader global concerns, have rendered the Muslim travel...read more
Aug 2023

GMTI ACES 3.0 Framework: Assessment on Muslim-Friendly Travel Destinations Across the Globe

The demand for Muslim-friendly travel destinations is rising in a rapidly global world. To cater to this growing market and ensure a more inclusive experience for Muslim travelers, the Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) employ...read more
Jul 2023

Muslim Travel Market Outlook Shows Resilience and Robust Growth Across Regions | GMTI 2023 Report

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Muslim travel market has emerged as a beacon of hope for the global travel industry, exhibiting resilience and robust growth. The recently released Global Muslim Travel Index (GM...read more
Jul 2023

Revealing Post-Pandemic Surge in Muslim-Friendly Tourism | GMTI 2023 Rankings

The much-anticipated launch of the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2023 took place at the Village Katong Hotel in Singapore, on the 1st of June 2023 offering deep insights into the ever-evolving l...read more

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