The latest edition of the annual GMTI series, GMTI2019 report introduces Halal Travel Development Goals, an updated Faith-Based Service Needs model and a refined ACES measurement. The Muslim travel market is continuing to be one of the fastest growing sectors in the world. In 2018, there were an estimated 140 Muslim visitors worldwide - up from 131 million in 2017. Jointly developed by Mastercard and CrescentRating, GMTI2019 is the most comprehensive research index on the Muslim travel market and Halal Tourism ecosystem.