Crescentrating: Halal Tourism & Lifestyle Unpacked

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Welcome to CrescentRating's official Spotify hub, your gateway to the latest insights on Muslim travel, lifestyle, and halal economy. Join us as we unpack key findings from our research reports, explore groundbreaking ideas shaping the global halal travel ecosystem, and host conversations with thought leaders, academics, innovators, and entrepreneurs worldwide. From expert analyses to inspiring stories, our episodes help you stay ahead in a growing, evolving market full of opportunity.

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Unpacking the Future of Halal Travel: Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2025 Report Insights

Get a concise audio overview of the 10th edition of the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2025 Report! This flagship publication, released at the Halal In Travel Global Summit 2025 in Singapore, provides the definitive benchmark for the global Muslim travel market, celebrating eleven years of partnership between Mastercard and CrescentRating Key Highlights from This Overview: •Market Growth: The Muslim travel market is in a dynamic new growth phase, with an estimated 17...

Jun 21, 2025•11 min

Halal Travel Trends 2025: Where Faith Meets Adventure

Explore the future of Halal travel through the lens of Crescentrating’s RIDA Framework—a comprehensive outlook on the four major forces transforming Muslim-friendly tourism: Responsible, Immersive, Digital, and Assured.In this episode, we break down key insights in a podcast-style format, highlighting how global travel is evolving to meet the expectations of conscious, connected, and faith-driven travelers. Whether you're a destination marketer, travel provider, or curious explorer, this guide i...

May 01, 2025•25 min•Season 2Ep. 2

1.6 Trillion Prostrations: How Ramadan 2025 Is Redefining Spiritual Connection

In 2025, Ramadan will witness over 1.6 trillion prostrations in prayer and billions more acts of devotion worldwide. These staggering numbers reflect a deeper spiritual commitment and evolving community engagement among Muslims today.In this episode, we dive into exclusive insights from CrescentRating’s Ramadan 2024 Survey, comparing trends from 2022 to projections for 2025. From daily prayers and Qur’an recitation to increased charitable giving and communal Taraweeh, Ramadan is an even more pow...

Apr 13, 2025•10 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Why ASEAN region will recover faster with Prof Cédomir Nestorovic from ESSEC Asia Pacific

In this episode, we are talking to Professor Cédomir Nestorovic who teachers International Marketing and Geopolitics at the ESSEC Business School here in Singapore. Find out his views on the impact of lockdowns on the Economy and Tourism and why he thinks ASEAN will recover faster. The key role Airlines will have to play in tourism recovery in the region.

Oct 03, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Enver Duminy on How Cape Town is re-starting Tourism | CR Conversations Episode #1

For a long time, destinations have not taken seriously the domestic tourism market. With COVID-19, we have now been forced the put efforts on. Enver Duminy, CEO of Cape Town Tourism talks about how do you provide visitor confidence around safety. How do you educate the local communities who have been impacted? Now is the time to look at what the locals really want in the city they live in.

Sep 27, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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