GCC Halal Tourism Market

Market Overview:  

The GCC halal tourism market is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.20% during 2023-2028. The increasing Muslim population, rising disposable income of consumers, growing political stability in the region, robust economic development, favorable government policies, rapid technological advancements and the integration of Islamic art represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Halal tourism refers to the provision of services and facilities that are compliant with Islamic principles and aimed to cater to the unique needs of Muslim travelers. It covers a broad range of services, including halal food options, separate swimming and spa facilities for men and women, prayer rooms, and entertainment that aligns with Islamic ethics. Halal tourism is not merely limited to accommodation but extends to airlines offering halal meals and non-alcoholic beverages, tour operators providing mosque visits, and shopping centers that sell halal products. It spans various verticals such as leisure, corporate travel, healthcare, and retail sectors, offering benefits like cultural compatibility, ethical assurance, and a sense of community for travelers. Halal tourism is a highly segmented and personalized market, ensuring that it serves Muslim travelers' specific religious and cultural needs.

GCC Halal Tourism Market Trends:

The increasing Muslim population in the region globe, leading to a surge in demand for services aligning with Islamic principles, is one of the major factors contributing to the market growth. Additionally, the rising disposable income among the Muslim community that allows for more spending on travel and leisure activities is providing a considerable boost to the market growth. Moreover, the growing political stability and robust economic performance of the region, making them ideal destinations for halal tourism, is creating a positive outlook for the market growth. Besides this, the implementation of various government policies and initiatives in the region to promote infrastructure development compatible with halal tourism is providing an impetus to the market growth. In addition to this, rapid advancements in technology, making it easier for travelers to find and book halal-friendly services, are also creating lucrative growth opportunities for the market. In line with this, the rising marketing strategies and campaigns focused on promoting halal tourism, leading to higher visibility and awareness among potential consumers, are providing a thrust to the market growth. Furthermore, the increasing presence of Islamic landmarks and cultural heritage sites in the region that attracts a steady flow of Muslim tourists is supporting the market growth. Moreover, the growing trend of integrating Islamic art and architecture into tourism services, adding an aesthetic appeal and enriching the overall experience, is anticipated to drive the market growth.

GCC Halal Tourism Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the GCC halal tourism market report, along with forecasts at the regional and country levels for 2023-2028. Our report has categorized the market based on tour type, tourist type, purpose and budget.

Tour Type Insights:

• Domestic Tourism
• International Tourism
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the tour type. This includes domestic tourism and international tourism.

Tourist Type Insights:

• Independent
• Tour Group
• Package Traveler
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the tourist type. This includes independent, tour group and package traveler.

Purpose Insights:

• Leisure
• Business
• Ramadan
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the purpose has also been provided in the report. This includes leisure, business, Ramadan and others.

Budget Insights:

• Low
• Standard
• Luxury
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the budget has also been provided in the report. This includes low, standard and luxury.

Country Insights:

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Qatar
• Bahrain
• Kuwait
• Oman
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

GCC Halal Tourism Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the GCC halal tourism market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the GCC halal tourism market?
• What is the breakup of the GCC halal tourism market on the basis of tour type?
• What is the breakup of the GCC halal tourism market on the basis of tourist type?
• What is the breakup of the GCC halal tourism market on the basis of purpose?
• What is the breakup of the GCC halal tourism market on the basis of budget?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the GCC halal tourism market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the GCC halal tourism market?
• What is the structure of the GCC halal tourism market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the GCC halal tourism market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the GCC halal tourism market from 2017-2028.
• The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the GCC halal tourism market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the GCC halal tourism industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.