Halal tourism: exploring innovative marketing opportunities for entrepreneurs
ISSN: 1759-0833
Article publication date: 1 February 2021
Issue publication date: 7 March 2022
Abstract
Purpose
The aim of this conceptual paper is to define Halal tourism based on the current practices and to explore the available innovative business opportunities in Halal travel industry that could be exploited by Halal entrepreneurs.
Design/methodology/approach
Critical assessment in Halal tourism literature is used to define Halal tourism and to link between Halal entrepreneurship and Halal tourism to explore innovative marketing opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Findings
New Halal tourism definition is suggested based on the current practices in this field. The paper also provided new prospects for Halal Entrepreneurs that could enable them to start new ventures in Halal tourism industry.
Originality/value
This study provides new theoretical and practical contribution in Halal tourism and Halal entrepreneurship. The findings could help tourism operators, Halal entrepreneurs to introduce Halal tourism products and services for catering Muslim traveler needs.
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Citation
Battour, M., Salaheldeen, M. and Mady, K. (2022), "Halal tourism: exploring innovative marketing opportunities for entrepreneurs", Journal of Islamic Marketing, Vol. 13 No. 4, pp. 887-897. https://doi.org/10.1108/JIMA-06-2020-0191
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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