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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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Accessible Travel: Unlocking the Neurodivergent & Senior Market 15.07.2025 14:03

The GMTI 2025 report reveals a crucial shift: accessible travel, particularly for neurodivergent individuals and seniors, is no longer a niche but a multi-billion-dollar strategic imperative for the global tourism industry. This deep dive unpacks the key findings from the latest Global Muslim Travel Index, moving beyond social responsibility to detail the powerful economic argument for inclusive t...

Unpacking the Future of Halal Travel: Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2025 Report Insights 21.06.2025 11:14

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 Overv...

Halal Travel Trends 2025: Where Faith Meets Adventure 01.05.2025 24:57

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...

1.6 Trillion Prostrations: How Ramadan 2025 Is Redefining Spiritual Connection 13.04.2025 10:08

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 an...

Why ASEAN region will recover faster with Prof Cédomir Nestorovic from ESSEC Asia Pacific 03.10.2020 39:36

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.

Enver Duminy on How Cape Town is re-starting Tourism | CR Conversations Episode #1 27.09.2020 32:40

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.