The Philippines is launching a major push to strengthen its position as a Muslim-friendly travel destination.Local tourism authorities are keen to welcome travellers from the Middle East and the wider Muslim world through a growing ecosystem of halal- and Muslim-friendly tourism experiences.
This followers the Asian nation's strong tourism and cultural ties with neighbouring Muslim-majority countries such as Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia under the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA).
Beyond tourism infrastructure, the Philippines is also investing in workforce development, destination preparedness, and cultural awareness initiatives to strengthen the delivery of halal and Muslim-friendly tourism services nationwide.
The Department of Tourism (DOT) said in a media release that it continues to support this growth through the implementation of its Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishment (MFAE) Recognition Program across hotels and tourism establishments, while also encouraging halal certification among restaurants, accommodations, and tourism service providers throughout the country.
The DOT has officially recognized 67 Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishments (MFAEs) across the country.
Leading the effort is Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, the first hotel chain in the Philippines to achieve 100% MFAE recognition across all of its properties.
For more info see tourism.gov.ph
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