Islamic Tourism Centre

Strengthening Connections Through Muslim-Friendly Tourism in Central Asia 🌍✨

From 24–30 April 2026, Islamic Tourism Centre participated in the Central Asia Mini Roadshow (CIS Roadshow) organised by Tourism Malaysia across Almaty and Astana, Kazakhstan, as well as Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

The roadshow brought together tourism stakeholders, travel agents, airlines and industry players from across Central Asia to strengthen strategic collaboration and promote Malaysia’s tourism offerings in line with Visit Malaysia 2026. Through seminar presentations, business-to-business meetings and engagement sessions, ITC shared Malaysia’s best practices in Muslim-friendly tourism and hospitality, including the Muslim-Friendly Tourism and Hospitality Assurance and Recognition (MFAR) initiative.

Throughout the programme, strong interest was shown towards Malaysia’s halal ecosystem, Muslim-friendly services and tourism experiences, reflecting the growing demand from the Central Asian market. More importantly, the engagement opened opportunities for future partnerships, knowledge exchange and stronger international networks in positioning Malaysia as a leading global Muslim-friendly destination.

🌍 Seminar Revolusi Pelancongan Islam dan Hospitaliti Mesra-Muslim Peringkat Kebangsaan 2026 telah melabuhkan tirainya dengan penuh bermakna pada 7 Mei 2026 di Dewan Tuanku Canselor, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia.

Perkongsian idea, perbincangan industri dan pandangan masa depan telah menghimpunkan pelbagai pihak dalam memperkukuh hala tuju sektor MFTH di Malaysia.

Lebih penting, seminar ini menegaskan bahawa konsep “Muslim-friendly” membawa nilai sejagat seperti keselesaan, keselamatan, kebersihan dan layanan terbaik untuk semua.

Terima kasih kepada semua penganjur, panel dan peserta atas komitmen serta kolaborasi yang bermakna.

Semoga segala perkongsian ini menjadi pemangkin kepada industri pelancongan yang lebih progresif dan berdaya saing di peringkat global.

Happy Mother’s Day | 10 May

Before anything else, there is a mother.
Before every dream, there is her love.

Sincerely from Board of Trustees, Management and Staff of Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC)

Tourism industry players in Sri Lanka... You're in for a treat!
Tap into one of the fastest-growing travel markets 🌍

ITC and Sri Lanka - Malaysia Business Council is delighted to bring the Muslim-Friendly Tourism & Hospitality (MFTH) Awareness Seminar 2026. Designed for travel agents, restaurant owners and tourism service providers, ready to elevate their offerings and attract more travellers.

Save the date:
🗓️ 16 and 17 May 2026
⏰ 9am to 4pm
📍Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Register now! 🔗:https://event.chamber.lk/Details/Event/459

Learn what matters, adapt your services and stand out in a competitive industry.✈️

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Something is brewing... and we are thrilled to share this with our dedicated friends in the tourism industry.

ITC welcomed Encik Sharmine Ishak, Head of Corporate Communications and Puan Ain Ul Mardhiah Rosli, Head of Government Engagement of Visa Malaysia to offer comprehensive overviews on new opportunities in travel and finance.

We are grateful for the fruitful discussion on the future of Muslim-friendly travel with Visa Malaysia team.

Stay tuned for what's coming!

Kementerian Pelancongan, Seni dan Budaya Malaysia

Strengthening standards, elevating experiences. 🏨✨

The MFAR Competency Training Programme, in collaboration with MARA Perak, was successfully held on 22–23 April 2026 at Impiana Hotel Ipoh, Perak.

A total of 18 participants—comprising 11 tourist accommodation operators under the Resort Entrepreneur Development Programme (PURE) MARA and 7 travel agencies from MARA Perak—took part, reflecting a strong collective commitment to advancing Muslim-friendly tourism practices.

The programme provided valuable insights and practical guidance to help participants align their services with MFAR standards, enhancing comfort, confidence, and peace of mind for travellers.

A meaningful step forward in strengthening the quality and consistency of Malaysia’s Muslim-friendly tourism ecosystem.

🌍✨ Jom Sertai Seminar Revolusi Pelancongan Islam dan Hospitaliti Mesra Muslim Peringkat Kebangsaan 2026! ✨

Anjuran Institut Fatwa dan Halal (IFFAH), Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) dengan kerjasama Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) dan SIRIM QAS International Sdn. Bhd., serta dibawakan khas oleh Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC).

📅 Tarikh: 7 Mei 2026 (Khamis)
⏰ Masa: 8.00 pagi – 1.00 petang
📍 Lokasi: Dewan Tuanku Canselor, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

Tema: Isu, Cabaran dan Masa Depan Pelancongan Islam di Malaysia

💰 Yuran Penyertaan:
* RM200 (Peserta industri, pelajar & orang awam)
* RM350 (Peserta HRDF – claimable)

🍽️ Yuran Termasuk makan minum, sijil & cenderahati

🎯 Sertai jika anda:

✨ Usahawan hotel & pengusaha homestay mesra Muslim
✨ Pemain industri pelancongan & hospitaliti
✨ Agensi pelancongan kerajaan & swasta
✨ Graduan & pendidik dalam bidang pelancongan/hospitaliti
✨ Individu yang ingin terokai trend terkini pelancongan Islam

🚀 Tingkatkan ilmu, tambah nilai perkhidmatan & jadi lebih kompetitif dalam industri pelancongan Muslim yang semakin berkembang!

📢 Tempat adalah TERHAD!

📌 Imbas QR code pada poster atau klik pautan di bawah untuk pendaftaran segera:
🔗 https://forms.gle/PMdgFHRGYQt2FWLy7

📅 Tarikh Tutup Pendaftaran: 6 Mei 2026
LAST CALL!!

📞 Maklumat Lanjut:
Prof. Madya Dr. Hussein ‘Azemi Abdullah Thaidi
📱 019-6106916 | ✉️ [email protected]

Puan Siti Zulaikha Mohd Zamri
📱 019-4809068 | ✉️ [email protected]

Selamat Hari Pekerja 2026

Menghargai setiap usaha, menyantuni setiap jasa.
“Pekerja MADANI Kesuma Bangsa”

Ikhlas daripada
Ahli Lembaga Pemegang Amanah,
Pengurusan dan Warga Kerja
Islamic Tourism Centre (ITC)

Tap into one of the fastest-growing travel markets 🌍

Join the Muslim-Friendly Tourism & Hospitality (MFTH) Awareness Seminar 2026, designed for travel agents, restaurant owners, and tourism service providers ready to elevate their offerings and attract more travellers.

Learn what matters, adapt your services, and stand out in a competitive industry.✈️

Register today! 🔗:https://event.chamber.lk/Details/Event/459