How to Travel Halal

What is halal travel, and how inclusive is the tourism industry really when it comes to Muslim travelers? Erin is joined by Soumaya T. Hamdi to chat about how the Muslim travel market is growing, the barriers are Muslim travelers facing when they travel, and how can the tourism industry address these barriers and create a welcoming, inclusive space.PLUS, Kattie and Erin share their thoughts on an article about "the most disappointing Canadian cities according to tourists". Guest: Soumaya T. Hamdi is the founder of Halal Travel Guide, an organization she created that curated trips designed with Muslims in mind.Resources: https://halaltravelguide.net/https://www.instagram.com/halaltravelguide/ https://www.bworldonline.com/the-nation/2023/05/11/522414/dot-wants-more-halal-friendly-food-services-nationwide-to-attract-muslim-travel-market/https://dailyhive.com/canada/most-disappointing-cities-canada  If you're a fan of the show, don't forget to subscribe, rate and review Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast!Read Erin's award-winning blog: https://pinatravels.org/Follow us on social media @curioustourismpodSubscribe to Kattie's podcasting newsletter Pod the North, here.SUPPORT US ON PATREON for as little as $5 a month!CREDITSWritten and Hosted by: Erin HynesProducer: Kattie LaurMusic from Motion ArrayLogo by Nicole HallMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast NetworkCheck out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel Podcast