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LIFESTYLE
@ Halal | March-April. 2025
Faith meets adventure
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IN today’ s world, halal travel is no longer a niche. It is a growing lifestyle, and destinations like Hong Kong are leading the way. Once famed solely for its dim sum and dazzling skylines, Hong Kong is now emerging as a vibrant halalfriendly destination, perfect for Muslim travellers seeking authentic experiences without compromising their faith.
Thanks to an initiative by the Hong Kong Tourism Board( HKBT), 52 hotels have obtained CrescentRating accreditation, offering facilities like prayer rooms and halal-certified dining.
From enjoying steaming beef
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Adding to this momentum, travel platform Klook has partnered with CrescentRating and HalalTrip to integrate verified Muslim-friendly ratings into its system. This ground-breaking collaboration means Muslim travellers can easily find experiences that cater to halal food needs and prayer facilities, making travel planning smoother and more trustworthy.
Recent statistics show a significant rise in Muslim visitor arrivals to Hong Kong, particularly from Malaysia and Indonesia. It is evident that the Halal tourism sector is thriving, and businesses that embrace it are flourishing.
Whether it is for culinary delights, cultural adventures, or breathtaking cityscapes, Muslim travellers can now explore Hing Kong with complete peace of mind. Thanks to digital advancements and dedicated efforts, discovering halal-friendly experiences has never been easier or more exciting.
In 2025 and beyond, halalconscious explorers can look forward to a world where faith and adventures travel hand-in-hand, with Hong Kong and Klook at the forefront of this inspiring journey.
MyNikahNow: ����������������� and Shariahcompliant
FINDING a halal path to marriage is now easier than ever with MyNikahNow, the world’ s first fully digital nikah solution. Committed to Islamic principles, the platform enables Muslim couples to formalise their marriage with a qualified Ma’ dhun and witnesses, all from the comfort of their homes.
Since its launch, MyNikahNow has empowered thousands of Muslims in 173 countries, including the UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia, to complete their Nikah within 24-48 hours.
Offering services in Arabic, English, French, and more, the app ensures linguistic accessibility for a truly global Ummah.
Under the ethos of“ Making Nikah Simple Again”, the process is fast, Shariah-compliant, and fully digital. Transparent pricing, secure administration, and instant certificates make halal marriage convenient and stress-free, promoting Islamic values while discouraging Zina.
For Muslim singles and couples facing distance, time, or logistic challenges, MyNikahNow is a trusted bridge to fulfilling the Sunnah of marriage while upholding the values of faith, love, and commitment in the modern world.
Faith and family go digital
DURING Ramadan, Muslim families worldwide embraced digital platforms to enrich their spiritual journeys. Research shows a significant rise in digital media consumption during this holy month, with 72 per cent of Muslim parents actively seeking Islamic content for their children.
Answering this call, Muslim Pro, the world’ s most trusted Islamic lifestyle app, partnered with Durioo +, a premier faithbased children’ s streaming service, to offer an exclusive Ramadan subscription bundle.
With over 170 million downloads, Muslim Pro provides essential Ramadan tools, such as prayer times, fasting schedules, Quran recitations, and daily du’ as, alongside its
Qalbox video platform featuring Islamic documentaries and films. Durioo + complements this with over 16,000 pieces of engaging, Islamic-themed content tailored for young audiences.
This partnership not only ensures affordable access, offering at least a 50 per cent discount, but also supports families in nurturing faith and strengthening bonds through values-driven digital entertainment.
“ We understand that Muslim parents want content that nurtures faith and family ties during Ramadan,” said Sinan Ismail, Founder and CEO of Durioo +.
Junaidah Said Khan, Head of Content at Muslim Pro and Qalbox, added:
“ We aim to make meaningful Islamic resources accessible for
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all families.”
As Muslim communities continue to grow digitally, initiatives like this highlight a long-term commitment to pro- vide safe and inspiring spaces for faith and learning, ensuring that this Ramadan is both spiritually enriching and joyfully memorable for all.-