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04 ITM 2024

04 ITM 2024

July-August . 2024

Celebrating innovation

ITM 2024 partners mark a new era in Muslim-friendly tourism

AS part of Islamic Tourism Month ( ITM ) 2024 , Islamic Tourism Centre ( ITC ) is thrilled to present a selection of its distinguished partners participating in the campaign . Celebrating Malaysia ’ s Muslim-friendly experiences , each partner will be offering exclusive deals and promotions from 16 August to 30 September 2024 . For more information and special offers from ITM 2024 partners , please visit itm . itc . gov . my .

Design Village Outlet Mall

DESIGN Village Outlet Mall ( DVOM ) is an award-winning outlet mall managed by PE Land ( Penang ) Sdn Bhd . The mall is located in Batu Kawan , Penang and has 150 stores showcasing a wide range of international and local brands .

Impressively , the outlet mall holds the title of being the largest mall in the northern region .
DVOM continually seeks to accommodate the varied preferences of its visitors , including Muslim tourists . This year , DVOM partnered with ITC for the first time .
“ As a very experienced Malaysian operator in the Malaysian market , we have all the facilities that cater to the Muslim population as well as tourists . So , it ’ s nothing new to us ,” said Andy Song , Chief Operating Officer of PE Land .
Since its opening in 2016 , the mall has developed an in-depth understanding
Andy Song
of the local market and necessities . It has become standard practice for the mall to provide Muslim-friendly amenities such as halal dining options and prayer facilities . Song sees its partnership with ITC as a natural fit , given its expertise and alignment with the market .
DVOM aims to increase its visibility among international tourists , as there is a growing influx of Muslim tourists from the Middle East . This presents a timely opportunity for the mall to promote
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its Muslim-friendly amenities and market itself as a Muslim-friendly destination . Evidently , this segment is becoming increasingly important in the travel market .
Through its participation in ITM 2024 , DVOM hopes to establish itself as a prominent player in the Muslim-friendly retail market .
“ We want to showcase the brands that we house as well as attract more brands to collaborate to come into Penang ,” shared Song .
Unlike Kuala Lumpur , Penang has fewer Muslim brands . DVOM seeks to
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address this gap by attracting more of these brands to the region .
In addition , the mall is proud to showcase its upgraded facilities and recent accomplishments . This includes receiving The Edge Malaysia Best Managed and Sustainable Property Awards 2024 in the retail non-strata category for properties under 10 years . ITM 2024 is an opportunity for DVOM to highlight this achievement .
SPECIAL OFFERS :
• High discount rates of up to 60 and 80 per cent across popular brands
like Adidas , Coach , Kate Spade and more .
• Items at reduced prices through promotions such as “ buy two items , get one free ” from Levi ’ s and “ prices starting from RM19 ” for Padini .
• Islamic culture and traditions event , including a street food market featuring 30 Muslim vendors .
Visit https :// designvillagepenang . com for more information . Find DVOM on Facebook and Instagram at @ designvillagepenang . DVOM is also on TikTok at @ designvillage _ penang .

Terompah Spa

TEROMPAH Spa is a Muslimfriendly spa in Kulim , Kedah , offering treatments and services for both men and women . Its offerings are gender-specific , aligning with Islamic principles of modesty .

Besides that , Terompah Spa has a dedicated prayer room where Muslim guests can fulfil their spiritual obligations . The spa also has three additional private rooms , offering guests the privacy they need for comfort and relaxation .
To attract both local and international tourists , Terompah Spa highlights its traditional Malay theme and concept . One of its key offerings is Bertangas , a traditional steam therapy .
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While Bertangas is traditionally associated with postpartum care , Terompah Spa promotes it as beneficial for all women . It helps with skin cleansing , relaxation , and general wellness . In addition , the spa incorporates natural ingredients such as rose water and coconut oils to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment .
Taking part in ITM 2024 demonstrates the spa ’ s commitment to supporting ITC ’ s initiatives to promote Malaysia as a leading destination for Muslim-friendly tourism : “ Terompah Spa supports the tourism industry by offering culturally rich and exclusive spa experiences that attract both local and
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international visitors ,” said Adam Idris , Management Executive of Terompah Spa .
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SPECIAL OFFER :
• Terompah Spa is promoting its Malaysia Signature Massage , a distinctive product recognised by the Ministry of Tourism , Arts and Culture . This massage combines techniques from various cultural traditions , which include Malay ,
Indian , and Chinese , as well as those practised by the Indigenous peoples of Sabah and Sarawak . The massage incorporates reflexology , breathing , Indian head massage among others . To discover more about the packages and services offered , visit www . terompahspa . com or on Instagram @ terompahspaofficial and Terompah Spa Kulim on Facebook .