Hong Kong Ranks Second as World's Top Muslim-Friendly Destination for 2026

Hong Kong has solidified its standing as a top destination for Muslim travelers, earning the second-highest ranking globally in the Muslim-friendly Destination of the Year category at the Halal in Travel Awards 2026. This marks a significant improvement from its previous third-place position.

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We are delighted to see Hong Kong continue to show progress in the development of Muslim-friendly tourism and once again receive international recognition. This award is the result of close collaboration between the Hong Kong Government, HKTB, and tourism industry players.

The city's commitment to creating an inclusive and comfortable environment for Muslim visitors is evident in its enhanced infrastructure. Hong Kong now boasts nearly 290 Muslim-friendly facilities, with 222 restaurants certified halal or Muslim-owned, and 61 hotels holding CrescentRating certification. This dedication has not gone unnoticed, as the city also retained its first-place ranking for Muslim-friendly Accessible Travel Destination and secured a runner-up spot for Muslim Women Friendly Travel Destination.

Dr. Peter Lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), expressed his delight at the international recognition, emphasizing the collaborative efforts of the government, HKTB, and industry partners. He stated that the HKTB will continue its 'accreditation, education, and promotion' strategy to further develop Muslim-friendly facilities and culinary options, reinforcing Hong Kong's appeal to a growing segment of global tourists.

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I congratulate all industry partners who received awards and thank them for the continued support from the government and the active participation of industry players.

Adding to its accolades, the HKTB's "Explore Hong Kong" campaign, which features a dedicated Muslim travel guide in Indonesian for the Southeast Asian market, won the Halal Travel Marketing Campaign of the Year award. This campaign was recognized for its authentic and practical content tailored for Muslim travelers in the region.

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Moving forward, HKTB will continue to implement the 'accreditation, education, and promotion' strategy through close cooperation with the tourism industry, food and beverage sector, and various related sectors to encourage the presence of more Muslim-friendly facilities and culinary options. This effort will further strengthen Hong Kong's position as a Muslim-friendly tourist destination and attract more tourists to visit Hong Kong.