Islamic Travel Newswire
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the Islamic world.
21 Sep, 2015
Macau organizes Islamic Culture in Tourism Workshop
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 21 September 2015 (07 Dhul Ḥijjah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ EID UL ADHA MUBARAK TO ALL MY READERS A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM […]
more…14 Sep, 2015
Australian designers launch Islamic fashion collections in Indonesia
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 14 September 2015 (30 Dhul Qa’dah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…7 Sep, 2015
Global Ad Campaign to Highlight Malaysia’s Stunning Mosques
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 07 September 2015 (23 Dhul Qa’dah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…31 Aug, 2015
Guidebook planned in Japan to accommodate needs of Muslim tourists
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 31 August 2015 (16 Dhul Qa’dah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…23 Aug, 2015
Uzbekistan hosts Melodies of the East Music Festival
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 24 August 2015 (09 Dhul Qa’dah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 […]
more…17 Aug, 2015
Orlando Airport To Open $250,000 Muslim Prayer Room
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 17 August 2015 (02 Dhul Qa’dah 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…10 Aug, 2015
Lotfollah Mosque of Isfahan tops list of world’s most beautiful mosques
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 10 August 2015 (25 Shawwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 […]
more…3 Aug, 2015
India to Fund Translation of Ancient Arabic Manuscripts Showing Islamic Health & Wellness Advances
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 03 August 2015 (17 Shawwaal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…27 Jul, 2015
Special Report: Iran Beckons The World
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 27 July 2015 (10 Shawwal 1436). This week’s edition includes a special compilation of reports on the business, cultural and artistic awakening set to emerge in Iran following the conclusion of the nuclear pact with […]
more…20 Jul, 2015
Palestine, Thailand, Indonesia, Sri Lanka sign up for Halal Travel Summit in Abu Dhabi
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 20 July 2015 (04 Shawwaal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…13 Jul, 2015
New York to host first Muslim comedy festival
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 13 July 2015 (26 Ramadan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TRAVEL NEWSWIRE EXECUTIVE EDITOR IMTIAZ MUQBIL AND ASSISTANT EDITOR SANA MUQBIL SHAMSI WISH ALL […]
more…6 Jul, 2015
First Brunei Islamic Fashion Exhibition aims to unite local designers
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 06 July 2015 (19 Ramadaan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…29 Jun, 2015
Hindu Man Writes First Biography of Prophet Muhammad in Marwari
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 29 June 2015 (12 Ramadaan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 The […]
more…22 Jun, 2015
Christians Observe Ramadan For Lent
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 22 June 2015 (05 Ramadan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…15 Jun, 2015
Muslim Scientist becomes First Female President of Mauritius
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 15 June 2015 (28 Sha’baan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…8 Jun, 2015
Iranian firm makes reverse osmosis desalination technology breakthrough
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 08 June 2015 (21 Sha’baan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 […]
more…1 Jun, 2015
Muslim Invents First Hi-Tech Prayer Mat
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 01 June 2015 (14 Sha’baan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…25 May, 2015
Esfahan: The City that’s “Half the World”
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 25 May 2015 (06 Sha’baan 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…18 May, 2015
Africa’s Longest Canopy Walkway Opens in Nigeria
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 18 May 2015 (29 Rajab 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 The […]
more…11 May, 2015
Muslim MPs up to record 13 in UK Polls
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 11 May 2015 (22 Rajab 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…4 May, 2015
Obama’s Grandmother Performs Umrah
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 04 May 2015 (15 Rajab 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…27 Apr, 2015
First Central Asia Water Museum opens in Bishkek
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 27 April 2015 (08 Rajab 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…20 Apr, 2015
Middle East’s largest theater complex to open in Tehran
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 20 April 2015 (01 Rajab 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…13 Apr, 2015
Jakarta To Host 60th Anniversary Asia-Africa Conference April 19
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 13 April 2015 (23 Jumaada al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…6 Apr, 2015
Islamic Yoga boosts Energy, Happiness and Health
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 06 April 2015 (17 Jumaada al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS 2015 […]
more…30 Mar, 2015
Istanbul, Marrakech Voted World’s Top Tourism Cities
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 30 March 2015 (09 Jumaada al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA CELEBRATES A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…23 Mar, 2015
Indonesia to waive visas for 25 countries
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 23 March 2015 (02 Jumaada al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…16 Mar, 2015
Melbourne Exhibition to showcase Muslims who rescued Jews in World War II
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 16 March 2015 (25 Jumaada al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…9 Mar, 2015
Japan’s Muslim-Friendly Environment Pulls Malaysian, Indonesian Tourists
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 09 March 2015 (18 Jumaada al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…2 Mar, 2015
Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei to benefit from AirAsia ASEAN Pass
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 02 March 2015 (11 Jumaada al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…23 Feb, 2015
Alcohol-free Hotel Takes Off in Ibadan, Nigeria
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 23 February 2015 (04 Jumaada al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT FESTIVALS […]
more…16 Feb, 2015
Thousands of jobs to be created by road-rail projects in Oman
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 16 February 2015 (27 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…9 Feb, 2015
Google launches Street View for Bangladesh
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 09 February 2015 (20 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA TO CELEBRATE A YEAR OF GREAT […]
more…2 Feb, 2015
Islamic museum founder honoured with Australian Award
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 02 February 2015 (12 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre […]
more…26 Jan, 2015
Turkish writer pens book on Islamic Culinary Culture
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 26 January 2015 (06 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE […]
more…19 Jan, 2015
Scientific Center of Kuwait to Host 1001 Inventions in February
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 19 January 2015 (28 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian handicraft […]
more…12 Jan, 2015
Islam’s Golden Age to be major highlight of UNESCO fair in Paris
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 12 January 2015 (19 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…5 Jan, 2015
The Muslim Green: American Muslim Market Study 2014-15 released
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 05 January 2015 (14 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…29 Dec, 2014
World Islamic Travel Summit To Debut In Abu Dhabi, October 2015
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 29 December 2014 (07 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…22 Dec, 2014
E-encyclopedia documents Haj through the ages
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 22 December 2014 (30 Safar 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…15 Dec, 2014
Oman Air Launches Muscat-Jakarta Flights
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 15 December 2014 (22 Safar 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…8 Dec, 2014
Malaysia sets up Malay Language Development Centre in China
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 08 December 2014 (16 Safar 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…1 Dec, 2014
Al-Quds, Konya Declared Islamic Tourism Capitals for 2015, 2016
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 01 December 2014 (09 Safar 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…24 Nov, 2014
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to perform at Nobel Peace Prize Concert
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 24 November 2014 (02 Safar 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…17 Nov, 2014
Istanbul’s giant mosque to be “women-friendly,” architects say
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 17 November 2014 (24 Muharram 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…10 Nov, 2014
Singer Yusuf Islam Launches Autobiography on his Spiritual Journey
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 10 November 2014 (17 Muharram 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…3 Nov, 2014
Luxury train pulls into Tehran amid Western tourism push
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 03 November 2014 (10 Muharram 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…27 Oct, 2014
Saudi King Orders Free Treatment For Disabled People
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 27 October 2014 (03 Muharram 1436). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian handicraft […]
more…20 Oct, 2014
Jeddah Mosque Becomes Disabled-Friendly
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 20 October 2014 (26 Dhul Ḥijjah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…13 Oct, 2014
World ranking of Malaysian universities rises dramatically
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 13 October 2014 (19 Dhul Ḥijjah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…6 Oct, 2014
Merged Islamic Tourism Mart – Indonesian Travel Fair to be held 24-26 Oct
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 06 October 2014 (12 Dhul Ḥijjah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…29 Sep, 2014
Islamic Fashion Market estimated at $322 billion by 2018
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 29 September 2014 (05 Dhul Ḥijjah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…22 Sep, 2014
Free Admission To Egyptian Museums On World Tourism Day Sept 27
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 22 September 2014 (27 Dhul Qa’dah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE Malaysian […]
more…15 Sep, 2014
New Authority To Restore Historic Cairo
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 15 September 2014 (20 Dhul Qa’dah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…8 Sep, 2014
Website launched for Palestine Museum of Natural History
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 08 September 2014 (13 Dhul Qa’dah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS ONLINE […]
more…1 Sep, 2014
Spanish Chain To Help Convert Oman’s Forts, Castles Into Hotels
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 01 September 2014 (06 Dhul Qi’dah 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ **A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS: TOURISM MALAYSIA** **NOW YOU CAN BUY EXQUISITE MALAYSIAN HANDICRAFTS […]
more…25 Aug, 2014
High-Tech To The Rescue For Indian Haj Pilgrims
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 25 August 2014 (28 Shawwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia has […]
more…17 Aug, 2014
Trade Expo Indonesia 2014 to be held October 8-12
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 18 August 2014 (21 Shawwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia has […]
more…11 Aug, 2014
US$100M ADB Loans For Bangladesh Railways Upgrade
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 11 August 2014 (14 Shawwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia has […]
more…4 Aug, 2014
IDB Calls for Nominations: Islamic Economics Prize 2015
A compilation of stories of interesting events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 04 August 2014 (07 Shawwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia has […]
more…28 Jul, 2014
“I Felt So Good”: Even Hindus Joined The Ramadan Fast
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 28 July 2014 (1 Shawwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story.
more…21 Jul, 2014
Bethlehem Christians join the Ramadan fast in interfaith solidarity
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 21 July 2014 (23 Ramadan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ EID UL FITR MUBARAK TO ALL MY READERS Islamic Travel Newswire Executive Editor Imtiaz Muqbil […]
more…14 Jul, 2014
Tourism Malaysia Promotions Back to Normal In China
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 14 July 2014 (16 Ramadan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ RAMADAN MUBARAK TO ALL MY READERS Islamic Travel Newswire Executive Editor Imtiaz Muqbil and Assistant Editor […]
more…7 Jul, 2014
Non-Muslims Attempt Ramadan fast in Turkey
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 07 July 2014 (09 Ramadan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ RAMADAN MUBARAK TO ALL MY READERS Islamic Travel Newswire Executive Editor Imtiaz Muqbil and Assistant […]
more…30 Jun, 2014
Sydney To Host First Ramadan Festival
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 30 June 2014 (02 Ramadan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ RAMADAN MUBARAK TO ALL MY READERS Islamic Travel Newswire Executive Editor Imtiaz Muqbil and Assistant […]
more…23 Jun, 2014
Biggest red light area in Indonesia permanently closed
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 23 June 2014 (25 Sha’baan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in […]
more…16 Jun, 2014
Cool Weather Cape Town Woos Muslim Tourists For Ramadan
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 16 June 2014 (18 Sha’baan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines BELOW to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia […]
more…9 Jun, 2014
The role of Islamic tourism in the global economy
Following is the full text of the speech delivered by Mrs. Fatou Mass Jobe-Njie, Minister of Tourism & Culture, Republic of The Gambia and Chairperson of the OIC Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers, at the 1st OIC International Forum on Islamic Tourism, 2-3 June 2014, Jakarta, Indonesia Asalamu Alaikum Warahmatulahi Wabarakatuhu Madame Chairperson, first of […]
more…9 Jun, 2014
’21st century China-Iran Silk Road Seminar’ held in Beijing
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 09 June 2014 (11 Sha’baan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia […]
more…2 Jun, 2014
World Cup 2014 in Brazil ready to welcome Muslim fans
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 02 June 2014 (04 Sha’baan 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia […]
more…26 May, 2014
Damac launches Sharia-compliant hotel apartments
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 26 May 2014 (27 Rajab 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 has led […]
more…19 May, 2014
Qatar Airways to shift to new Doha airport hub on 27 May
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 19 May 2014 (20 Rajab 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 has […]
more…12 May, 2014
Kyrgyzstan looks to tourist season with optimism
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 12 May 2014 (13 Rajab 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 has […]
more…5 May, 2014
Astana hosts first Asian Development Bank Annual Meeting
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 05 May 2014 (06 Rajab 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 […]
more…28 Apr, 2014
Photo exhibition highlights “Cairo: The Crossroads of Faith”
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 28 April 2014 (28 Jumaada al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 […]
more…21 Apr, 2014
Six Dubai Metro stations to be transformed into museums of Islamic art, culture
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 21 April 2014 (21 Jumaada al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 […]
more…14 Apr, 2014
Islamic “Halalywood” Film Industry Set for Global Launch
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 14 April 2014 (14 Jumaada al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 […]
more…7 Apr, 2014
Sharjah illustrates true story of Islam through epic musical
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 07 April 2014 (07 Jumaada al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines below to go to the story. THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 has […]
more…31 Mar, 2014
Morocco: Music festival to honour Mandela
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 31 March 2014 (29 Jumaada al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ THE ISLAMIC IMPERATIVE — SUPPORT MALAYSIA IN ITS TIME OF NEED The tragedy of MH370 […]
more…24 Mar, 2014
Reconstruction of World Heritage mausoleums starts in Timbuktu
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 24 March 2014 (23 Jumaada al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia […]
more…17 Mar, 2014
German tour operator reports major Iran tourist boom
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 17 March 2014 (16 Jumaada al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in […]
more…10 Mar, 2014
Australia’s First Islamic Museum Opens
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 10 March 2014 (09 Jumaada al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in […]
more…4 Mar, 2014
Muslim outreach programs reaching Hispanic converts – San Antonio Express-News
SAN ANTONIO — PEARLAND — Carlos Lopez earns money in the U.S. and sends some of it home to his family in Mexico. He also sends pamphlets and testimonies about his new faith. Last December, Lopez took the “shahada” — the profession of the Islamic faith — joining the ranks of what the American Muslim […]
more…3 Mar, 2014
Palestine PM invites more Indonesian tourists
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 03 March 2014 (02 Jumaada al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in […]
more…24 Feb, 2014
London Jews Host Islam Awareness Week
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 24 February 2014 (24 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in […]
more…17 Feb, 2014
Nigeria Plans Major Investment in Airport Development
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 17 February 2014 (17 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ISLAMIC TOURISM CENTRE – GATEWAY TO MALAYSIA, THE MUSLIM-FRIENDLY DESTINATION The Islamic Tourism Centre in Malaysia […]
more…10 Feb, 2014
Iraq’s National Museum plans April reopening
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 10 February 2014 (10 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ASEAN TOURISM FORUM 2014 IN KUCHING, SARAWAK, HAILED A MAJOR SUCCESS The Minister of Tourism […]
more…3 Feb, 2014
Carpet-making enjoys a revival in Kyrgyzstan
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 03 February 2014 (03 Rabee’ al-Thaani 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ ASEAN TOURISM FORUM 2014 IN KUCHING, SARAWAK, HAILED A MAJOR SUCCESS The Minister of Tourism […]
more…27 Jan, 2014
European businesses rushing to find Iran bonanza
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 27 January 2014 (26 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ EXHIBITION ON GOLDEN AGE OF MUSLIM CIVILISATION NOW SHOWING IN KUALA LUMPUR UNTIL 28 FEB […]
more…20 Jan, 2014
Borneo World Music Expo 2014 Invites Proposals for Performances
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 20 January 2014 (19 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ EXHIBITION ON GOLDEN AGE OF MUSLIM CIVILISATION NOW SHOWING IN KUALA LUMPUR UNTIL 28 FEB […]
more…13 Jan, 2014
Religious Faith Relieves Work Stress: Study
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 13 January 2014 (12 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ EXHIBITION ON GOLDEN AGE OF MUSLIM CIVILISATION NOW SHOWING IN KUALA LUMPUR UNTIL 28 FEB […]
more…6 Jan, 2014
Japan’s bid to make airports more Muslim-friendly
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 06 January 2014 (05 Rabee’ al-Awwal 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story.
more…23 Dec, 2013
Bradford synagogue saved by city’s Muslims
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 23 December 2013 (19 Safar 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ EXHIBITION ON GOLDEN AGE OF MUSLIM CIVILISATION NOW SHOWING IN KUALA LUMPUR UNTIL 28 FEB 2014 The […]
more…16 Dec, 2013
Historic first meeting between Pope, OIC chief
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 16 December 2013 (12 Safar 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story.
more…9 Dec, 2013
Visit Malaysia Year 2014 set for Jan 4 Launch
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 09 December 2013 (05 Safar 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR SET FOR LAUNCH ON JAN 4, 2014 Visit Malaysia Year 2014 is the nation’s […]
more…2 Dec, 2013
Visiting Maldives “like stepping into a new life”
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 02 December 2013 (28 Muharram 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ MALAYSIA’S TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS – DECEMBER 2013 Wrap up 2013 with more exciting events before Visit Malaysia Year […]
more…25 Nov, 2013
India Inaugurates “The Mughals: Life, Art & Culture” Exhibit
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 25 November 2013 (21 Muharram 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ MALAYSIA’S TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS – DECEMBER 2013 Wrap up 2013 with more exciting events before Visit Malaysia […]
more…18 Nov, 2013
World’s First Underground Mosque Opens in Turkey
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 18 November 2013 (14 Muharram 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS MALAYSIA’S TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS – DECEMBER 2013 Wrap up 2013 with more exciting […]
more…11 Nov, 2013
Surabaya’s first female mayor pledges to clean out red-light areas
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 11 November 2013 (07 Muharram 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story. ============ A WORD FROM MY SPONSORS – TOURISM MALAYSIA MALAYSIA’S TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS – DECEMBER 2013 Wrap up […]
more…4 Nov, 2013
Blockbuster Islamic Expo “1001 Inventions” Now Showing In Malaysia
A compilation of progressive, positive, inspiring and motivating events and developments in the world of Islam for the week ending 04 November 2013 (01 Muharram 1435). Pls click on any of the headlines to go to the story.
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