UAE ranks sixth in Global Muslim Travel Index 2026
Mastercard and CrescentRating have released the 11th edition of the Global Muslim Travel Index, a global ranking of Muslim-friendly destinations. The report projects international Muslim arrivals will reach 208 million this year, up from 196 million in 2025, and rise to 262 million by 2030. It estimates annual expenditure at $310 billion. GMTI 2026 evaluates 150 destinations and says they represent more than 98% of global Muslim visitor arrivals. The assessment uses the Access, Communications, Environment and Services framework. This year's edition adds a stronger focus on AI readiness, digital visibility, smart destination infrastructure, traveler confidence and resilience planning. The... [Continue Reading]
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