HALAL: Journal of Halal & Muslim-Friendly Tourism is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal published by Pusat Kajian Pariwisata Indonesia (PKPI) - Center for Indonesian Tourism Studies. The journal is dedicated to advancing scholarly knowledge and understanding of halal tourism, Muslim-friendly travel, and Islamic hospitality worldwide.
As the global Muslim travel market continues to grow rapidly, HALAL journal serves as a premier platform for researchers, academics, and industry practitioners to share cutting-edge research, best practices, and innovative approaches in serving Muslim travelers and developing halal tourism destinations.
HALAL is the first Indonesian academic journal specifically focused on halal tourism studies, reflecting Indonesia's position as the world's largest Muslim-majority country and a leading halal tourism destination.
Aim
HALAL aims to:
- Publish high-quality research on halal tourism and Muslim-friendly travel services
- Advance theoretical frameworks for understanding Muslim traveler behavior and needs
- Bridge academia and industry by featuring research with practical applications
- Support halal tourism development through evidence-based insights and recommendations
- Foster international collaboration among researchers in Islamic tourism studies
- Promote Indonesia as a global hub for halal tourism research and development
Scope
HALAL publishes original research articles, review articles, case studies, and short communications in the following areas:
Halal Tourism Development
- Halal tourism destination development
- Halal tourism ecosystem
- Halal certification in tourism
- Muslim-friendly destination branding
- Halal tourism policy and regulation
- National halal tourism strategies
Muslim Traveler Behavior
- Muslim traveler motivations and preferences
- Halal travel decision-making process
- Muslim tourist satisfaction and loyalty
- Generational differences in Muslim travel
- Female Muslim travelers
- Muslim family travel
Islamic Hospitality
- Halal hotel and accommodation
- Sharia-compliant hospitality services
- Halal food and beverage management
- Prayer facilities in tourism establishments
- Islamic service quality standards
- Halal spa and wellness services
Halal Food Tourism
- Halal gastronomy and culinary tourism
- Halal food certification
- Halal supply chain in tourism
- Muslim-friendly restaurants
- Halal street food tourism
- Halal food souvenirs
Religious Tourism
- Umrah and Hajj tourism
- Islamic heritage tourism
- Mosque tourism
- Islamic pilgrimage studies
- Ziarah tourism
- Islamic historical sites
Halal Tourism Marketing
- Marketing to Muslim travelers
- Digital marketing for halal tourism
- Halal tourism branding
- Muslim travel media and influencers
- OIC country tourism marketing
- Halal tourism promotion strategies
Halal Tourism Economics
- Economic impact of halal tourism
- Halal tourism market analysis
- Muslim travel spending patterns
- Halal tourism investment
- Halal tourism competitiveness
- SMEs in halal tourism
Emerging Topics in Halal Tourism
- Technology in halal travel (apps, AI, VR)
- Halal tourism post-pandemic recovery
- Sustainable halal tourism
- Halal cruise tourism
- Halal medical tourism
- Modest fashion tourism
- Halal-friendly airports
Article Types
| Type | Word Count | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Research Article | 5,000–8,000 | Original empirical or theoretical research with clear methodology |
| Review Article | 6,000–10,000 | Systematic or narrative review synthesizing existing literature |
| Case Study | 4,000–6,000 | In-depth analysis of halal tourism destinations or phenomena |
| Short Communication | 2,000–3,000 | Brief reports on preliminary findings or industry insights |
| Industry Perspective | 2,000–4,000 | Practitioner viewpoints on halal tourism trends and challenges |
Peer Review Process
HALAL employs a double-blind peer review process:
- Initial Screening (1 week): Editor checks scope, quality, and Islamic compliance
- Reviewer Assignment (1 week): Minimum 2 reviewers with expertise in Islamic tourism
- Peer Review (4-6 weeks): Reviewers evaluate academic merit and Islamic authenticity
- Editorial Decision (1 week): Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject
- Author Revision (2 weeks): Authors address reviewer comments
- Final Decision (1 week): Editor makes final publication decision
- Production (2 weeks): Copyediting, layout, and proofreading
Average time from submission to first decision: 6-8 weeks
Average time from acceptance to publication: 4 weeks
Publication Ethics
HALAL adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics based on Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE)guidelines, with additional considerations for Islamic research ethics:
For Authors
- All submissions must be original work not under consideration elsewhere
- Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited (maximum similarity index: 20%)
- Research involving Muslim communities must respect Islamic values and sensitivities
- All authors must meet ICMJE authorship criteria
- Conflicts of interest and funding sources must be disclosed
- Research involving human subjects must have ethical approval
For Reviewers
- Double-blind peer review is employed for all submissions
- Reviewers should have expertise in halal tourism or Islamic studies
- Reviewers must maintain confidentiality and objectivity
- Reviews should assess both academic rigor and Islamic authenticity
For Editors
- Editorial decisions are based on academic merit and relevance to halal tourism
- Editors ensure content respects Islamic principles and values
- Editors handle conflicts of interest transparently
Open Access Policy
HALAL is an open access journal, meaning all content is freely available without charge to users or their institutions. This aligns with Islamic principles of knowledge sharing (ilmu) for the benefit of the ummah.
License
All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Copyright
Authors retain copyright of their work while granting HALAL the right of first publication.
Article Processing Charge (APC)
| Author Affiliation | APC |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Institution | Rp 500.000 |
| OIC Country Institution | USD 50 |
| Other International Institution | USD 65 |
APC Waivers
- Invited articles and special issue contributions
- Authors from low-income OIC countries (case-by-case basis)
- Editorial board members (one article per year)
- HaSIM Forum members (special discount)
Strategic Partners
HALAL journal collaborates with:
- HaSIM Forum - Halal, Sustainability, and Inclusive Muslim-Friendly Tourism Forum
- Indonesia Halal Lifestyle Center
- Islamic Tourism Centre of Malaysia
- Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation (COMCEC)
- Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) Research Partners
Contact Information
Editorial Office:
HALAL: Journal of Halal & Muslim-Friendly Tourism
Pusat Kajian Pariwisata Indonesia (PKPI)
Jakarta, Indonesia
Email:
- General Inquiries: halal@pariwisatagajahmada.id
- Editor: editor.halal@pariwisatagajahmada.id
- Technical Support: support@pariwisatagajahmada.id
Website: https://halal.pariwisatagajahmada.id
