KUALA LUMPUR , 15 SEPT 2023 : In a historic milestone, the World Islamic Tourism Award (WITA) 2023 takes its place as the premier accolade in the realm of Islamic Tourism. This prestigious event is held in conjunction with the Asia Hajj, Umrah & Islamic Tourism Conference and Exhibition (AITEX 2023). The primary objective of this distinguished award is to extend recognition and celebrate the exceptional products and services offered by luminaries in the Islamic Tourism sector, encompassing all facets of the travel and tourism industry.
As affirmed by Dato’ Noor Zaleha Baharudin, the Organising Chairman of WITA, this award is not only a testament to excellence but also serves as a token of gratitude, acknowledging the invaluable contributions made by individuals and organizations that have played a pivotal role in the triumphant journey of the Islamic Travel Industry.
“The recipients of this award have been carefully selected by adhering to standard compliance set by the WITA selecting panel who themselves each have more then 30 years experienced in tourism industry,” said Dato’ Noor Zaleha Baharudin.
The significant of WITA held in Malaysia is in the relation to this country which was awarded as “Top Spot As The Preferred Halal Tourist Destination” by Master Card-Cresent Rating Global Muslim Index (GMTI) 2022.
This first WITA will definately inspires global Islamic tourism players to work harder for their effort will be highly recognise in the next year WITA and years onwards.
“Lastly as the Head of WITA organizing committee once again I congratulate those Islamic Tourism Heroes who been honored in receiving this most prestigious award,” said Dato’ Noor Zaleha Baharudin.
