Application of Maqasid Shariah in Halal Tourism Decision-Makers

The Maqasid Shariah approach, which includes the concept of Maslahah (good) and Mafsadah (bad), plays an important role in aligning Muslim tourism with Islamic principles. Although Islamic tourism is growing rapidly, research on the application of Maqasid Shariah when making decisions during Muslim tourism is still limited. This article addresses that gap by examining the challenges faced by Muslim travellers in maintaining moral and religious values when making tourism choices. The study's main objective is to integrate the principles of Maslahah-Mafsadah in various aspects of Muslim tourism decisions, including destination selection, travel guides, accommodation options, and halal food aspects. This study analyzes how this concept can help Muslim travellers choose tourism options that align with Islamic values. The study's findings show that an approach based on Maqasid Shariah in tourism decisions can improve Muslim travellers' experience by providing relevant and practical guidance. This article proposes a standard approach that aligns with Maqasid Shariah to help Muslims make more informed, ethical, and beneficial tourism decisions.