Halal Tourism Column: Rediscovering Indonesia!
Assalamu Alaikum, brothers and sisters! Many of us love to travel, not just abroad, but also by discovering incredible locations within our own country. We noticed this interest in your discussions and decided to launch a new permanent column on Salam Life – "Halal Tourism in Your Country." Our goal is to highlight places where recreation aligns with our values, and where nature and technology work together for the benefit of the Ummah. We dedicated the first edition to Indonesia. Our users from across the archipelago helped us prepare a list of places that, in 2026, have become benchmarks for beauty, budget, and comfort for Muslims. If you are planning a vacation, this guide will help you navigate current prices and the best locations. What is included in our selection: Lombok: The true capital of "Green Islam." Here, you will find eco-hotels powered by solar panels and mosques built from sustainable bamboo. A comfortable stay (4* hotels) currently costs an average of $70 – $100 per day. If you are planning a trek to Rinjani, budget around $210 for full service. West Sumatra: Ideal for family holidays. The Mandeh Islands offer villas with guaranteed privacy for sisters. Private boat tours here start from $150 per group, while high-quality eco-lodges start at $170 per package. Bangka Belitung: A destination for those who love quiet and "smart" recreation. Visiting medicinal forests and eco-centers costs an average of $30 – $40 per excursion, while staying in quality chain hotels is around $80. To make your journey as simple and high-tech as possible, we have selected the apps that have become must-haves for every Indonesian in 2026: All Indonesia App – A universal tool that now replaces a mountain of paperwork. All your digital declarations, customs forms, and health data are stored here. In today's Indonesian airports, you simply cannot do without it. Traveloka – The primary service for booking tickets. This year, they added excellent "Sustainable & Halal" filters that highlight hotels with solar panels and Halal certification. HalalTrip – Your main assistant on the road. The app not only finds the nearest mosque but also calculates prayer times directly on the plane, taking into account the flight's heading. Wisata Halal Indonesia – Verified Halal tour packages are collected here, where everything is already thought out: from ethical dining to scheduled prayer breaks. The full long-read with a detailed breakdown of each location, analytics, and budget tips is already available via the link! In the meantime, let's discuss in the comments: Which of these destinations seems most attractive for a family vacation? What daily travel budget (including food and transport) do you consider optimal in 2026? Focus your attention on the good, and it will surely return to you manifold! We have much to be proud of!