Shangri-La Hambantota Secures Halal-Friendly Certification to Boost Tourism 📈

• Shangri-La Hambantota has officially received Halal-Friendly Certification from Trace & Able (Pvt) Ltd, becoming a key player in inclusive hospitality by ensuring documented Halal dining protocols and cross-contact prevention. • The move targets the fast-growing global Muslim travel market, projected to reach 230 million arrivals and US$ 225 billion in annual expenditure by 2028. • The certification enhances the resort's appeal for destination weddings, corporate gatherings, and family-oriented travel from the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. • Strategic Expansion: Shangri-La Colombo has formally expressed intent to pursue the same certification, aiming for operational consistency across the brand's Sri Lankan portfolio. • This milestone supports tourism diversification, catering to culturally sensitive and high-expenditure demographics without altering existing premium service standards.