Soshum: Jurnal Sosial dan Humaniora
Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): March 2026

Halal Tourism and Conventional Tourism Contestation: An Analysis of the Dynamics of Muslim-Friendly Tourism in Lombok

Muharis Muharis (Universitas Bumigora)
Muhammad Taufik (Unknown)
Baiq Nadia Nirwana (Unknown)
Fidiatunisa (Universitas Bumigora)
Sirajudin (Universitas Bumigora)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Mar 2026

Abstract

This study examines the interaction between halal and conventional tourism in Lombok, which has emerged as a leading halal tourism destination in Indonesia. Using a mixed methods approach and sequential explanatory design, the study maps levels of compliance with and perceptions of Muslim-friendly tourism and analyses the dynamics of the interaction between the two paradigms. Findings indicate that although the majority of the tourism industry in Lombok has adopted halal tourism principles, their implementation remains variable, particularly in the micro and small business sector. Furthermore, tensions exist between global market needs and Sharia principles that may impact Lombok's image as a Muslim-friendly destination. This study proposes an integration model that emphasises flexibility in service delivery and market segmentation to achieve a balance between halal and conventional tourism, which is expected to strengthen Lombok's competitiveness as an inclusive global destination. These findings provide an important contribution to the development of more adaptive and relevant halal tourism in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.

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Journal Info

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SOSHUM

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

Focus and Scope Soshum: Jurnal Sosial dan Humaniora aims to develop itself as a pioneer journal for the social sciences with a focus on emerging issues pertaining to the social and behavioural sciences as well as humanities. Areas relevant to the scopes of the journal include Social Sciences, ...