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Islamic Hotels Will Soon Be a 'Riyal' Thing

A Reuters news item on Abdulla Mohamed Almulla, chairman of Dubai-based Almulla Hospitality, reports he has a hefty $2 billion plan to develop an Islamic-compliant hotel chain that appeals to lifestyle travelers -- both Muslim and non-Muslim.

Like friendly Disney and Universal Studio destinations that successfully continue to attract the Midwest family crowds, Almulla Hospitality's hotels will be built featuring Islamic code to attract Muslim (and non-Muslim) business and leisure guests. That includes no alcohol and Halal-food only.

Think Branson, but different. Separate floors for men and women who travel alone, prayer areas in the lobby and no-pork menus.

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