Ecotourism Village Research Articles

Implementation of Human Resource Development in Ecotourism Development of Braja Harjosari Village

Braja Harjosari Village is a buffer village in the Way Kambas National Park area. In supporting the tourism potential in Braja Harjosari Village, in 2022, it established community-based ecotourism village regulations. This study aims to analyze the implementation of ecotourism village regulations in Braja Harjosari Village, Lampung, focusing on human resource development and public support in community-based ecotourism management. The findings show that the active participation of stakeholders, including village officials, tourism awareness groups (Pokdarwis), Way Kambas National Park, and local communities, plays a significant role in promoting sustainable tourism and preserving the local environment and culture. Formal communication and mutual agreements among stakeholders ensure effective information delivery. Training programs held by Pokdarwis and village officials have been shown to improve the technical skills and business acumen of the community, supporting sustainable ecotourism development. The synergy between Pokdarwis and village officials, supported by good regulations, has driven economic growth while preserving the environment. Community awareness of environmental preservation and openness to visitors create a positive cycle that supports the sustainability of ecotourism, improves community welfare, and preserves biodiversity and local culture in Braja Harjosari Village.

Training on Processing Pear Fruit Skin with the Application of Zero Waste to Become a Fruit Skin Chips Product as an Effort to Realize an Ecotourism Village

Training on Processing Pear Fruit Skin with the Application of Zero Waste to Become a Fruit Skin Chips Product as an Effort to Realize an Ecotourism Village

Integrating Local Wisdom into a Halal Tourism Model: The Case of Indonesia

Indonesia has the largest Muslim population globally with a significant potential for halal tourism, especially when integrated with local wisdom. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the development of halal ecosystem, the necessity of halal tourism village, and the creation of a sustainable model based on local wisdom. It also emphasized on increasing public awareness regarding the criteria for halal ecotourism, including infrastructure and facilities. This qualitative case study was conducted in Indragiri Village, Bandung Regency, West Java. The results showed that the establishment of Indragiri Halal Ecotourism Village had a significant impact. This included the development of local culture, improved public awareness, increase in community income, and the fulfillment of the six requirements for Muslim-friendly facilities recommended by the Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation (COMCEC). The requirements included halal food, worship places, water-filled restrooms, private recreational services, and absence of non-halal activities. However, there were challenges related to the development of halal ecotourism sector, such as limited collaboration with Islamic financial institutions and restricted accessibility to Indragiri Ecotourism Village.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Sosialisasi Pemanduan Wisata di Desa Ekowisata Pancoh

Rural areas as the locus of tourism development need to prepare themselves to welcome the arrival of tourists. In order to create an empowered village community, one of the initial strategies that can be implemented is through a community service programme through socialisation of community empowerment through tour guiding in Pancoh Ecotourism Village. The socialisation of tour guiding activities is delivered through lecture and discussion methods about tour guiding, what things the guide needs to prepare before meeting tourists, and ways to find out the type or characteristics of tourists. Through this community service programme, the capacity of local human resources is prepared as well as possible to receive tourist visits and be able to provide services and guides according to professional standards. This community service programme is held to create a learning space for the community to improve their knowledge and abilities in the field of tour guiding.

Advancing Keranggan Ecotourism Village with Human Resource Development and Business Development

The village is envisioned as a community-driven tourist destination, rooted in the cultural heritage and wisdom of its inhabitants, with the potential to serve as an engine for sustainable economic growth. Presently, the government is formulating a priority program aimed at instilling the principles of sustainable development within the tourism sector, with a specific emphasis on rural areas. These tourist villages are designed to serve as direct platforms for fostering community awareness about the tourism potential inherent in their surroundings, while also embodying the principles of Sapta Pesona within the local environment at tourist destinations. Moreover, they represent crucial partners for local governments, collaborating to realize and enhance tourism opportunities within their respective regions. Geographically, the Keranggan Ecotourism Village benefits from its proximity to the Cisadane river, located not far from the bustling city center of BSD. Blessed with natural beauty and conditions, alongside the livelihoods of numerous residents engaged in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), particularly in producing a variety of chips, the village has become a hub of economic activity. This has led to the emergence of a multitude of MSME actors within sectors such as recreation, food, and homestay accommodations. Collaborative management initiatives, in tandem with several universities, have the potential to drive regional economic growth, while simultaneously preserving the environment and fostering prosperity among the local populace. Spanning across 20 hectares of land, the village is thoughtfully divided into various zones, each catering to different aspects of tourism, including culinary experiences, recreational activities, educational tours, and sports recreation facilities.

Improving Human Resources and Supporting Local SMEs through the Digitalization of the Keranggan Ecotourism Village Business in South Tangerang

The community empowerment program at Keranggan Ecotourism Village identified several challenges, including low productivity, limited information access, and insufficient promotional facilities, resulting in a lack of awareness about the village's offerings. In response, a team comprising faculty and students from ESQ Business School conducted a tridharma activity focused on digital marketing, particularly for Keranggan Snack, a local home industry product aiming for expanded sales. This initiative aimed to leverage social media platforms to enhance product outreach and facilitate the promotion of Keranggan Ecotourism products to local SMEs, optimizing social media for broader audience reach. Additionally, the team facilitated the promotion of Keranggan Ecotourism products at various external events, aligning with Indonesia Emas 2045's vision. The primary objectives were to increase awareness and branding, assist local SMEs in boosting sales, and provide promotional platforms for Keranggan Ecotourism. This multifaceted approach aimed to address fundamental issues and propel Keranggan Ecotourism towards sustainable growth. Through education on digital marketing and active promotion, the program sought to overcome obstacles and elevate the visibility and economic viability of Keranggan Ecotourism Village beyond its immediate surroundings. By providing a platform for wider recognition and engagement, the initiative aimed to contribute to the village's economic development and environmental conservation efforts.

Role of KKN Students in the Development of Sustainable Tourism Villages

Desa Lenek Ramban Biak has transformed into an ecotourism village due to its various tourism potentials, including natural, cultural, and religious attractions. However, both the government and local communities lack awareness of the importance of managing village tourism. Through the Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata) conducted by PMD UNRAM, efforts have been made to enhance cleanliness and attract more visitors. Activities include creating photo spots, producing promotional videos, and establishing waste disposal facilities through collective clean-up efforts. The implementation methods involve crafting waste bins from recycled bamboo, conducting clean-up drives at tourist spots, producing promotional videos, and creating photo spots using wood and bamboo. The addition of photo spots aims to make the tourist destination more appealing. The use of bamboo waste bins is intended to raise awareness among the community about waste management and promote a cleaner and healthier environment. Additionally, leveraging technological advancements for promotional video production facilitates wider outreach through social media platforms, thereby increasing awareness among the public. Social media serves as a convenient channel for disseminating information about the tourist destination.

Strategi Pengembangan Ekowisata Mangrove Petengoran dengan Pendekatan Analisis ASOCA

The Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism is a potential ecotourism site for development. However, based on the tourist visitation data in Gebang Village, Pesawaran Regency, the Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism still resulting in few visitors and remains at the level of an incipient tourism village according to the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy. The development of the Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism is expected to uphold the local community's economy. The purpose of this study is to determine the effective strategy for the development of the Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism village in Pesawaran Regency based on the ASOCA analysis perspective. Researchers identify the internal and external factors of the Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism. Following the acquisition of these factors, the result is integrated into the ASOCA matrix and subsequently assessed via the Litmus test to derive scores. These scores are then utilized to ascertain the strategic issues pertinent to the evolution of the tourist site. Based on the ASOCA analysis, eight highly strategic issues are identified as top priorities and primary concerns for decision-making or policy formulation based on their significant impact on future generations. Subsequently, there are five strategic issues that can be implemented, given the significant impact on the incoming community. Therefore, these prior issue can be utilized for the development of the Mangrove Petengoran ecotourism.

Isometric Digital Tourism Map as Sustainable Development of Bendosari Ecotourism Village

Bendosari Ecotourism Village development can be carried out by preparing various necessary needs, such as creating visual communication design media for them, such as digital maps. Tourists need complete information about tourist attractions before visiting the location to prepare various equipment, especially new ones. There needs to be promotional support media that collaborates with technology so that conveying information to tourists is easier and more efficient. This research designs a digital tourist map for Bendosari Ecotourism Village to introduce local Indonesian tourism using design thinking methods and creating digital tourist maps. This design results in a digital tourist map using a flat vector drawing style and coloured isometric illustrations easily accessible with barcodes. The digital tourist map of Bendosari Ecotourism Village displays the existing and most potential tourist locations to be introduced to the Indonesian people. People can easily walk around the Bendosari Ecotourism Village to enjoy every tourist spot. These findings help promote the Bendosari Ecotourism Village to the Indonesian people.

The Influence Of Destination Image and Electronic Word Of Mouth (E-WOM) On Tourist’s Intention To Visit Keranggan Ecotourism Village

Tourism refers to a series of travel activities undertaken by individuals or groups from their place of residence to various destinations solely for leisure purposes, excluding work-related or income-generating motives. The tourism industry holds significant importance as it contributes to foreign exchange earnings, facilitates transactions amounting to trillions of rupiah, generates employment opportunities, and fosters product development. This study adopts a quantitative approach, employing a questionnaire administered through Google Forms for data collection. Data analysis is conducted using SPSS version 25. The population size is undetermined, with non-probability sampling employed as the sampling technique. The sample comprises 96 individuals who exhibit an interest in or intend to visit Keranggan ecotourism village, having accessed information about it via social media. The research findings reveal an R-Square value of 0.708, indicating that 70.8% of the variance in visiting interest can be explained by destination image and electronic word of mouth variables. Specifically, the study highlights the significant and positive influence of destination image on visiting interest, as well as the positive impact of electronic word of mouth (e-WOM) on the same

Penerapan Teori A.C.T.O.R.S pada Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Desa Wisata “Ekowisata Burai” Kecamatan Tanjung Batu Kabupaten Ogan Ilir

"Burai Ecotourism Village" in South Sumatra Province, Indonesia, underwent a positive transformation through the Burai Village Tourism Program (Bu Dewi) initiated by PT Pertamina EP Asset 2 Prabumulih Field. This program successfully involves the community in village development by giving authority, increasing self-confidence, building trust, providing opportunities, handing over responsibility to the community, and providing support from various parties. This research aims to analyze community empowerment efforts in the program, using the A.C.T.O.R.S Theory by Macaulay & Cook (1997). Through descriptive qualitative research methods, this study focuses on the Tourism Village "Burai Ecotourism," Tanjung Batu District, Ogan Ilir Regency. The results of the analysis showed that Bu Dewi's program successfully involved the community in the development of the village by giving authority, increasing self-confidence and competence, building trust, providing opportunities, handing over responsibility to the community, and providing support from various parties.

Analysis of Mangrove Density using NDVI and Macrobenthos Diversity in Ampekale Tourism Village South Sulawesi, Indonesia

The mangrove ecosystem faces significant challenges, as its quality and quantity are threatened with decline. This study aimed to analyze the mangrove density and macrobenthos diversity in the Ampekale Ecotourism Village, Indonesia. This research utilizes remote sensing image analysis through the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) method. Complementary ground-check surveys were conducted to ascertain the density and diversity of mangrove and macrobenthos species. The overall mangrove density in the Ampekale area was relatively high, with some areas displaying moderate density. The sequence of mangrove species, from most common to least common, includes Rhizophora mucronata, Avicennia marina, Avicennia alba, Rhizophora apiculata, Sonneratia alba, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, and Acanthus ilicifolius. The most prevalent macrobenthos belong to the Crustacea class, such as Uca sp., Sesarma, Metaplax sp., and Scylla serrata. Moreover, the most diverse macrobenthos belong to the Gastropods class. The distribution of this biodiversity depends on their location (coastal or inland), tidal fluctuations, and river estuaries. Mangrove ecosystems situated in estuaries with high densities exhibited elevated macrobenthos abundance. This correlation suggests that areas characterized by dense mangroves also harbor stable ecosystem conditions with abundant macrobenthos. In contrast, ecosystems featuring lower biodiversity demonstrated reduced stability. These findings contribute valuable insights into the conservation and sustainability of mangrove ecosystems. Keywords: ecotourism, macrobenthos, mangrove density, mangrove ecosystem, NDVI

Peran Komunitas Seni dan Budaya dalam Pengembangan Desa Mandiri Budaya di Desa Ekowisata Pancoh

Community-based tourism management precariously depends on a robust community, especially in tourist villages. Establishing an organizational framework characterized by effective coordination and well-defined member relationships strengthens the community and defines each individual's role and responsibility. To enhance the efficiency of the established structure, this study aims to investigate the function of the arts and cultural community within Pancoh Ecotourism Village and ascertain its capacity for further development as a Cultural Village. This study utilises a community development framework (Community Development Foundation, 2011) comprising six principles—common goals, cooperation, strengths and independence, equity and inclusiveness, participation, and community empowerment. Community representatives, village officials, tourism actors, and workers of Pancoh Ecotourism Village participated in a series of focus group discussions (FGD). Consequently, the inhabitants of Pancoh Ecotourism Village successfully established an organisational framework that catered to their requirements and unambiguously delineated every individual's specific duties and obligations. In addition, actors, tourism managers, and arts and culture community members can solicit diverse opportunities and curate cultural tour packages that feature renowned artistic and cultural attractions and products.

Penerapan Teknologi irigasi Tetes Pada Agrowista Anggur

Keranggan Village has a large area of land for agrotourism development, with the main attraction as an Ecotourism Village. Pokdarwis members, as partners in community service, have joined the South Tangerang Grape Community. They highlight grapes as the village's leading commodity to support its Ecotourism Village title. However, several aspects of the problems faced by Pokdarwis are aspects of agrotourism plant cultivation techniques and aspects of human resource management in applying agrotourism plant cultivation technology. The service aims to introduce grape cultivation technology and increase knowledge of grape cultivation techniques using drip irrigation techniques. Several solutions are offered to partners: (1) pioneering grape cultivation by the community, which can be used as a fruit-picking attraction; (2) applying digital drip irrigation techniques as irrigation support to support grape plant productivity; and (3) providing training and assistance to the community so that they have the skills to implement grape cultivation and apply drip irrigation technology. The results and implications of this program are that the people of Keranggan village can apply suitable technology that makes it easier to grow grapes and makes Keranggan village a pioneer of grape agrotourism in South Tangerang.

Development of Batu Kumbung Tourism Village Based on Creative Economy

Batu Kumbung comprises one of the many Tourism Villages located within the Lingsar District of West Lombok Regency. Among the various tourist attractions on offer, visitors can enjoy horticultural tourism, fisheries, cultural experiences, creative arts, handicrafts, ecotourism, and agricultural experiences. These include Tirta Tourism Village, Cultural Tourism Village, Mina Tourism Village, Arts Tourism Village, Agricultural Tourism Village, Ecotourism Village, Craft Tourism Village, and Agro Tourism Village. The objective of this project is to promote a variety of tourism options in each of the village's hamlets, focusing on their unique characteristics. To support the development of a creative economy-based tourism village, a comprehensive study is required. This study employed qualitative methods by collecting data through field observations, interviews, and literature studies. The findings illustrated that the Batu Kumbung tourism village development model features various tourist attractions, including swimming pool tours and processed catfish delicacies such as shredded catfish, catfish skin crackers, and catfish nuggets. These attractions are capable of drawing tourists from distant regions and visitors from NTB. The creative economy of Batu Kumbung tourism village could encompass approximately 90 UMKM players hailing from the village itself, with 60 of these participants actively engaged in the development of Batu Kumbung tourism village.

Pancoh Bercerita: Storynomics dalam Pengemasan Promosi Paket Wisata Seni dan Budaya

The COVID-19 epidemic has impeded tourism activities worldwide. Pancoh Ecotourism Village is an instance of a tourist destination that was compelled to cease its operations amid the pandemic. Nevertheless, that does not imply that nothing can be accomplished. Amidst the pandemic, it is imperative to create tourism offerings that are more inventive in order to adapt to the new normal period. The Pancoh Ecotourism Village offers an innovative tourism package that combines art and culture based on the concept of storynomics. This study employs the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method to engage village communities as active participants, rather than just sources of information. The aim is to involve them in the process of gathering, organizing, and presenting narratives about the local arts and culture that define the Ecotourism Villages of Pancoh. This study discovered that the PAR technique is beneficial for students who are examining the extent of community involvement in developing a work plan, namely in this case, the creation of tour packages based on storynomics. However, PAR encounters challenges such as extended research duration, varying levels of informant motivation, and the researcher's requirement for considerable adaptability in terms of time and ability to engage with informants.

Pemanfaatan Potensi Wisata Berbasis Sumber Daya Alam Dan Budaya (Studi Kasus Desa Ekowisata Pancoh Yogyakarta)

Pancoh Ecotourism Village is located in the Yogyakarta Merapi Volcano area. The location of the village whichis quite high and cool makes many people develop natural and cultural products to attract tourists. The researchobjective is to examine the utilization of natural and cultural resources as a tourist attraction. Tourism activitiespresented to tourists and management of destinations with the concept of Ecotourism. The research method usedis descriptive qualitative research with an exploratory approach. Methods of data collection by observation,interviews, and documentation. Investigation of informants using purposive sampling with a total of 10informants. The data analysis method used is an interactive model consisting of data collection, data reduction,data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study are natural resources in the form ofprocessing the potential of the natural environment and not making many changes to the actual conditions. Thetourist attractions are river crossings, rice field plows, fish ponds, embung, salak gardens, and biogas. Local artsand culture are used as tourism activities such as the Wiwitan Tradition and playing gamelan. Tourists can learnabout preserving traditional ceremonies and traditional musical instruments. Local people are involved in alltourism activities. So that people can benefit economically, on the other hand, nature, and culture can still beproperly preserved. Pancoh Ecotourism Village Management can be an example of a destination that maximizesthe natural and cultural potential of the village.

Enhancing Community Skills in Processing Yellow Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) as a Food Product for Tourists in the Ciwaluh Ecotourism Village

Bogor Regency has vast and diverse ecotourism potential. One ecotourism in the Bogor Regency area is Ciwaluh Village, Wates Jaya Village, Cigombong District, Bogor Regency. This village produces yellow pumpkins that need to be optimally processed to attract tourists. In improving the skills of ecotourism cadres, training is carried out to enhance skills in processing yellow pumpkins (Cucurbita moschata) into snacks. The methods used in this training were surveys, identification of snack characteristics, demonstrations, and snack processing practices. The training provided is to improve skills in processing yellow pumpkin into various snacks. Based on the results of the pretest and posttest before and after the training for ecotourism cadres in Ciwaluh Village, it was found that skills in processing types of snacks increased by 66.67%. The skill improvement in processing various yellow pumpkin snacks for cadres can still be improved, considering that the variety of yellow pumpkin snacks is still growing in line with the research of yellow pumpkin’s product still being carried out

Empowerment of Ecotourism Village: Integration of Community Empowerment and Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Method

Empowering the community is an endeavor to prepare society for achieving progress, independence, and well-being within a sustainable social justice environment. Effective community empowerment must be tailored to the specific conditions of the target. Correspondingly, the objective of this program was to construct and empower an educational ecotourism village by implementing a hybrid method combining Sisdamas (Community Empowerment System) and Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD). This hybrid approach was expected to facilitate the identification of existing community assets and enhance synergy among stakeholders in creating an educational ecotourism village. Moreover, integrating these two methods could result in an effective, efficient, and sustainable coaching process. Cigugurgirang village possesses several assets that can be developed into an agricultural educational tourism area, including orange gardens, grape vineyards, and ornamental plant areas. They serve as the initial foundation for asset identification. The evaluation of the coaching process incorporated the Social Return on Investment (SROI) framework analysis, yielding a value of 10.16:1. Thus, every investment of 1 million rupiahs would generate a social value of 10.16 million rupiahs. In summary, the present community empowerment program had a multi-faceted impact, encompassing economic, educational, and social benefits. Its primary focus was establishing a sustainable and socially just environment, utilizing a combination of methods to maximize effectiveness. Furthermore, SROI analysis underscored the significant social value generated by the program's investments.

Waste Composting as an Effort to Realize Kelusa, Payangan, Gianyar-Bali Village as an Ecotourism Village

Community service carried out in Kelusa Village, Payangan, Gianyar, Bali aims to help the community in improving knowledge and skills in waste management. Village waste management is important to realize Kelusa Village as an ecotourism village. The methods used are observation, interviews, counseling, and plot demonstrations. Based on the results of interviews with 18 participants in composting training and demonstration plots, it was found that the villagers were not used to sorting garbage because they were lazy and did not have time. The residents of Kelusa Village have also never done composting because they don't know how to compost. After the training, the villagers wanted to make compost, because they already knew the method of composting.