Nature Tourism Research Articles

Emerging areas of geology research in Southeast Asia

The lead paper by Khoong et al. (2024) is a seminal effort to analyze advances in geology and delineate emerging areas in Southeast Asia between 2018 and 2022, using a digital approach. It appears that Indonesia and Malaysia are the most significant contributors of geology knowledge as indexed by the Scopus database during this period, and emerging geology research areas relate to the natural gas, environment, and tourism sectors as well as machine learning and sustainable development. The second paper by Sonie et al. (2024) applies mineralogical and geochemical techniques to make a significant contribution to archaeological records on traditional Malay pottery-making. Historical heritage plays a huge role in developing tourism, and the added insight to these artifacts is important for the sector; an example of an emerging area of geology research. The next two papers by Salimun & Mohamad (2024) and Salman et al. (2024) can be clustered under the conventional topic of engineering geology. This is followed by another two papers by Ishak et al. (2014) and Fong et al. (2024) that relate to depositional environments. Kessler et al. (2024) introduce the subject of hydrocarbon biodegradation in the Malay Basin. The final paper from Mina & Abdula (2024) showcases techniques used in Iraq to characterize source rocks and establish their linkages.

Terrestrial Ferns (Pteridophyta) in the Bancea nature tourism park area

Bancea Nature Tourism Park (NTP) is a protected area with an abundance of various types of plants. Endemic plants, primarily terrestrial ferns, have not been identified in this area. Therefore, qualitative descriptive research was conducted using exploratory and free-collection sampling techniques. The study was conducted in the NTP Bancea area in October-December 2023. There were 40 types of terrestrial ferns found, which were divided into three classes and 18 tribes consisting of 1 type of Gleicheniaceae, two types of Aspleniaceae, two types of Blechnaceae, three types of Nephrolepidaceae, six types of Pteridaceae. two types of Cyatheaceae, 1 type of Hymenophyllaceae, 1 type of Thelypteridaceae, five types of Dryopteridaceae, 1 type of Davaliacea, eight types of Polypodiaceae, two types of Schizaeaceae, 1 type of Equisetaceae, 1 type of Dipteridaceae, 1 type of Lygodiaceae, 1 type of Selaginellaceae, 1 type of Athyriaceae and Lycopodiaceae 1 type.

DEVELOPMENT OF MICRO SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN TOURIST DESTINATIONS AROUND THE NUSANTARA CAPITAL

The East Kalimantan region is a region with rapid development following the designation of the National Capital in one of its regions, namely North Penajam Paser Regency. Therefore, East Kalimantan Province needs to increase MSMEs in tourist destinations as a form of the government's role in optimizing the tourism sector in East Kalimantan. Assuming that the development of the area around IKN will occur rapidly due to the presence of IKN in East Kalimantan, it requires more effective policies to promote the tourism sector. The aim of this research is to collect data on the existing conditions of tourism (tourist destinations) around the IKN area as a forum for developing MSMEs, accommodating the problems of the tourism sector, MSMEs and problems that intersect between these sectors as well as identifying the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges of MSMEs in tourist destinations around the IKN area, to then provide policy recommendations. This research uses secondary data and primary data. The secondary data used is MSME data which is grouped based on the KBLI classification in the form of business scale; venture capital; business risk; and number of workers. Data collection of information on the existing conditions of MSMEs in tourist destinations around IKN is carried out at the Tourism Office in each Regency/City in East Kalimantan. Analysis of qualitative data was carried out using the SWOT technique. The initial step of SWOT analysis is carried out by determining the internal and external factor matrix. The IFE (Internal Factor Evaluation) and EFE (External Factor Evaluation) matrices consist of columns, weights, ratings and total values which are the result of multiplying the weights and ratings. Ranking of levels of importance is done with the help of the QDA application. The research results show that the condition of MSMEs in tourist destinations around IKN still needs to be improved. This condition is because MSMEs still do not have NIBs, product patents and trademarks, and there are limited human resources for developing digital marketing and financial management. The resulting recommendations are (1) Promotion and innovation of tourist destinations by highlighting superior natural and cultural tourism, (2) Controlling MSMEs related to business licensing, business clustering, and assistance in preparing business financial reports, (3) The government coordinates the use of funds. CSR and other assistance for the development of tourism facilities and MSMEs, as well as (4) Coordination of promotion of local products at tourist destinations as well as training assistance to increase product innovation.

DAYA TARIK OBJEK WISATA AIR PUTRI WAIYOHO DI DESA KAWA KABUPATEN SERAM BAGIAN BARAT

The purpose of this study is to examine the appeal of the Air Putri Waiyoho tourist attraction and visitors' perceptions of Air Putri Waiyoho in Kawa Village, West Seram Regency. This research uses a survey method to assess the viability of the tourist attraction's potential, based on criteria from the Guidelines for Operational Area Analysis of Nature Tourism Attractions (ADO-ODTWA) by the Directorate General of Forest Protection and Nature Conservation (PHKA) in 2003, and qualitative descriptive analysis to understand visitor perceptions, with a sample of 77 visitor respondents interviewed.The main attraction at Air Putri Waiyoho is the fresh water spring in a bathing pool with clear, bright water surrounded by lush trees, enhancing the appeal for tourism activities. Based on the Tourism Feasibility Index analysis, the attraction criteria score 80.95%, accessibility criteria score 72.2%, and visitor facilities and infrastructure criteria score 66.6%. Thus, the feasibility analysis places Air Putri Waiyoho as a high-category tourist attraction. Visitor perceptions indicate a 100% attraction appeal, available facilities at 90.91%, and accessibility with 48% noting ease of transportation and reachability.

Minat Berkunjung Wisatawan ke Objek Wisata Ramah Muslim (Studi pada Objek Wisata Geopark Bayah Dome)

This study aims to identify factors that influence tourist interest in visiting Muslim-friendly tourist attractions, which include Electronic Word of Mouth (e-WoM), Religiosity, Destination Attraction, and Interest in Traveling. The population in this study were domestic tourists who knew the Bayah Dome Geopark tourist attraction. Bayah Dome Geopark is a natural tourist area in Lebak Regency, Banten, with a Muslim-friendly concept. This destination offers natural beauty through beaches, sites, and mountain views and integrates Islamic values ​​into its management. Sampling was carried out using a non-probability sampling technique, namely purposive sampling. The data analysis method used is the robust and widely accepted Structural Equation Modeling.

Exploring the Ecotourism Potential of Tapalinna and Bujung Manurung Villages

The village ecotourism planning in Tapalinna and Bujung Manurung Villages, Mambi Sub-district, Mamasa District, West Sulawesi Province was conducted to identify natural and cultural resources, as well as assess community readiness for managing these resources. The methods used included observation, the distribution of questionnaires to 30 respondents from the community, visitors, and managers, as well as the design of tourism programs and promotional media. The findings reveal that Tapalinna and Bujung Manurung Villages possess various cultural tourism potentials, including the Mambi language, religious systems, kinship systems, and local arts. Additionally, the villages have diverse natural tourism resources, such as flora and fauna. The community and managers showed positive perceptions and readiness toward the ecotourism planning, with a high level of preparedness. The designed tourism programs include daily, overnight, and annual tours, supported by promotional media in the form of posters themed "One Taste of Harmonization." This initiative is expected to encourage community participation and enhance the sustainable attractiveness of the region.

Natural Feed Options for Sumatran Elephants at the Seblat Elephant Training Center North Bengkulu Regency, Indonesia

The health and welfare of Sumatran elephants at the Seblat Elephant Training Center (SETC), North Bengkulu Regency, depend on many environmental factors in their habitat, one of which is the availability of a variety of plant species (diet) in the Seblat Nature Tourism Park (SNTP) forest area. Research on this matter was conducted in May-June 2022 within the SNTP forest area, where the Seblat SETC facility is located. This study aimed to evaluate the dietary preferences of Sumatran elephants at SETC towards natural plant species in the SNTP forest. The "Focal Animal Sampling" method was used to measure the duration of feeding activity of each elephant on specific plant species while they were foraging in the forest. The elephants' preferences for plant species were analyzed quantitatively, while the types of plants consumed by the elephants were described qualitatively. The research found that 15 families with 33 species were identified as the natural food plants for the SETC elephants in Bengkulu. The Poaceae family was most preferred by the elephants with the highest preference value (35.07%), followed by Fabaceae (31.73%), Malvaceae (9.87%), and Cyperaceae (7.83%), while the least preferred were Costaceae, and Myrtaceae (0.33% respectively), Convolvulaceae (0.41%), and Selaginellaceae (0.73%). Based on sex, adult male elephants preferred Fabaceae plants such as Mimosa pudica (35.99%), Desmodium triflorum (11.66%), Mimosa invisa (7.36%), Cynodon dactylon (6.54%) over other families. Conversely, adult female elephants preferred Poaceae such as Leersia virginica Willd., Cyrtococcum patens (L.) A., Centhotheca lappacea Desvaux., Digitaria sanguinalis (L.) Scop., and Imperata cylindrica L. patients. These predictors, however, need further work to validate reliability.

Analysis of Land Value Changes and Its Correlation with the Existence of Tourism and Accessibility in 2017-2024

Abstract: Getasan District, located in Semarang Regency, is renowned for its natural beauty, particularly with the presence of Mount Merbabu and a rapidly growing number of nature-based tourist attractions. Kopeng Tourism, a legacy from the Dutch colonial era, serves as the main attraction with its scenic views at the foot of Mount Merbabu. Additionally, the emergence of new tourist spots such as Hutan Pinus Kayon, Gedong Pass, Umbul Songo Natural Tourism, Agrotourism Kopeng "Gunung Sari," Merbabu Park, and Boemisora reflects the rapid development of tourism in this region. This rapid growth in tourism has had a direct impact on the local economy and the potential for changes in land value. This study aims to analyze the influence of tourist attractions and accessibility on land value changes in Getasan District from 2017 to 2024, amidst the significant growth of tourism. The research employed a descriptive and quantitative approach to analyze the data comprehensively. Quantitative analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression to evaluate the influence of proximity to tourist attractions and road accessibility on land value. The land value zone maps for 2017 and 2021 were obtained from the Semarang Regency Land Office, while the 2024 land value zone was created through the update of the 2021 zone. This update resulted in 130 zones with 688 sample points collected through field surveys based on fair market prices. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted to evaluate the influence of straight-line distance from the zone centroid to tourist attractions and collector roads. The results showed that the p-value in the simultaneous test was 0.03647 (? 0.05), indicating that tourist attractions and accessibility have a simultaneous and significant influence on land value zone changes, with an impact size of 7.87%. These findings highlight the urgency of considering the rapidly developing tourism sector and accessibility in regional management and development, given their effect on land values in Getasan. Keywords: Getasan District, Kopeng Tourism, Land Value Zone

Value co-creation in live streaming through tourism scenes: a contextual marketing perspective

PurposeThis study aims to identify a value co-creation framework for live streaming through tourism scenes (LStTS). It also clarifies the value attributes of LStTS and makes an empirical test.Design/methodology/approachThe study used a mixed-method approach. In Study 1, a total of 12,216 pieces of viewers’ comments and ten web news reports were coded and analyzed employing a grounded theory approach. In Study 2, data were collected from 587 Douyin e-commerce users. Exploratory factor analysis and partial least squares structural equation modeling were used to test the value co-creation framework of LStTS.FindingsIn Study 1, six value attributes in three categories were identified based on a content analysis of viewers’ comments. In Study 2, a three-order factorial model of value co-creation in LStTS was identified and tested.Research limitations/implicationsOur study is limited by the preponderance of female respondents in the sample and the unique nature of the research context.Practical implicationsMerchants and streamers should consider whether there is a fit between the merchandise and the tourism scene when selecting the tourism scene for live streaming marketing; they can select novel and beautiful natural tourism scenes to attract viewers. Detailed and comprehensive product information should be provided in the process of live streaming marketing and sharing with consumers.Originality/valueThe novelty of our study lies in the provision of a new value co-creation framework in LStTS, which offers a theoretical basis for analyzing the value of the tourism scene in live streaming marketing.

Carrying Capacity Analysis of Batu Belimbing Nature Tourism in East Singkawang District Singkawang City West Kalimantan

Batu Belimbing Natural Tourism (BBNT) is located in Nyarumkop Village, East Singkawang District, Singkawang City, and is one of the natural tourist attractions that has the potential to be developed. The number of visitors continues to increase, but the carrying capacity of the tourist area is still unknown. The carrying capacity value of BBNT needs to be analyzed to determine its ability to remain sustainable and accommodate visitors optimally so that visitor satisfaction can be achieved without environmental damage. The purpose of this research is to analyze the carrying capacity of BBNT as a natural tourist attraction based on three factors: physical (PCC), real (RCC), and effective (ECC) carrying capacity. This research used observation and interview methods. Qualitative descriptive analysis was used in this research. The calculation results show that the PCC value is 5,211 people/day, the RCC value is 1,637 people/day, and the ECC value is 1,637 people/day. The carrying capacity value of BBNT has the equation PCC > RCC = ECC; this means that the carrying capacity of BBNT is large and can still accommodate its visitors with all activities if its RCC and ECC values are lower than its PCC value (5,211 people/day).

IDENTIFIKASI DAN KARAKTERISTIK MORFOLOGI POLEN PAKAN KUPU-KUPU (IMAGO) DI JALUR WISATA GOA SAMPE MARTA KABUPATEN KUTAI KARTANEGARA KALIMANTAN TIMUR

ampe Marta Cave Tourism is located in Kutai National Park, Kutai Kartanegara Regency, East Kalimantan, and is one of the natural tourism areas with high biodiversity. The tourist route in this area offers natural beauty and a habitat that supports the lives of various butterfly species. This study aims to identify plants that are food sources (nectar) and non-nectar, types of butterflies, and the characteristics of pollen from each food plant. This study uses the transect method, namely taking samples of flowers and butterflies along the route, and the acetolysis method to see the morphological characteristics of pollen. The results of the study showed that there were 19 species from 11 families of nectar-eating plants identified as being utilized by butterflies (imago) as a source of nectar, where Ageratum conyzoides (Asteraceae), Asystasia gangetica (Family Acanthaceae), Leea indica (Family Vitaceae) were the dominant species that were often visited. In contrast, non-nectar feed such as minerals, rotten fruit, and animal feces, where out of 14 butterfly species identified, 11 dominant species sucked minerals on the banks of rivers or mud puddles, two species visited rotten fruit, and one species was seen in animal feces. Nectar feed has the characteristics of large and round-elongated pollen, which is more efficient for sticking to the insect's body. In contrast, the round-elongated oblate shape in Oxalis barrelieri shows strategic differences in the transfer of varying pollen norms, such as echinate and scabrate. The results of this study can be a reference for butterfly researchers to provide an overview of the diversity of nectar-producing plant feed along with its morphological characteristics and non-nectar feed utilized by butterflies on the Sampe Marta Cave tourist route

Tanggung Jawab Pemerintah Daerah Terhadap Perkembangan Wisata Alam Fulan Fehan di Kabupaten Belu

This study aims to find out and analyze the regional responsibility for the development of fulan fehan natural tourism in Belu Regency. This study is a normative judicial research using a case approach and a conceptual approach that uses primary data in the form of interviews from 30 research respondents and secondary data in the form of primary, secondary and tertiary legal materials. The results of the study show that (1) The influence of infrastructure on the development of fulan fehan natural tourism is very important. Infrastructure that must always be considered so that visitors feel happy and always interested in visiting these tourist attractions such as roads and rest areas. (2) The Belu Regency government's efforts to develop Fulan Fehan natural tourism in Belu Regency are divided into several efforts, namely preventive efforts, repressive efforts, tourism promotion efforts and tourism improvement efforts.

Wetland Tourism Marketing: The Influence of Experience Dimensions and Memorable Tourism Experience on Tourist Loyalty of the Bakut Island Nature Tourism Park, Indonesia

In the tourism sector, wetlands provide a wealth of biodiversity and diverse landscapes including natural resource conservation tourism (flora fauna). In this context, marketing is needed to provide sustainable competitiveness for natural tourism parks. This study aimed to test four dimensions of tourist experience (educational, aesthetic, entertainment, escapism) on memorable tourism experiences (MTE), and to test the influence of MTE on tourist loyalty (TL). This study used a quantitative method and SmartPLS 4.1 for statistical analysis. Respondents were tourists who had visited the Bakut Island Nature Tourism Park, Indonesia. The results of the study showed that educational experience (EduEx), aesthetic experience (AesEx), entertainment experience (EntEx), and escapism experience (EscEx) had a significant positive effect on MTE, and MTE had a significant positive effect on TL. The urgency and implications of this study were to design the four dimensions of experience that influence TL that provide positive stimulus to tourist behavior for biodiversity conservation both during and after the visit in achieving sustainable development goals. The originality of this study was to test the antecedents of TL from the customer experience perspective, as well as to provide a clear substantive distinction between the dimensions of tourist experience and memorable tourism experiences.

Model Pengembangan Agrowisata Yutaka Farm Desa Pasucen Trangkil Pati

This study aims to analyze the development model of Yutaka Farm Agrotourism in Pasucen Village, Trangkil District, Pati Regency. This agrotourism site has successfully integrated environmental conservation, education, and local community empowerment through a sustainable tourism approach. Initially established as a plant nursery in 2017, Yutaka Farm has evolved into an agricultural-based tourist destination with a Japanese-themed concept, encompassing nature tourism, culinary experiences, and environmental education. Using a qualitative descriptive research method, this study found that Yutaka Farm's development through the stages of mapping, social planning, and social action has improved the local economy, community participation, and human resources quality. The implications of this model include enhancing the local community's quality of life, as well as preserving local culture and the environment. The success of Yutaka Farm demonstrates that a local wisdom-based agrotourism model can significantly impact economic and social development in rural areas.

Exploring the Transformative Effect of Community Managed Nature Tourism on Community Empowerment in Odisha: Perspective from Local Residents

Exploring the Transformative Effect of Community Managed Nature Tourism on Community Empowerment in Odisha: Perspective from Local Residents

Identifying Opportunities for Developing Nature-Based Sport Tourism to Improve Health in Papua: A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Over Ten Years

Objectives. This study aimed to examine research trends around nature-based tourism, event-based sports tourism, and their relationship with government policies to identify potential opportunities for sustainable sports tourism development in Papua. Materials and methods. The methodological approach comprised using a bibliometric analysis by reviewing 997 scientific articles sourced from Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science databases from 2014-2024. Harzing’s publish or Perish software was used to sort the articles, and VOSViewer software was used to analyze the articles. The review included the number of cluster groups, research themes related to sports tourism in the year groups, research trends around nature-based sports tourism, and gaps in sports tourism development. Results. There were eight cluster groups and five groups. The current research trends in the field of sports tourism comprise event-based sports tourism, nature tourism, the tourism industry, and social media. The research trends related to nature-based sports tourism include six keywords, namely nature-based tourism, nature connectedness, nature sport, nature-based events, nature-based recreation, and nature. Visitors, managers, communities, and governments benefit from the health and economic advantages of nature-based sports tourism. In developing nature-based sports tourism, it is essential to consider the sustainability of nature, cultural characteristics, and the form of activities offered. Local governments need to take part in efforts to develop and preserve nature-based sports tourism. Conclusions. The development of nature-based sports tourism with traditional sports activities has a great opportunity to be enhanced. This innovation certainly needs careful planning from determining goals, human resources, risk factors, and presenting an effective promotional strategies. The involvement of local government can facilitate the implementation of this planning.

Mapping the Distance: An Analysis of Visitor Travel Distance to German National Parks and Biosphere Reserves

The ecologically valuable and unique natural and cultural landscapes of protected areas are popular nature tourism destinations. From a spatial perspective, travellers visit protected areas by moving from their place of origin to the destination for a temporary stay. This paper analyses the travel distances of day visitors and overnight guests to German national parks and biosphere reserves. National parks position themselves as both regional and national destinations. In contrast, biosphere reserve tourism is more regionally concentrated due to the proximity of biosphere reserves to urban centres, which are the primary places of origin for visitors. On average, visitors travel 278.6 km by car to visit a national park, taking 172.1 minutes (02:52 hours). Opting for public transport increases the average travel distance to 312.5 km, with a travel time of 284.5 minutes (04:43 hours). Visitors to German biosphere reserves travel 208.7 km by car, requiring 134.7 minutes (02:15 hours). When using public transport to visit biosphere reserves, the average distance increases to 234.0 km, with a travel time of 239.1 minutes (03:59 hours). The automated, GIS-supported distance analyses offer an innovative approach for assessing nature tourism catchment areas and the accessibility of protected areas, serving as a basis for effective spatial planning, development, and regional marketing.

Identifikasi Jenis Anggang-anggang (Gerris marginatus) di Aliran Sungai Taman Wisata Alam Kerandangan Kabupaten Lombok Barat

Flywheels are a type of insect belonging to the Family Gerridae. Flywheels are insects that are usually found in still waters, such as ponds, rivers and lakes. The aim of this research is to identify the types of flywheels that exist in the river flow of Kerandangan Nature Tourism Park, West Lombok Regency. The type of research used is exploratory descriptive research. Identification of flywheels specimens is based on the identification book from Pennak (1978). The results of the research showed that one type of flywheels was found, namely Gerris sp. in the river flow of the Kerandangan Nature Tourism Park with a total of 529 individuals.

Keanekaragaman Jenis Anggang-anggang (Gerris marginatus) di Aliran Sungai Taman Wisata Alam Kerandangan Kabupaten Lombok Barat

Flywheels are a type of insect belonging to the Family Gerridae. Flywheels are insects that are usually found in calm waters such as ponds, rivers and lakes. The aim of this research was to determine the index of diversity of flywheels species in the river flow of Kerandangan Nature Tourism Park, West Lombok Regency. The type of research used is exploratory descriptive research. The data analysis technique in this research uses the Shannon-Wiener diversity index. The results of the research show that the species diversity index value of flywheels (Gerris marginatus) in the Kerandangan Nature Tourism Park is in the low category, with a total of 0.0693 in post 1, post 2 totaling 0.3518, and post 3 totaling 0.3463.

Tourism Development in Soppeng Regency: Analysis of the Role of the Tourism Office in the Development of Ompo Natural Tourism

This study aims to find out the role of the Tourism Office in Developing Ompo Nature Tourism in Soppeng Regency. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out using observation techniques, interviews, and documentation. The data obtained from the results of this study were processed using interactive model analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that the role of the Paratourism Office in Developing Ompo Nature Tourism in Soppeng Regency has not been maximized. This is based on the existence of 3 role indicators, namely Motivator, Facilitator, and Dynamizer. These three indicators cannot be said to have not gone well. The Tourism Office has not carried out its role well as a motivator because of the lack of employee activity in carrying out its duties and functions as well as the lack of encouragement or even pressure that can move employees for how tourism in Soppeng district can progress and develop with the characteristics and uniqueness of different natural tourism. The role of the Tourism Office, which has not carried out its role properly as a facilitator, is seen from the facilities provided is inadequate. The dynamator has not done its role well, judging from the lack of significant development carried out by the Tourism Office to attract tourists to visit the ompo natural tourism.