Potential For Tourism Development Research Articles

Pengembangan Potensi Wisata di desa Wisata Yehembang Kangin Kecamatan Mendoyo Kabupaten Jembrana


 
 
 Village of Yehembang Kangin is one of tourism village which has various tourism potential inside which have not been optimized as a tourism destination or tourist attraction. The purpose of this studies to know potential of tourism in the Yehembang Kangin Village Tourism and know the efforts to development of tourism potential in the Yehembang Kangin Tourism Village.
 The research method used in this research, is a qualitative research, where the qualitative research used, observation, in-depth interview technique and qualitative documents. The concept of tourism supporting components in formulating the existing conditions in the Yehembang Kangin Tourism Village. And data analysis technique used in this research is descriptive qualitative.
 The results of this research is Yehembang Kangin Village have two potensial tourism among others is natural and culture potential tourism and the effort to the development of tourism potential in the Tourism Village Yehembang Kangin there are two aspects is mapping of tourist attractions and local community empowerment in the Village Tourism Yehembang Kangin.
 Key Words Potential Tourism, Tourist Attractions, Yehembang Kangin Village Tourism
 
 

Research on the evaluation of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage based on grey clustering

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to construct a grey clustering evaluation model based on center-point mixed possibility function and to evaluate the tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage. The research results provide a certain reference for the tourism development department and related researchers who are engaged in the tourism development of intangible cultural heritage.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses literature research, questionnaire investigation, expert interviews and factor analysis to determine the evaluation index system of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage and applies analytic hierarchy process (AHP) to determine the weight of each criteria. Then, according to the grey clustering evaluation theory and two-stage decision model, a grey clustering evaluation model is constructed to assess the tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage. Finally, a new model is employed to evaluate the tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage in Huangshan city.FindingsThe results show that there is a big difference in the tourism development potential of different tea intangible cultural heritages in Huangshan City and it further illustrates the scientificity and rationality of the method proposed in this paper.Practical implicationsThe model constructed in the paper can be effectively applied to the evaluation of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage scientifically and reasonably.Originality/valueThis manuscript not only constructs the evaluation index system of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage but also creatively applies the grey clustering theory to the evaluation of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage, which provides a new research idea for the evaluation of tourism development potential of tea intangible cultural heritage.

ANALISIS VEGETASI DALAM UPAYA PENGEMBANGAN WISATA DI TAMAN WISATA ALAM PUNTI KAYU PALEMBANG PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN

Punti Kayu Natural Tourism Park is a conservation forest contained in Palembang with an area of 50 hectares. Conservation forest utilization as a natural tourism park has a fantastic tourism development potential. Considering this matter, it is necessary to research about vegetation analysis at Punti Kayu nature tourism park for tourism development at Punti Kayu Palembang. The purpose of this research is to know the composition and structure of tree vegetation at TWA Punti Kayu Palembang. The research was conducted from April to June 2017. The method used in this research is Simple Random Sampling with 63 plot total sample.The results of this study obtained 24 tree species consisting of 949 tree phases, 114 pole phases, 141 sappling phases, and 375 phases of seedlings.Tree phases was dominated by Pinus Spesies with total 750 trees (INP 212,65%), in the pole phase, sapplings phase and seedling phase were dominated by Talok with total 25 poles (INP 57,96%), 17 sapplings (INP 39.89%) and 60 seedlings (INP 29.51%), The level of diversity of tree species and seedlings included in the low category, the tree of 0.493 and the seedlings of 0.824. One characteristic of good vegetation is the high level of species diversity. according to Kristinawanti et al (2013) good tree vegetation will have a positive impact on increasing tourist visits The results of this research can be used to support tourism in Punti Kayu Nature Tourism Park because it can be used as a reference to assess the management of Punti Kayu Nature Tourism Park.

Towards diversification of the economy of Kazakhstan via information support for the tourism industry

Raising awareness of tourism players requires improving the comfort of the information environment of their activities. In tourism practices, information support of tourist activities that ensures the comfort of tourist services and the attractiveness of the tourist region strengthens the motivation of consumers to visit this territory. The development of tourism demand, caused by tourists 'awareness, and at the same time demographic changes, accelerate the segmentation and the creation of new types of proposals. Recent advances in telecommunications, networking organizations, creation, and processing of databases and electronic marketing provide new business opportunities in the tourism sector and a significant impact on the model of traditional business. Therefore, the main sphere of changes and innovations in tourism is related to the use of information and communication technologies. Kazakhstan with its unique natural resources and original culture of the nomadic people has a huge untapped potential for tourism development in the international and regional markets. The tourism industry in the Republic of Kazakhstan is recognized as one of the priority branches of the economy at the state level. For example, in the implementation of the provisions of industrial-innovative development of the country's economy, the leading role belongs to the cluster system, in particular to the tourism cluster. Modern trends in the development of this industry are that tourists who have studied the most famous resorts in the world well are striving to those countries where the tourism sector is just beginning to develop. At the present stage of tourism development, Kazakhstan is becoming a more attractive country for extreme holiday lovers and people interested in history and the present of the countries located on the Great Silk Road. From this perspective, the attractiveness of Kazakhstan 139 is growing. The tourist potential of recreational resources and historical and cultural heritage allows the Republic to harmoniously integrate into the international tourism market and achieve intensive development of tourism in the country. This will ensure sustainable employment and income growth, stimulate the development of related industries and increase of investment flows in the national economy.

ANALISIS VEGETASI DALAM UPAYA PENGEMBANGAN WISATA DI TAMAN WISATA ALAM PUNTI KAYU PALEMBANG PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN

Punti Kayu Natural Tourism Park is a conservation forest contained in Palembang with an area of 50 hectares. Conservation forest utilization as a natural tourism park has a fantastic tourism development potential. Considering this matter, it is necessary to research about vegetation analysis at Punti Kayu nature tourism park for tourism development at Punti Kayu Palembang. The purpose of this research is to know the composition and structure of tree vegetation at TWA Punti Kayu Palembang. The research was conducted from April to June 2017. The method used in this research is Simple Random Sampling with 63 plot total sample.The results of this study obtained 24 tree species consisting of 949 tree phases, 114 pole phases, 141 sappling phases, and 375 phases of seedlings.Tree phases was dominated by Pinus Spesies with total 750 trees (INP 212,65%), in the pole phase, sapplings phase and seedling phase were dominated by Talok with total 25 poles (INP 57,96%), 17 sapplings (INP 39.89%) and 60 seedlings (INP 29.51%), The level of diversity of tree species and seedlings included in the low category, the tree of 0.493 and the seedlings of 0.824. One characteristic of good vegetation is the high level of species diversity. according to Kristinawanti et al (2013) good tree vegetation will have a positive impact on increasing tourist visits The results of this research can be used to support tourism in Punti Kayu Nature Tourism Park because it can be used as a reference to assess the management of Punti Kayu Nature Tourism Park.

Diversification as a tool for economic sustainability of farms

It is revealed that on the basis of socio-economic relations a system of moral and cultural values ​​of the farmer's professional activity, which is influenced by national peculiarities of agricultural production, as well as the acquired experience and traditions, is formed. The article considers the market transformations of the domestic economy, which resulted in the manifestation of destabilizing factors in the production and sales activity and the possibilities of expanded reproduction. In the study of the activities of farms conducted an assessment of their behavior in the context of medium, large and small business entities. The corresponding calculations have been carried out, which made it possible to conclude that the value of profitability of small farms is subjectively underestimated as a result of shadowing of their production and economic activity. It is argued that the diversification of the activities of farms creates positive externalities, in particular, the preservation of the features of the rural landscape and the creation of jobs in rural areas, reducing pollution and improving the quality of the soil. The average length of employment in the production process is determined, which is 2-3 months in terms of full employment, which requires substantiation of diversification of production activities. It has been established that the shadowing of the activities of members of farms is mainly related to non-agricultural activities, and is conditioned by the peculiarities of taxation of such farms. It is proved that the application of the grading principle of aggregate income will enable the tax payer to be taken into account when calculating the amount of tax, and therefore more consistent with the principle of social justice. It is substantiated that the formation of a strategy of diversification of domestic agricultural production based on the experience of leading countries requires its implementation taking into account national peculiarities and factors of influence. The following main internal and external factors that influence the process of diversification are distinguished: external – the development of the regional economy and the local labor market, the state of their infrastructure; among the internal factors: the level of education, age structure of the population, social capital in the countryside, the position of commodity producers in the industry, which are supported by state programs. Based on the study of rural tourism development opportunities based on FАRM and expert assessments, 37% of farmers can realize the idea of ​​creating conditions for rural tourism on their own, due to the lack of infrastructure of farms and rural areas. Among the main conditions for the development of rural tourism on the basis of farms are as follows: definition of the potential of rural tourism development at the regional level, ensuring the safety of tourists living, working out the schemes of visiting tourist routes, attracting tourists working in the region, organizing a large-scale advertising campaign. Key words: farm, diversification, rural tourism, folk crafts, non-agricultural activity, taxation.

Проект будівництва етнопарку в селі Червонокозацьке Запорізької області

Зелений туризм – нове спрямування у світовому та вітчизняному туризмі. В Україні, зокрема і в Запорізькому регіоні, є величезний потенціал для розвитку зеленого туризму. Тому в с. Червонокозацьке, у 52 км від Запоріжжя, планують створити "Парк історичних та етнографічних періодів". Ініціатором цього проекту є Інеса Носенко, голова запорізького центру "Мазал-тов", яка запросила викладачів та студентів Хортицької національної навчально-реабілітаційної академії взяти участь у проектуванні оформлення ділянок-садів у стилях, властивих різноманітним етносам. Розроблений проект "Парку історичних та етнографічних періодів" за умови реалізації дасть змогу створити колоритний, цікавий ландшафтний об'єкт, який буде комфортним місцем відпочинку для місцевих, міських мешканців, туристів зі всієї України та з-за кордону. Водночас він стане ландшафтним музеєм просто неба. Відвідування садів-ділянок, оформлених у різноманітних стилях сучасної ландшафтної архітектури, дасть змогу доторкнутися до культури різних народів та епох. "Античний сад" – один із таких цікавих, загадкових і привабливих куточків, який занурить відвідувачів у атмосферу давньої Греції, познайомить з архітектурою і рослинністю сонячного Пелопонесу. Майбутній Парк має привернути увагу вітчизняних та зарубіжних туристів, інвесторів, меценатів, що сприятиме економічному розвитку регіону, забезпечить нові робочі місця для місцевих мешканців і покращить естетичний та санітарно-екологічний стан території проектування.

Identifikasi Objek Wisata Potensial dan Strategi Pengelolaan dalam Mendukung Pendapatan Asli Daerah Pemerintah Kota Kupang

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui objek wisata apa saja yang ada di wilayah Kota Kupang, dan bagaimana strategi konservasi dan pengembangannya agar menjadi kota tujuan pariwisata. Saran penelitian menggunakan metode survei dilengkapi dengan pengamatan lapangan. Sampel (Dinas Pariwisata seni dan Budaya) 2 orang; pengelola usaha pariwisata 2 orang; Sampel masyarakat 6 orang yang ditentukan secara sengaja (purposive sampling) dan 10 orang wisatawan yang ditunjuk secara acak (acindental sampling) dijumpai pada objek wisata yang dikunjungi. Temuan penelitian: (1) Obyek wisata terdiri dari budaya peninggalan sejarah, museum, karya seni, gereja, masjid, murni dengan arsitek yang indah; objek ekowisata (hutan lindung; hutan mangrove; pantai, gua alam mata air alam; kawasan pertanian agrowisata) objek wisata lain dan objek wisata minat khusus. Kontribusi sektor pariwisata terhadap PAD sebesar
 15,95% (2018) dengan rata - rata pertumbuhan per tahun sebesar 31%. (2) Langkah - langkah strategis: mengembangkan anggaran untuk pengembangan potensi wisata termasuk objek ekowisata; meningkatkan kualitas aparatur yang dapat mengatasi masalah pariwisata; meminimalisir kerusakan lingkungan yang timbul dari usaha pengembangan kawasan wisata; meningkatkan peluang promosi wisata melalui media on-line, media masa, brosur dan leaflet; tingkat partisipasi masyarakat mulai dari perencanaan hingga pelaksanaan kegiatan yang terkait dengan pengembangan kepariwisataan. Diluncurkan, pemerintah lebih proaktif dalam promosi dan membangun sinergi dengan pariwisata dan masyarakat sekitar objek wisata.

A Geo Spatial Analysis for Identifying the Potential of Tourism Development in Jaffna District

A Geo Spatial Analysis for Identifying the Potential of Tourism Development in Jaffna District

Potential tourism development for whale shark (Rhincodon typus) watching in eastern Indonesia

This study aimed to investigate the potential of whale shark watching as a form of marine wildlife tourism development in eastern Indonesia. By examining the existing operations in Gorontalo, Cendrawasih Bay, Kaimana and Teluk Saleh as sample sites, it was expected that an applicable design could be produced. Data were collected utilizing questionnaires administered to local communities and visitors to understand their perceptions and how they value this opportunity. Secondary data were utilised to explore and understand other aspects including the current situation of this type of tourism. Preliminary findings revealed that at three study sites (Botubarani, Gorontalo was the exception), whale sharks commonly emerge near bagan lift nets, as a response to the presence of their favourite prey, anchovies. Generally, anchovies visit bagan predominantly in the morning and stay for couple of hours before swimming away to deeper waters. From 220 community respondents in Labuhan Jambu village (Teluk Saleh), Kaimana (Selat Bitjari) and Botubarani, it was revealed that 89.1% know about the occurrence of whale sharks in their locality. Related to chlorophyll-a, the study results suggest that there is a correlation between chlorophyll-a, anchovies and whale sharks. Regarding management approach to this type of tourism, a local community-based management model is a strongly recommended option, with 69.5% of respondents showing an interest in this approach. Local government roles and responsibility in developing such tourism is extremely significant, especially to prepare community competency through training and education, as was suggested by nearly 30% of respondents.

Manajemen Pengembangan Potensi Pariwisata Daerah Di Desa Wisata Okura Kota Pekanbaru Provinsi Riau

Tourism is one of the development sectors that received government attention to continue to be developed until now, because this sector is considered quite potential for the development of people's economy. The problem is that the number of foreign tourists who enter the city of Pekanbaru tend to decrease in 2011-2016. The lack of tourist attractions in Pekanbaru especially nature tourism, forcing the government of Pekanbaru City to think of new and interesting sights worth developing. The purpose of this study is to identify the potential and condition of tourism, analyzing Planning, Organizing, Actuating and Controlling, and analyzing the supporting and inhibiting factors from the development of regional tourism potential in the Okura Village of Pekanbaru City of Riau Province. The method to be used is qualitative descriptive research. Management of tourism development potential of the region in the Village Tourism Okura Pekanbaru Riau Province has not run optimally. We can see from the lack of supporting infrastructure, resources and finance also become obstacles. And the absence of participation of stakeholders or other tourism developers in Pekanbaru. The recommendation of this research is to provide special fund to focus on development in Okura Tourism Village. Empowering human resources in Okura Tourism Village by providing various coaching and training, upcoming experts to provide special knowledge to the community in Okura Village. Increase cooperation with private parties or parties that would help the development of Okura Tourism Village so that it can create good coordination between the parties.

CULTURAL HISTORICAL MEMORIES AND OBJECTS AND THEIR NATURE ON THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL TOURISM IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BEROVO

Tourism is one of the largest and fastest growing economies in the world, which began to develop in the early twentieth century as an activity in which only a small group of property people can enjoy. Today, tourism is gradually becoming a mass phenomenon. Tourism, as a branch, occupies a significant place in the global economy, as its development improves not only the conditions for staying tourists but also the living conditions of the local population.We live in a small country, but it is abundant with too many natural beauties that enable the development of this branch. These beauties are not sufficiently used for tourism promotion of the country in the world (especially the eastern part of the country).Few people are familiar with the magnificent localities, beauties and potentials of the Malesh - Pijanec region, a region that has great potential and capacity for tourism development, local initiatives, events and events that can be recognized locally, nationally and internationally.In addition to the natural treasures of this region that will "restore" your physical strength, the Berovo municipality is the end of the largest number of churches and monasteries that will help you find peace of mind and tranquility.

Aware of Tourism? Is it important to apply it to the community in Batulayang Tourism Village - Bogor Regency? [Sadar Wisata? Apakah penting penerapannya pada masyarakat di Desa Wisata Batulayang –Kabupaten Bogor

Batulayang Tourism Village is one of the tourist destinations in the Puncak Cisarua area of Bogor. This area actually has good tourism potential development with various tourist objects and attractions including natural potential, cultural potential, and artificial tourism. The current condition of Batulayang Tourism Village has been visited by many tourists, but it still has not had a positive impact on the surrounding community. For this reason, the development of Tourism Village needs to be carried out by the community so that the community's economy can increase from the existence of tourism activities in Batulayang Village. The formation of a Tourism Awareness Group is an initial means to provide awareness of tourism in Batulayang Village. At present, the Tourism Driving Group (KOMPEPAR) of the Batulayang Village has been formed which plays an important role and has a responsibility in developing the potential and community that is aware of tourism. In this case, Agung Podomoro University in the Hotel Business Program through Community Service activities carried out activities of SADAR WISATA and SAPTA PESONA to KOMPEPAR Batulayang Village which was attended by 30 people. The service method that is carried out is by conducting lectures (counseling), discussions and presentations. The results of community service are the provision of knowledge and technology regarding the development of Tourism Village in Batulayang, Bogor Regency, which is well received by KOMPEPAR and reaches its intended destination. This is indicated by the increasing openness of community insights in KOMPEPAR in enhancing the potential of nature and the cultural potential that they have so that they can increase the number of tourists who come in Batulayang Tourism Village. In addition, almost the entire implementation of this service has been carried out according to the planning schedule.

ANALISIS STRATEGI UMKM (USAHA MIKRO KECIL MENENGAH)DALAM MENGHADAPI MEA (MASYARAKAT EKONOMI ASIA) (STUDI KASUS: KECAMATAN TEGALREJO KOTA YOGYAKARTA)

Asean Economic Community (AEC) is a realization of free market in Southeast Asia, consequence MEA are free flow of ASEAN countries in the form of goods, services, investment, labor, and capital. This condition requires Indonesian people, especially entrepreneurs of UMKM (Usaha Kecil Mikro Menengah) to be able to adjust business competition globally. Tegalrejo Sub-district is a sub-district with UMKM potential of 890 (Disperindakop, 2017), this condition is supported by strategic location on busy traffic line and around tourism area. This research uses qualitative method by collecting secondary data and doing interview with UMKM in Tegalrejo Sub-district. Through the results of data processing, it can be seen that the analysis of UMKM strategies in dealing with MEA among others related to the quality of human resources, business management, internet marketing, tourism potential development, and local products. Research on the strategy of UMKM Tegalrejo District makes UMKM can grow globally and reduce unemployment.Key words: AEC, UMKM, strategy

Destination competitiveness in Russia: tourism professionals’ skills and competences

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to address one of the main issues in Russia’s efforts to enhance tourism competitiveness: to educate a qualified workforce at the university level.Design/methodology/approachA survey of tourism professionals was conducted to assess importance and performance toward a set of hospitality- and tourism management-related skills and competences. An importance-performance analysis was performed to identify relative strengths and weaknesses.FindingsRussian professionals need improved competences with respect to sustainable management, marketing and research skills.Research limitations/implicationsThe study is limited to surveying professionals in the western part of Russia (St Petersburg, Moscow, Krasnodar and Sochi). Nevertheless, its implications for curriculum reform and development should be considered in the whole country.Practical implicationsThe study identifies specific areas for Russian universities to address and focus on in their curriculum reform and development efforts.Social implicationsBetter education at universities enhances students’ employability at the time that supports tourism firms to perform better. Both together help to boost tourism destination competitiveness and sustainability, favoring progress and socio-economic development.Originality/valueFew studies have addressed human resource development in Russia. This study investigates the need for developing skills and competences in hospitality and tourism in Russia. This country has a significant potential for tourism development. Other countries with a developing tourism sector should benefit from the results of this study.

ARCTIC TOURISM: STATE AND PROSPECTS FOR RUSSIA

Tourism is the key factor of human presence in the Arctic region. The number of tourist visits has been growing extensively since the end of XX century. The Arctic region is not regarded only as prospective region for oil and gas industry but now it is also recognized as the region with high potential for tourism development. The research is dedicated to the assessment of the spatial distribution of human presence within the Arctic region on the basis of statistical analysis of population and tourist visits in different parts of the Arctic. Taking into account the uncertainty of regional Arctic borders definition, which are commonly determined in accordance with given purposes and tasks, we assessed the population and tourist visits for the Arctic Zone of the Russian Federation as administrative union as well as for the Arctic region as physic-geographical region.The growing number of tourists in the Arctic region influences future development prospects of the region. In 2017 the Arctic region with population of 4.3 million people was visited by 10.2 million tourist. While the favorable environmental conditions of Arctic ecosystems exist, the Arctic region should be considered as the source of nature resources for tourism and various recreational activities. Modern technologies enable the development of travel industry in the region, and therefore the industrial paradigm of “conquer” and “utilization” should be replaced with the axiological paradigm of “Arctic beauty” and recreational resource value.

Research on Zhanjiang-ASEAN Cruise Tourism Product Development Based on Shift-Share Analysis

At present, the development of cruise tourism products with the theme of “Maritime Silk Road” has received extensive attention. As the originating port of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, Zhanjiang has her unique advantage in carrying out the “Maritime Silk Road” cruise tourism. Based on Shift-Shareanalysis, this article analyses the cruise tourism in Zhanjiang by taking the ticket, tour, entertainment, shopping and other consumption activities as the dimensions. It believes that the overall development of Zhanjiang cruise tourism is good. The development potential of tourism and shopping in Zhanjiang is great, which has certain competitiveness in the whole country, though the growth rate of ticket and entertainment is slow and the competitiveness is weak at present. The main reason is that Zhanjiang cruise tourism infrastructure is underdeveloped, talents are lacking, products are not rich, and the lines are insufficient. This article indicates that traditional cruise tourism period with the ticket as the main source of income has passed, the current development of cruise tourism has entered the leisure and vacation period. Therefore, this article proposes investing funds to improve the construction of cruise tourist infrastructure, strengthening the construction of talent team engaged in cruise tourism, developing products to create “cruise +” diversified cruise tourism products, designing distinctive themes route to enhance the competitiveness of Zhanjiang cruise tourism.

Applying a tourism micro cluster model to rural development planning: a case study of Kaeng Ruang village in Thailand

In Thailand, agriculture still plays an important role in the rural economy but is facing several problems resulting in poverty in rural settings. Tourism can play an important role in improving a rural economy in some areas. This paper proposes employing the tourism micro cluster model to address poverty in a poor village in the northeastern part of Thailand. The study also addressed the theoretical foundation of a tourism micro cluster model for a rural village in Thailand that applies concepts derived from a board literature review. Data were collected through both qualitative and quantitative methods to gain insights about problems and potentials for tourism development in the village. The proposed model is built from analyzed data and in the light of resource-based view, clustering theory, and the Thai King’s sufficiency economy philosophy. The proposed tourism cluster is consisted by four complementary businesses including homestay, marked trekking, adventure trekking, and processed malva nut products. In light of our analysis, it is evident that tourism clustering is feasible in the context of this locality. The studied village has sufficient resources both tangible and intangible resources possible for planned tourism micro cluster development. However, an attempt at cluster development in the studied village would require an intervention to provide technical assistance from concerned parties e.g. local government in the early stage to build capacity building of local people for running businesses independently and sustainably. Although one of the limitations of this study is to focus on only one village, the case study of Kaeng Ruang village can provide contextual insight and meaningful implications for policymakers when considering clustering as a planned destination development strategy.

Tourism Development in the South Pacific: The Cases of Nauru and Tuvalu

Abstract Tuvalu and Nauru are isolated developing island nations located in the South Pacific Ocean. In contrast to the established larger Pacific destinations such as Fiji and Tahiti, the tourism industries on both Tuvalu and Nauru are in their infancy. Tourism development in these remote island nations faces a myriad of challenges which include a lack of infrastructure, environmental susceptibility, economic vulnerability, difficulties with access and considerable distances from major tourist markets. This paper reviews tourism on Tuvalu and Nauru and evaluates their current situation regarding potential tourism development through workshops with relevant stakeholders, surveys and subsequent SWOT analysis. The results of the paper outlined a large number of challenges faced by Tuvalu and Nauru due to their geographic location but also highlighted that both Islands possess fascinating and unique features that have the potential to attract niche tourism markets. A key finding of this paper is that the tourism stimulus or potential attraction can also be the chief threat to the islands’ economic survival hence the two edges of the sword. Further research is required to assess the effect of the withdrawal of the Refugee Processing Centre on Nauru’s economy and to evaluate the impact of climate change on Tuvalu’s society and potential adaption strategies.

Tourism Development in the South Pacific: The Cases of Nauru and Tuvalu

Tuvalu and Nauru are isolated developing island nations located in the South Pacific Ocean. In contrast to the established larger Pacific destinations such as Fiji and Tahiti, the tourism industries on both Tuvalu and Nauru are in their infancy. Tourism development in these remote island nations faces a myriad of challenges which include a lack of infrastructure, environmental susceptibility, economic vulnerability, difficulties with access and considerable distances from major tourist markets. This paper reviews tourism on Tuvalu and Nauru and evaluates their current situation regarding potential tourism development through workshops with relevant stakeholders, surveys and subsequent SWOT analysis. The results of the paper outlined a large number of challenges faced by Tuvalu and Nauru due to their geographic location but also highlighted that both Islands possess fascinating and unique features that have the potential to attract niche tourism markets. A key finding of this paper is that the tourism stimulus or potential attraction can also be the chief threat to the islands’ economic survival hence the two edges of the sword. Further research is required to assess the effect of the withdrawal of the Refugee Processing Centre on Nauru’s economy and to evaluate the impact of climate change on Tuvalu’s society and potential adaption strategies.