Sustainable Tourism Industry Research Articles

Tea tourism landscape development through a sustainable alternative livelihood approach: a case study of Pedro tea estate, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Tea tourism has gained traction in the tourism industry around the world as a sustainable and eco-friendly niche in agro-tourism. Sri Lanka, a significant tea-producing nation renowned for its “Ceylon Tea” brand, has the opportunity to harness tea agro-tourism as a sustainable alternative income source. This research focuses on the case of Pedro Tea Estate in Nuwara-Eliya, Sri Lanka, to examine the sustainable alternative livelihood approach in tea tourism landscape development and its impact on both the tea tourism industry and community empowerment. Tea tourism offers immersive experiences to eco-conscious travellers seeking authentic encounters with the tea production process. By integrating sustainable practices, tea tourism fosters environmental responsibility and contributes to economic development in tea-growing regions. Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, tea tourism demonstrates its potential to foster economic growth, social inclusion, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. This study aims to demonstrate how responsible practices and community engagement can enable the tea tourism industry to thrive while safeguarding the cultural and environmental heritage of tea-growing areas. The research endeavours to inspire other tea-growing regions to adopt sustainable landscape development and community empowerment strategies, fostering a more responsible and sustainable global tea tourism industry.

INVESTMENT AND URBAN TOURISM INDUSTRY IN THE CITY OF CONSTANTINE

Global experiences have proven that tourism is one of the crucial economic sectors contributing significantly to the development process, owing to both material and non-material benefits it offers to host regions. Urban tourism, a contemporary type gaining momentum and support, has become increasingly popular in cities worldwide possessing essential tourism resources and attributes. This trend persists because urban tourism operates year-round, unaffected by seasonal or occasional variations. Tourism has evolved into a cornerstone of urban economies, leveraging local potentials to generate sustainable profits and bolstering economic growth. This strategic approach enables cities to assume multifaceted roles supporting development through the utilization of these capabilities. In this context, the concept of stimulating investment in Constantine's tourism sector, which encompasses all the elements necessary for urban tourism—including religious, heritage, and natural attractions—is pivotal. However, the oversight, lack of foresight, and absence of strategic development plans from local authorities have prevented this sector from fulfilling Constantine's esteemed position and potential. Consequently, this neglect has led to the squandering of a valuable economic asset that could otherwise bolster other sectors and drive the city's development. To what extent and through what means can a sustainable tourism industry be cultivated in Constantine by capitalizing on its tourism potential?

The Role of English Language Skills in the Tourism Industry in the 4.0 Era in Kuningan District, West Java Province

Through communication media, English plays a significant role in the sustainable tourism sector with the goal of promoting foreign travel, service, effective communication between foreign visitors and tourism actors, and the surrounding community, all of which are ultimately related to the growth of local tourism in the industrial era's sustainable tourism sector. 4.0 Tourist actors need to be fluent in English, especially in the vernacular, which includes basic discussion, linguistic proficiency, and basic conversation. The purpose of this study is to investigate the advantages of English- speaking culture in West Java Province's sustainable tourism sector during the Industrial Era 4.0. Descriptive qualitative analysis is the analytical technique employed. This study demonstrates the necessity of English-speaking culture in Kunuingan District, West Java Province's sustainable tourism industry in the industrial era 4.0 in order to promote the province's local tourist destinations overseas, increase the number of foreign visitors, and facilitate English-language communication. The ability to speak effectively in English is crucial for both those who work in the tourism business and those who live near popular tourist sites.

Agritourism as an Emerging Sustainable Tourism Industry in Uzbekistan

Agritourism as an Emerging Sustainable Tourism Industry in Uzbekistan

Correction: an intelligent information recommender system (IIRS) for next generation sustainable social tourism industry

Correction: an intelligent information recommender system (IIRS) for next generation sustainable social tourism industry

The role of digital transformation in business and its impact on sustainable development goals (sdgs) in the tourism sector

Objective: The objective of this paper is to examine the role of digital transformation in enhancing sustainability within the tourism industry and its impact on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The study aims to analyze how digital technologies can foster economic growth, social inclusivity, and environmental responsibility, thereby contributing to a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector. Method: The research employs a comprehensive literature review methodology, drawing on case studies, industry reports, and empirical evidence. Key areas of focus include the integration of digital tools in tourism operations, such as online booking platforms, customer relationship management systems, data analytics, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The study also explores the application of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), blockchain technology, and smart destination management in promoting sustainable tourism practices. Results: The findings indicate that digital transformation significantly enhances operational efficiency, customer experience, and overall competitiveness in the tourism industry. Digital technologies enable data-driven decision-making, efficient resource management, and real-time monitoring of environmental impacts. The integration of digital platforms promotes eco-friendly practices, supports financial inclusion through digital payments, and facilitates stakeholder engagement. Moreover, virtual tourism and AR/VR technologies provide immersive experiences that reduce the environmental impact of physical travel while educating tourists about conservation and sustainability. Conclusions: Digital transformation is a powerful tool for advancing sustainability in the tourism sector. By leveraging digital technologies, businesses can align their operations with the SDGs, promoting responsible consumption, reducing environmental impact, and fostering inclusive economic growth. The study underscores the importance of a balanced approach where digital transformation drives economic benefits while ensuring social and environmental responsibility. Collaboration among stakeholders, including businesses, governments, and local communities, is essential for creating a sustainable and resilient tourism industry. The ongoing commitment to innovation and responsible practices will play a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable future for the tourism sector.

COMPETITIVENESS AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE TOURISM SECTOR OF BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA ACCORDING TO OECD

This paper investigates the potential applicability of OECD competitiveness and sustainability indicators of tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The analysis assesses the current state of the country's tourism industry and identifies areas that require significant improvement to enhance competitiveness compared to other Western Balkan countries. This comprehensive study covers all relevant data necessary to measure the OECD indicators. Based on the research conducted, it was found that Bosnia and Herzegovina does not adequately monitor the competitiveness of its tourism industry. The main objective of this research is to demonstrate that the political-territorial structure of the country presents the main challenge in achieving a competitive and sustainable tourism industry.

An intelligent information recommender system (IIRS) for next generation sustainable social tourism industry

The travel industry's contribution to sustainable development is noteworthy, since it offers travel experiences that are mutually beneficial to both local populations and tourists. But in order to maximize multiple resources in social tourism, an intelligent information system (IIS) is necessary for giving valuable tourism recommendations. Such systems use cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to improve the social tourism sector's overall efficacy and efficiency. The proposed intelligent information recommender system (IIRS) combines a number of different components to handle a number of tourism-related issues, such as impact assessment, community involvement, travel planning, and destination selection with the purpose of promoting sustainable social tourism. Fuzzy C-means clustering (FCM) is used in the proposed system for extraction of features. After extraction of features, the model is trained and tested using ensemble machine learning classifiers such as decision tree (DT) and extreme gradient boosting (XGB). Lastly, the evaluation of the system can be done with distinguished parameters such as accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score.

Crisis Management and Sustainability in Tourism Industry: Obstacles and Recovery Strategies after the COVID-19 Crisis in Antalya, Türkiye

This study aims to examine how tourism enterprises can ensure their sustainability and elude the negative effects of the COVID-19 crisis via recovery strategies through semi-structured in-depth interviews, focusing on the tourism industry in Antalya, the first and most important destination in Türkiye, in terms of arrivals and nights spent. According to the findings, travel bans and quarantine measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic had devastating effects on Antalya’s tourism sector. In fact, the COVID-19 pandemic caused a shortage of personnel in tourism industry, a persisting problem. In managing this crisis, businesses and the state have attempted various recovery strategies. Despite a recovery period since 2021, vulnerabilities in the national economy and increasing inflation rates since COVID-19 have triggered input and living costs. Furthermore, the Ukraine War has adversely affected the sustainability of tourism activities in Antalya. Moreover, due to new regulations regarding retirement in 2023, some middle-level managers in tourism sector have retired, leading to predictions of a potential crisis in upper-level management in the future. According to the study results, cooperation in tourism sector, public–private–university collaboration, and government support play significant roles in achieving full recovery from the crisis and ensuring sustainability in tourism sector activities. The study may contribute to the literature and help industry representatives and policymakers in terms of sustainability in tourism and crisis management recovery strategies.

Perception on Sustainable Tourism in Paoay, Atok, Benguet, Philippines

The climate, terrain and geography of Paoay, Atok offers a potential promotion for sustainable tourism in the community. The place is quite well known due to the frost, or "angdap" in local dialect, which is seldom encountered in other regions of the Philippines. Paoy, Atok is renowned for its variety of tourist activities, including trekking, while providing a lovely view of the hanging gardens filled with vegetables and various cut flowers. With the promising sustainable tourism in the place of Atok, Benguet, the local government started implementing sustainable tourism practices. Hence this study determined the perceptions of stakeholders on sustainable tourism industry.

Sustainable Tourism Industry in Indonesia through Mapping Natural Tourism Potential: Taxonomy Approach

Rembang Regency is located on the north coast of Java Island, Central Java Province, Indonesia, which has many beaches ideal for tourism activities. Even though it has the charm of beaches, natural tourist destinations are still the primary choice compared to cultural and artificial sites. However, limited studies exist regarding standard indicators for assessing natural tourism potential in Rembang Regency, which is essential for identifying potential tourist locations. This research focuses on grouping indicators of natural tourism potential based on six main aspects: attractions, amenities, accommodation, activity, accessibility, and ancillary services, environment in tourist areas, and human resources considerations. A taxonomic model will be utilized to develop a procedure for determining natural tourism potential, including indicator weighing via a hierarchical analysis. The findings will yield a taxonomy model aiding information and knowledge management, fostering information sharing and utilization. Moreover, the established procedures will facilitate an accurate and efficient determination of natural tourism potential. This research aims to contribute to sustainable natural tourism management in Rembang Regency, preserving nature while enhancing the tourist experience.

The Development of Potential Blue Economy Activities in The Marine Protected Area: A Literature Review

Sustainable tourism is a concept that aims to reduce the negative impacts of tourism on the local environment, society, culture and natural heritage. In this context, research on sustainable tourism and the blue economy is essential to develop a responsible and sustainable tourism industry. The purpose of this study is to analyse the potential development of blue economy activities in marine protected areas, especially in the field of tourism. This research uses a descriptive bibliometric analysis method. Bibliometric analysis shows that the publisher that publishes the most articles about the blue economy in tourism is sustainability blue economy with a total of 200 articles. The use of Network and Density Visualisation software VOSviewer produces a visualisation of themes related to the blue economy, such as "tourism," "social welfare," "political economy," "contribution," "community", and "sustainable blue economy," This research shows the existence of tourism activities on welfare in marine protected areas.

Sustainable tourism development through community homestays: a case study of Ayodhyapuri Community Homestay in Madi, Chitwan, Nepal

ABSTRACT In rural areas of Nepal, homestays are becoming an important source of income for many families. Homestay offers many benefits, such as experiencing the local culture, learning about different cultural practices in a homely environment, improving language skills, and many more. This study is an attempt to explore the status and homestay owners’ perceptions of Ayodhyapuri Community Homestay, Madi, Nepal. In this study, a concurrent mixed-methods approach was applied using a questionnaire and informal interviews to understand the homestay situation. The research explores how a specific community in Nepal has developed a sustainable tourism industry through the use of homestays, with a focus on how the community has balanced economic growth with environmental and cultural sustainability. Along with this, it also examines the impact of ecotourism on the local community, including the economic benefits, social and cultural impacts, and environmental sustainability practices. The finding suggests that homestays play a vital role in conserving nature, reducing human-wildlife conflict, preserving culture, and generating employment opportunities.

THE ROLE OF GASTRONOMY TOURISM ON REVISIT AND RECOMMENDATION INTENTIONS: THE MEDIATION ANALYSIS OF TOURIST SATISFACTION

Gastronomy tourism plays a very important role in a country's economy. Gastronomy tourism has been proven to have a positive impact on competitive dynamics and the long-term viability of a destination, as well as the local economy and regional development. Therefore, this study aims to examine the influence of gastronomic tourism on tourist satisfaction. Apart from that, this study also tested the influence of tourist satisfaction on revisit intention and recommendation intention. This study involved 462 domestic tourists in Surabaya. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis with SmartPLS. This study reveals that the quality of gastronomy tourism influences tourist satisfaction and will ultimately encourage potential revisit intention and recommendation intention for tourists to visit gastronomy tourism. Other findings show that tourist satisfaction mediates the effect of gastronomy tourism quality on tourists' revisit intention and recommendation intention to visit gastronomy tourism. The results of this study provide important implications for gastronomy tourism businesses to build tourist satisfaction by improving the quality of gastronomy tourism. By paying attention to and improving the quality of gastronomy tourism, a country can build a positive image, increase competitiveness and support economic growth through a sustainable tourism industry.

Impact of Agro-Tourism on Travel Experiences of Domestic Tourists in Sri Lanka

Agro-tourism as a branch of tourism refers to a form of commercial enterprise that links agricultural industries and tourism to attract visitors to a farm or other agricultural businesses with the objectives of generating income and entertaining or educating the visitors. As the research problem, it was identified that limited number of research has been done on agro-tourism and its impact on the experiences of domestic tourists to travel as a path to establish a sustainable tourism industry in Sri Lanka. Hence, this study aimed to study the impact of agro-tourism on travel experiences of Sri Lankan domestic tourists. A mixed research design method was used in the study. It was mainly based on the primary data and the sample in the study was 50 which was randomly selected out of the total population of 233. As the variables, general demographic variables, main source of finance, trip length, major reasons to travel, the most favourite experience in selecting the destination and willingness to travel again were used for the study. Cross tabulation in SPSS analysis was mainly used with the descriptive analysis to obtain the results. As per the findings of the study, seventy percent of females and thirty percent of males were recorded representing the whole sample. Eighty four percent of domestic tourists had the willingness to travel again while sixteen percent had not. From the Cross-tabulation results, it was determined that 82.85% females from 70% and 86.66% of males from 30% showed interest to travel again to the same place. Further results showed that both female and male domestic tourists were interested to pick fresh fruits/vegetables from the farm recording 57.14% and 66.66% respectively. Rest of the domestic tourists was also interested in visiting agricultural farms, petting and feeding animals, and other activities. It is an evident fact that most of the domestic tourists are willing to gain live experiences in engaging into certain types of agriculture sectorial practices. Hence, it is highly recommended to concern on the agricultural practices of tourists’ areas in Sri Lanka as both domestic and foreign tourists yearn to gain live experiences in current context. Further researchers are suggested to study on the foreign tourists and their travel experiences in connection with agro-tourism.
 
 Keywords: Agro-tourism, Domestic tourists, Sri Lanka, Travel experiences

Analysing antecedent and consequences of trust in m-commerce for sustainability in tourism industry in Uttarakhand

Analysing antecedent and consequences of trust in m-commerce for sustainability in tourism industry in Uttarakhand

Resiliency and Sustainability of Tourism Industry in Boracay Island

This descriptive-correlational study analyzed the resiliency and sustainability of the tourism enterprises in Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan, Philippines in 2022-2023 based on the responses of 400 respondents consisting of owners, presidents, managers, chairpersons, and employees of DOT accredited establishments in Boracay Island. Results show that the tourism enterprises in Boracay Island have an average level of organizational resilience. They reported to have set of appropriate responses to all emergencies but feel that their behavioral readiness to respond to internal and external environment is low. Their overall extent of resiliency is average and their enterprise sustainability is high. Their extent of resiliency was found to be significantly related to their extent of sustainability. Based on the findings and conclusion, the researcher encourages the tourism enterprises in Boracay Island to implement comprehensive resilience strategies that encompass both planned and adaptive measures while fostering community collaboration for agility and adaptability to respond effectively to unforeseen challenges.

The Dichotomy of Dachen Island’s Red Culture: Portrayal vs. Reality in the Context of Tourism Development

Following the evacuation of the Dachen Islands by the Republic of China in 1955, the People’s Republic of China undertook a reconstruction and redevelopment effort through the volunteer work of a youth committee known as the Reclamation Team. Today, Dachen Island is renowned for symbolizing Red Culture and the Reclamation Spirit, receiving significant government support, especially for developing its sustainable tourism industry. This field study investigates the disparity between the island's portrayal as a symbol of Red Culture and the Reclamation Spirit and its actual experience as seen through tourists, landscapes, and residents. Tourists are primarily drawn to Dachen Island for its natural scenery and relaxation rather than its Red Culture. The island’s social media image highlights its natural beauty, contrasting sharply with the patriotic culture emphasized by government and official news outlets. Although Dachen Island features several cultural and historical sites, many remain closed or underutilized. As modernization progresses, the island faces a declining youth population, while migrant workers are attracted by the expanding tourism industry. Red Culture and the Reclamation Spirit function more as branding tools that help the island secure government funding and recognition rather than reflecting the lived reality of its residents.

Smart Tourism in ASEAN: Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Development and Enhanced Visitor Experiences

Smart tourism, through an innovative integration of technology into the tourism industry, is transforming the way travelers experience destinations in the ASEAN region. We explored how ASEAN countries are leveraging advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and mobile applications to promote sustainable development and enhance visitor experiences. By adopting smart tourism strategies, ASEAN nations are addressing critical challenges including environmental conservation, efficient resource management, and the creation of personalized seamless travel experiences. The implementation of smart tourism solutions enables real-time data collection and analysis, providing valuable insights for decision-makers and stakeholders. This improves infrastructure planning, targeted marketing, and responsive services to cater to diverse tourist needs. Furthermore, the integration of smart technologies fosters more collaboration among ASEAN member states than before, sharing best practices and innovative solutions. As a result, smart tourism enhances the overall satisfaction of visitors and contributes to the sustainable growth and resilience of the tourism sector in the ASEAN region. This study highlighted key case studies and initiatives and demonstrated the potential and impact of smart tourism in driving economic development to promote a more sustainable and inclusive tourism industry in ASEAN. Results and suggestions were made on how to utilize AI and machine learning and provide personalized recommendations and services. AI chatbots can assist tourists with travel planning, bookings, and inquiries in real-time. ASEAN must promote the use of cashless payment systems, such as mobile wallets and contactless payments, to provide a convenient and secure payment experience for tourists. The adoption of sustainable practices through incentives and regulations promotes eco-friendly accommodations, sustainable transportation options, and responsible tourism activities, which enhances ASEAN Smart Tourism initiatives.

Transitioning to Greener Sino-Thai Belt and Road Initiative: How China Finance Thailand's Environmental Sustainability.

As of today, China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) continues showing signs of its transition towards green development; whilst the Thai sustainable tourism industry is encountering substantial environmental problems of unfavourable water quality and waste management outcomes. This paper dissects how China has been transitioning into the practice of a greener BRI, as well as how Thailand has benefitted from its greener BRI partnership with China in recent years. This paper delineates the major environmental issues faced by Thailand, in order to suggest why Thailand needs to urgently and responsively address any notable environmental concern for long-term economic growth and sustainability. There is a lack, if not an absence, of existing studies that analyse Sino-Thai green BRI partnerships with the presentation of supporting, updated data and statistics. The findings presented in this paper respond to such a research gap. This paper concludes by arguing that should China's distribution of development finance to Thailand be able to enhance the latter's environmental health and landscape, more Southeast Asian (SEA) and global emerging powers may develop an increasing interest in forming or strengthening green BRI partnerships with China. In the long run, such an optimistic outcome allows China's diplomatic influence to grow further. China's greener development finance plan is an ambitious, globally impactful strategy. Such an ambitious strategy aims to capitalise on the opportunities to address countries' developmental and environmental needs to boost China's global competence and image, in addition to elevating its diplomatic influence.