Island Tourism Development Research Articles

Method for optimization of design characteristics of high speed passenger catamarans

. In this paper we discuss the theoretical principles the method of design characteristics optimization of high-speed passenger catamarans. The goal of the paper is to determine the role and place of the proposed method in the development of sea passenger traffic and island tourism in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and to illustrate its capabilities in relation to the interests of different participants of process. As a rule, the existing ships are purchased on the secondary market, and new ones are often designed and built at foreign shipyards. This is a reason to develop the design methods that take into account the regional characteristics of Vietnam. The novelty of this research is based on the fact that the proposed method takes into account the regional features, combines mathematical and optimization models of various design levels and allows to take into account the interests of participants of a program for development of maritime transport infrastructure and tourism in Vietnam. The theoretical principles of ship theory, ship design, mathematical programming and statistics were used for the method development.
 In this paper we present the results of design characteristics optimization of high-speed passenger catamarans and comparative analysis of these results with the main dimensions of modern high-speed passenger catamarans. The proposed method can be used in the design and assessment of the economic efficiency of high-speed passenger catamarans. The results can be used in Vietnam government program oriented to development of sea transport infrastructure and tourism.

Is Caribbean tourism in overdrive? Investigating the antecedents and effects of overtourism in sovereign and nonsovereign small island tourism economies (SITEs)

PurposeDrawing on theories of development economics and sustainable tourism, this research explores the differences between sovereign and nonsovereign small island tourism economies (SITEs) and identifies the antecedents and effects of overtourism in the Caribbean.Design/methodology/approachThe research design is based on a comparative case study of selected Caribbean SITEs. Case study research involves a detailed empirical inquiry that investigates a contemporary phenomenon within its real-life context. The main purpose of a case study is to provide a contextual analysis of the conditions and processes involved in the phenomenon under study. A comparative case study is an appropriate research methodology to explore new multi-faceted concepts with limited empirical evidence.FindingsThe results confirm previous studies that nonsovereign SITEs have a distinctive overdrive toward tourism specialization. Moreover, the findings indicate that overtourism is driven by both global and domestic policy factors and generates significant economic volatility, social inequality and ecological stress. The paper discusses the tourism policy implications of the evolving economic disconnectedness, environmental decay and social tensions in SITEs in the Caribbean.Originality/valuePolicy recommendations are presented for transitioning toward a more inclusive development and strengthening the resilience of small island tourism development in the Caribbean.

Konsep Penataan Permukiman yang Mendukung Pariwisata Berkelanjutan Berbasis Kearifan Lokal Pulau Lakkang

Lakkang Island has several tourism potentials such as natural, cultural and historical aspects where their spots merge together with the local settlement. Due to the sprawling settlement and its less development direction towards sustainability, the problems then arise. Hence, the settlement arrangements rooting for tourism are needed to control its development and to avoid the impact of losing its site-origin identity. Also, it can improve the quality of its environment and the living standards of the locals at once. The research objectives are to identify the physical and non-physical condition of Lakkang’s settlements and to analyze as well as to compile a settlement arrangement concept supporting sustainable tourism based on the local wisdom. The research data were collected through observation, interview, questionnaire, literature study, and documentation. The data are then analyzed using spatial analysis methods, descriptive qualitative and quantitative. This research provides the concept of Lakkang Island tourism development by concerning towards the 4A concept (attraction, accessibility, amenities and ancillary) as well as the arrangement of settlement facilities and infrastructure to support the quality improvement and various sustainable tourism

Over the Caribbean Top: Community Well-Being and Over-Tourism in Small Island Tourism Economies.

The Caribbean is one of the most tourism-intense regions of the world with rising levels of over-tourism, especially in dependent small island tourism economies (SITE). More critically, mounting socio-ecological pressures are compounded by increasing climate change and enduring social vulnerabilities, thereby challenging traditional policies and paradigms of growth and sustainability. Drawing on previous studies of inclusive development and community well-being, this research paper frames and extends the phenomenon of over-tourism from a political economic perspective. Based on a historical account of small island tourism development, an in-depth case study of Aruba is presented. Recognized internationally as the ‘One Happy Island’ and one of the most tourism-dependent small island economies, the findings yield a contextualized understanding of the complex and dynamic nature of over-tourism, and identify the main antecedents and effects of over-tourism. The study discusses the evolving economic disconnectedness, environmental decay, social inequality, and institutional failures. The findings describe the role of institutional capture and policy drift which stem primarily from political as well as market forces, and have resulted in a gradual marginalization of community well-being and agency. The paper proposes an extended conceptualization of over-tourism in small island tourism economies by explicitly recognizing that the crux of the over-tourism conundrum in SITE is political in nature and institutional by nurture. Recommendations are provided for transitioning towards community-driven development by building capabilities and pathways for innovation, internalization, and institutionalization in order to strengthen the resilience of small island tourism development.

The Challenge of Climate Change for Coastal Tourism in the Azores

Abstract The case study provides an overview of coastal tourism in the Azores and the probable future impacts of climate change on the islands. It summarizes the findings of a recent study undertaken by an international team of experts, including the authors, to determine how serious the impacts are, in particular on tourism. It considers these effects in the light of European and worldwide climate change mitigation policies. Information Adapted from ‘Chapter 10: Case Study Portugal: Addressing Tourism Development and Climate Change in Small Atlantic Islands: the Case of the Azores’. In: Jones A. and Phillips M. (eds) Global Climate Change and Coastal Tourism . CABI, pp. 125-137. © CAB International 2018

Enhancing island tourism's local benefits: A proposed community‐based tourism‐oriented general model

AbstractThis article proposes a general community‐based tourism (CBT)‐oriented framework that could be used as a guideline by policymakers dealing with tourism development in small islands. It investigates fundamental issues related to tourism and advances possible solutions utilizing a specific form of alternative tourism within a sustainable tourism context that considers the well‐being of the local population, especially the disadvantaged sector of society. As such, the article captures recurrent critical issues relating to tourism and proposes a model that represents various elements to consider when drafting policies. It emphasizes ecotourism that has long been considered the most sustainable form of tourism. Some of the findings and characteristics of the model could be useful for remote destinations in general.

Carriying capacity of small island for tourism development

This study aims to analyze the carrying capacity of the environment on small islands to develop marine tourism. Research carried out in the Thousand Islands Indonesia includes Bidadari Island, Untung Jawa, Pramuka, Karya, Ayer Besar, Rambut, Cipir, Moringa, and Onrust. The methodology used in this study is the environmental carrying capacity class. The carrying capacity of the beach to receive tourists on Bidadari Island, Untung Jawa, Pramuka, Karya, Ayer Besar, Rambut, Cipir, Moringa, and Onrust, are as follows: 50, 40, 40, 30, 30, 30, 30, 26, 26 and 10 tourists per day for low class. Tourists who visit have already exceeded the carrying capacity of the environment while on vacation on the island of Untung Jawa, Pramuka, Bidadari, Ayer Besar, and Onrust; there are 60-200 tourists. The island’s carrying capacity for accommodation is 11,200, 5,166, 7,700, 28,070, 4,221, 4,550, 8,400, 1,120, 1,400 and 14,000 beds for each island on Pramuka Island, Karya, Panggang, Untung Jawa, Bidadari, Ayer Besar, Onrust, Cipir, Kelor, and Rambut. While the environment carrying capacity for diving activities is between 5000-6000 divers, the interview results found out that, in reality, 9600 divers do diving activities around Pramuka Island’s waters. The government should limit the number of visitors according to the allotment of the island; for example, for Rambut island tourism development should be closed because it is a conservation area. For housing islands such as in Java Untung Island, Pramuka island should limit the tourism development, while for Angel Island and Big Ayer, tourism development committed intensively.

Research on Small Island Tourism Experience Perception Based on Big Data Analysis

Ge, J., 2020. Research on small island tourism experience perception based on big data analysis. In: Bai, X. and Zhou, H. (eds.), Advances in Water Resources, Environmental Protection, and Sustainable Development. Journal of Coastal Research, Special Issue No. 115, pp. 39-41. Coconut Creek (Florida), ISSN 0749-0208.Tourism environment is the natural ecological environment, economic environment and social and cultural environment on which tourism development depends. It is the material basis for sustainable development of tourism. The marine industry will become an important pillar of the national economy, while the marine tourism industry is an important component of the marine industry group with broad prospects and broad development prospects. In tourism development, it is of great significance for the sustainable development of small island tourism to strengthen the research and excavation of cultural connotation in scenic spots and scenic spots and enhance the attraction of islands to tourists. Based on relevant online reviews and travel notes, this study uses content analysis method and Ver1.0.1 word frequency analysis software to analyze tourists' tourism experience and perception of tourism experience, excavate tourists' behavior characteristics, and put forward management improvement suggestions for negative reviews so as to strengthen the sustainable development of small island tourism.

Analysis of the island tourism environment based on tourists' perception—A case study of Koh Lan, Thailand

Island tourism is an important part of marine tourism and has developed into an important part of international tourism consumption. The island tourism environment is the foundation for the sustainable development of island tourism. This paper takes Koh Lan as the research area to conduct a questionnaire survey among international tourists to understand their perception of the tourism environment of the island based on descriptive analysis and cross-analysis. The results show that tourists in the tourism environment of the island have obvious behavioral characteristics. 66.7% of the tourists are interested in the island through friends and networks; 76.9% of them travel together with their families and friends more than once; more than 56% of them stay for one day causing the low willingness of these tourists; the homestay is the favorite accommodation option for those who choose to stay; 51.5% of tourists choose to eat at the hotel, and 92.7% of visitors spend less than US $500; 24.2% of the time is used to visit Tawaen Beach, which is the most popular tourist attraction on the island; visitors of different ages and genders have different preferences when choosing travel activities; beach leisure is a favorite activity for tourists. The study evaluates tourists' satisfaction with the tourism environment of the island. More than 90% of the tourists expressed satisfaction with the experience of visiting the island. This evaluation reflects the deficiencies and directions for improvement of the tourism environment of the island and provides inspiration for the development of international island tourism.

Small-Scale Cultural Tourism Events: Residents' Perceptions on Their Quality and Impacts

In the present article researchers feature the examination of the opinions and attitudes of the residents of Chios island in Greece. It is based on the investigation of both the characteristics (quality, potential, organization) of the island's main annual cultural events (Rocket War, Agas, and Mostra) and their possible impact on the local society, economy, tourism, and natural environment. Cluster analysis was used to classify the residents under three groups: Embracers, Realists, Neutrals. Each group has particular characteristics and a clearly defined opinion about local cultural tourism events and their impact on a local level. According to the main findings of the primary research some particularly interesting aspects of the effects of local cultural tourism events both on the local level and on the island's tourism development emerge. The conclusions drawn from the elaboration of such findings afford an opportunity to understand better the general impact of cultural events and by the same token to assist government bodies, residents, and other stakeholders in maximizing benefits, whenever possible.

Tourist Preferences on Bunaken Island for Integrated Archipelagic Tourism Development around the Bunaken National Park, Indonesia

This study aims at analyzing the preferences of tourists visiting Bunaken Island for the development of archipelagic tourism. Qualitative method was applied, and survey was done by distributing questionnaires to 200 tourists visiting the island. The tourist preferences-based island tourism development on Bunaken Island was very strategic for the development of integrated archipelagic tourism by building a network of relevant strategic tourism objects and attractions in other four islands (Siladen, Manado Tua, Mantehage and Nain) around the Bunaken National Park. The findings are very useful for public policy makers to enhance parthnership and empower communities in developing archipelagic tourism.

Exploring human resources, marketing and promotion activities towards the sustainable tourism development in Phu Quoc islands, Vietnam

Phu Quoc island of Kien Giang Province in Vietnam is endowed with resources for tourism development. The study explored the human resources, tourism marketing and promotion efforts of businesses towards the sustainable tourism development in Phu Quoc tourism. The authors used secondary and primary data to elicit information from respondents. Secondary data was collected from Kien Giang department of tourism, Statistical departments of Kien Giang and Phu Quoc. We administered questionnaires to 230 local residents, 150 businesses, and 530 tourists. Furthermore, interviews were conducted in Phu Quoc with local residents, businesses, tourists, local authorities’ officers, and 12 experts. The results suggest that Phu Quoc tourism sector lack quality workforce and marketing and promotion initiative is not well developed. The study proposes recommendations to stakeholders of Phu Quoc tourism sectors and more of that, the limitation and further research is suggested.

The social-ecological status of small islands: An evaluation of island tourism destination management in Indonesia

A social-ecological system approach has been applied to measure the complexity of sustainable tourism development on small islands. In general, tourism development and ecosystem management have been shown to be relatively unbalanced. Tourism development attempts have not yet been accompanied by environmental management efforts. In this paper, the social-ecological status is measured to improve the sustainable development mechanism with appropriate indicators. Using the Gili Matra Islands as a case study, the social-ecological status of tourism in the region was examined using the social-ecological status index (SESI), a coupling index of the coastal waters quality index (CWQI), the coordination degree model (CCDM) and the index of information entropy weight (IEW) as tools for measuring and evaluating the social-ecological status and sustainable development of small island tourism.

섬 관광개발의 측정척도에 관한 연구

This study started from the recognition that islands should be developed differently from the mainland because of their specific characteristics such as isolation, narrowness, and being surrounded by the sea. Studies on island tourism have been conducted on the tourism development stage, management model, competitiveness indicators, island image, island selection attributes, experience quality, and revisitation. However, there are few studies on small island tourism development. The purpose of this study is to develop an island tourism development measurement scale to evaluate the conditions of tourism development according to the conditions of the island area, to evaluate the appropriate direction of tourism development, and to apply it to the islands around Jeju Island to examine its applicability. Based on the previous studies on the scales of tourism development related to islands, appropriate scale items for island tourism development were derived and the reliability and validity of the scales were verified by analyzing the results of the questionnaire survey. In this process, factor analysis was conducted using SPSS. The results of this study can be used as basic data for tourism development in small island areas due to lack of research on island tourism development..

ASSESSMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR MARINE TOURISM OF SMALL ISLANDS IN THE ARU ISLANDS, MALUKU

Abstract. Marine tourism is an important attraction of natural tourism Indonesia today. Consisting of small islands and considered as outer region, Aru Islands, as one of the districts in the Maluku province has potential for marine tourism-based coastal and small islands supported cultural potential, so it is suitable to be developed as a maritime destination. Marine tourism should be managed with conservation and ecological approach to community-based, it is in accordance with the conditions in which the tourist sites in the coastal area adjacent to the local community. The aims of this study were to identify potential marine tourism Aru Islands; to identify issues, challenges and formulate strategies and recommendations for marine tourism development that capable of accommodating the interests of society also the conservation of coastal and small islands. Resources for development of nature-based marine tourism were identified and assessed in the Aru Islands. The study results showed that as an archipelago, the Aru Islands have some 42 potential and attractiveness of a total of 88 marine tourism potential and attractions. Aru Islands also has unique and distinctive cultural and culinary for supporting the development of marine tourism. As a new destination, Aru Islands need a comprehensive and holistic development strategy. The approach includes physical and infrastructure improvement, management and institutions, marketable tourism products, and the development of a host community. These approaches to ensure tourism development in Aru Islands grow sustainably.

지역사회기반 섬 관광정책의 성과와 과제-행정안전부 ‘찾아가고 싶은 섬 사업’을 중심으로-

지역사회기반 섬 관광정책의 성과와 과제-행정안전부 ‘찾아가고 싶은 섬 사업’을 중심으로-

Residents’ attitudes toward island tourism development in Taiwan

Residents’ attitudes toward island tourism development in Taiwan

PILIHAN STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN WISATA GILI LABAK KECAMATAN TALANGO KABUPATEN SUMENEP

The presence of the Suramadu bridge has a direct impact on the economic side, this can be demonstrated by the increase in gross domestic income which increases from year to year. Efforts to maximize the potential of the region other than agriculture, plantation, and mining and marine industries, Pertingnya is to maximize the potential of the beauty of the natural panorama, the condition of the panorama of nature is quite a lot of scattered in various regions both inland and in the archipelago so far, still constrained by the existing infrastructure, the infrastructure is the lack of proper transport and safe to connect between the island, , Island water supply and other supporting facilities. The limited infarasturcure problem led to the development of island tourism only a planning document without realization.Data collected in this study include primary data and secondary data. The results of the study indicate a strategy is needed to increase the growth rate of tourist visits with faster time (second year is greater than the first year and beyond), quality improvement becomes the strength factor to maximize the utilization of all opportunities. Keywords : Strategy, Tourism Development

Održivi turizam kao razvojna mogućnost na primjeru Dugog otoka

In this paper authors have tried to elaborate some aspects of socioeconomic approach which would eventually unveil the future of economic and cultural development of the island of Dugi otok. It can be argued that the development of tourism as well as other economic activities on the island of Dugi otok can be attested as a paradigm for all bigger islands on the Croatian Adriatic sea. Sustainable tourism development on Dugi otok can only be durable if all other production and land axploitation activities adopt the paradigm of sustainable development. The island of Dugi otok is probably the best model of what can be called an unpolished diamonds of the Croatian Adriatic with so many resources that wait to be properly activated in order to preserve the authentic life experience on the island. This research paper has tried to prove that along with sustainable amount of mass tourism, there should develop appropriate quantity of specific niche tourism products with aim to enhance the value of authentic sustainable development of island tourism.

Determinants of island tourism development: The example of Dachangshan Island

Islands possess their own patterns of spatial and temporal evolution as tourist destinations. Taking Dachangshan Island as an example, two key stages were identified: a 'landscape-oriented' period from 2002 to 2009, and a 'background' stage from 2009 to 2012. Co-existing with both periods was changing spatial and land-use patterns of expansion and intensification. Using spatial mapping techniques, it was found that tourist resources were found to be the original driving force, tourist transportation and social and economic factors were endogenous determinants of change, and tourist enterprises and source markets subject to government policies the exogenous factors.