Tourist Map Research Articles

Forecasting Tourist Arrivals in Nepal: A Comparative Analysis of Seasonal Models and Implications

Tourist arrivals play a vital role in the broader tourism ecosystem, substantially contributing to the economy. The global landscape has witnessed significant growth in international arrivals over the years, and Nepal has not been an exception to this trend, experiencing a steady influx of inbound tourists. Although tourist numbers are increasing, the lack of research in forecasting future arrivals is evident, highlighting the pressing need for comprehensive forecasting mechanisms to efficiently manage tourism resources and sustainably accommodate the growing influx of visitors. In order to gain insights into the dynamics of international tourist arrivals in Nepal, we conducted a comparative analysis using two distinct forecasting techniques: Seasonal Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (SARIMA) and the Exponential Smoothing technique. Our analysis spanned from January 1992 to December 2023, enabling us to formulate forecasts for the upcoming months up to December 2030. The findings of our study underscore the suitability of all three models—namely, SARIMA, Winter Additive, and Winter Multiplicative—as effective tools for projecting international arrivals in Nepal. However, upon careful examination, the Winter Multiplicative model emerged as the most appropriate model for forecasting Nepal's international arrivals. This model aligned strongly with the observed data, enhancing its predictive accuracy. The implications of our research are far-reaching, offering valuable insights for various stakeholders within Nepal's tourism industry. These insights can guide tourism planners, policymakers, and other relevant entities in formulating well-informed strategies to strengthen and sustain the growth of the tourism sector in Nepal. As the nation continues to position itself on the global tourism map, equipped with data-driven forecasts, we believe that our study provides an essential resource for shaping the trajectory of Nepal's tourism industry in a positive direction.

DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES A WINE TOURISM – THE CASE STUDY OF THE STATE ENTERPRISE QUALITY WINES INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX „MILEȘTII MICI”

Wine tourism in the Republic of Moldova occupies an important segment in the country's tourism. Investments in wineries and the state's initiative to register the Republic of Moldova on the map of European wine tourism have led to the creation of itineraries that allow visiting numerous domains and wineries. Moldovan wine products are in demand on the EU market, which contributes to the sustainable development of both the wine sector and wine tourism. This article represents a research of the difficulties and possibilities of development of the wine tourism activity in order to discover the solutions and ways of development of the wine tourism in the Republic of Moldova. The topic is current and needs to be researched. The purpose of the present scientific investigation is to research the wine tourism activity of „Mileștii Mici” Winery, the largest underground winery in the Republic of Moldova, in order to identify development obstacles and ways to overcome them. The present study was carried out based on the following research methods: analysis, synthesis, comparison, grouping, etc. The authors' contribution consists in the presentation, calculation and analysis of the main indicators regarding the volume of tourist activity, the evaluation of the performance, competition, risk and tourist potential of the „Mileștii Mici” Winery and the development of recommendations regarding the promotion of its tourist activity.

The Evolution of Small Town Spa Resorts in the Global South: The Historical Pathway of Montagu, South Africa

An important resource for small town tourism is maximising the local advantage of natural mineral springs. Only a small international literature exists on the evolution of spa resorts with scant writings for the Global South. For small town South Africa the histories of spa tourism mostly are unrecorded. This article addresses this knowledge gap by investigating the historical development of one spa tourism resort, namely Montagu in the Western Cape. Archival and documentary sources are utilised to analyse the tourism development of this small town from its formal establishment in the early 1850s to the closing apartheid years during the late 1980s. It is shown that Montagu’s rise was part of the wider growth of South Africa as a health destination which was anchored upon its assets of climate and mineral springs. The thermal springs of Montagu put the town on the tourist map resulting in its declaration as a health resort and emergence as a popular holiday destination. By the time of the apartheid period Montagu was becoming a more leisure-tourism dominated and a less health focussed destination.

Development of the Burong Mandi tourist village through a digital-based sustainable tourism model

Burung Mandi, a village blessed with diverse tourist attractions ranging from beaches to hills and mountains, faces challenges in promoting sustainable tourism while leveraging digital approaches. To address these gaps, this community outreach program aimed to enhance the understanding of tourism stakeholders, including village officials and Pokdarwis (tourism awareness groups), on the principles of digital sustainable tourism. The program employed a training methodology, encompassing presentations and mentorship sessions. The outcomes of these activities included the creation of a tourist map, tourism packages, and a YouTube channel. Additionally, evaluation results indicated a significant improvement in the understanding of digital sustainable tourism among the participants.

Empirical Evidence on Tourism, Geopolitical Risk and Economic Policy Uncertainty Relationships in Malaysia

Malaysia, celebrated for its rich cultural diversity, vibrant cities, and pristine natural landscapes, stands prominently on the global tourism map. However, the tourism industry is susceptible to the impact of geopolitical risk and economic policy uncertainty. These external factors, shaped by global events and policy changes, can significantly influence the tourism landscape in Malaysia. Given this significance, the study aims to empirically investigate the cointegrating relationship between international inbound tourism levels (tourist arrivals), geopolitical risk (GPR index), and economic policy uncertainty (EU index) in Malaysia. The analysis uses quarterly observations from the first quarter of 2000 to the fourth quarter of 2022. The study employs the Granger Causality test, supported by structural VAR impulse functions and variance decomposition analysis to illustrate how economic policy uncertainty responds to shocks in tourist arrivals. The significant causal relationship observed moves from tourist arrivals to economic policy uncertainty. In other words, the study implies that variations in tourist arrivals have a lasting impact on economic policy uncertainty but not necessarily on geopolitical risk. This study provides valuable implications for policy planning and decision-making. Policymakers should consider the implications of shifts in tourism patterns for economic policy uncertainty. The absence of a long-term relationship between tourist arrivals and geopolitical risk may suggest conducting separate risk assessments to manage geopolitical risks that may affect the tourism industry in Malaysia.

Making a narrative tourism map: the case of Jiaxing’s ‘Red Boat Spirit Map’, China

ABSTRACT Today, the marriage between cartographic language and narrative strategies has reshaped maps with the generative capability to represent the intangible historical characters and events involved in social memories following a narrative manner. Despite these advances, rather few efforts have been spared to unveil the potential of tourism maps in a narrative form. This paper seeks to rectify the gaps in this line of research by unfolding the underlying theories and cartographic design guidelines for making narrative tourism maps. In particular, a narrative cartographic design approach is demonstrated and evidenced to be practical using the case of ‘Red Boat Spirit Map’, a tourism map designed for Jiaxing City, one of the most well-known destinations of China’s red tourism. It is believed that the theoretical instrument and cartographic design guidelines presented in our paper are particularly relevant and can be easily adapted to more general research of narrative maps.

CROSSOVER AND EXTENSION OF HAND-DRAWN MAP IN HERITAGE TOURISM: A CASE STUDY

In the realm of thematic map development, hand-drawn maps tailored for tourism hold considerable significance. Nonetheless, their progress is impeded by inherent limitations and challenges, thereby constraining their potential advancement. Concurrently, the emergence and progression of computer and network technology have furnished a proficient platform for fostering interdisciplinary growth in the realm of hand-drawn cartography. The aim of this study is establishing a customized, culturally relevant, metaphorical and de-identified design framework for enhancing visualization in digital interactions, drawing upon the universal design principles inherent in traditional animation. A comprehensive depiction of the design workflow, along with intricate design particulars pertaining to each stage, was demonstrated through a case study centered on the hand-drawn style drawing and map design for Dahuaishu Ancestor Memorial Garden. By adopting such a design framework, the potential outcome entails a more user-friendly and captivating means of disseminating information within digital tourist maps of the same genre. This approach preserves the inherent merits of hand-drawn maps while simultaneously broadening their scope and capabilities.

Isometric Digital Tourism Map as Sustainable Development of Bendosari Ecotourism Village

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

Tea Tourism: Navigating the Future of Assam's Agritourism

Assam, a state brimming with diverse tourism opportunities, boasts rich wildlife, cultural heritage, monuments, and abundant natural flora and fauna. Despite its vast potential, Assam has yet to secure a prominent position on the global tourism map. While recent government initiatives aim to rejuvenate the state's tourism, one overlooked sector is Agritourism, a facet of Community-based Tourism that allows visitors to engage directly with the host community. This study specifically delves into the agricultural realm, focusing on Assam's tea sector, a pivotal contributor to the state's economy and employment with over 800 major tea estates. Positioned as a prime candidate for Tea tourism, these estates offer a wealth of attractions, including century-old bungalows, lush green lawns, and expansive tea plantations. The study aims to explore the untapped potential of tea tourism, proposing approaches for development while addressing current challenges and presenting viable solutions. With its roots in community-based tourism and agritourism, tea tourism not only has the capacity to elevate the state's tourism industry but also positively impact the host communities involved.

The Role of Local Networks in Supportive Mechanisms Model for Sustainable Community-based Tourism Administration

ABSTRACT This research is a mixed-methods participatory study to examine what contributes to the success or failure of community-based tourism (CBT) administration in Chumphon, Thailand. Although this province has long been known for its flourishing natural and cultural resources, it also faces many challenges in initiating and sustaining CBT development. Using data and observations gathered for over five years, this paper encouraged residents to participate in multiple research workshops to exchange ideas, build relationships, and engage in CBT networks. The supportive mechanisms model for CBT administration is established to suggest guidelines for sustainable CBT development. Of the four mechanisms, the first involves building sibling-like collaborative relationships among CBT operators to reduce competition. Subsequently, the remaining mechanisms involve elements to expand CBT collaborations. These include tourism mapping, integrated marketing and technology, and CBT operational standard reinforcing. This study’s implication can be one steppingstone toward self-reliant networks and sustainable CBT development.

PERANCANGAN MOCK UP SISTEM INFORMASI MANAJEMEN DESA BERBASIS WEBSITE (STUDI DI DESA MEKARMUKTI KECAMATAN CISAGA KABUPATEN CIAMIS JAWA BARAT)

Mekarmukti Village is located in Cisaga District, Ciamis Regency, West Java, Indonesia. The village is famous for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, as well as its agricultural practices. The village is surrounded by lush green forests and hills, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to explore the natural beauty of West Java. One issue that often arises in the Mekarmukti Village community that is the focus of attention is the lack of clarity of information conveyed to residents, causing them to repeatedly seek information. The village government has difficulty collecting family data due to various reasons and the busyness faced by residents, hampering the performance of the village government. From the above problems, the purpose of study is designing a Website-based Information System that is used to facilitate the Mekarmukti Village community in getting or obtaining the latest information from the Village Government. In addition to making it easier to get information, this information system also provides information related to tourist info and tourist maps, as well as financial transparency of Mekarmukti Village.

A Novel Visual Narrative Framework for Tourist Map Design Based on Local Chronicles: A Case Study of the Songshan Scenic Area

Tourist maps provide tourists with destination information that reflects their unique characteristics and cultural connotations and play an important role in attracting tourists and serving marketing purposes. However, existing designs of tourist maps often ignore the importance of cultural resource selection and the relationship between maps and structural linguistics, thereby affecting the narrative function and representativeness of tourist maps. This study utilizes the local chronicle as a data source and proposes a novel visual narrative framework (VNF) for tourist maps. The VNF combines Todorov’s narrative hierarchy and Roth’s visual storytelling tropes to establish a mapping between map elements and narrative elements. To demonstrate the effectiveness of the VNF, the Songshan Scenic Area was selected as a case study. By applying the VNF, highly characteristic and meaningful colors, figurative hand-painted symbols, and scene symbols are selected and integrated into the map design to enhance the artistic value and narrative of the map. This framework reveals the potential cultural value of local chronicles and can serve as a reference for other historical tourist cities, contributing to the preservation of local cultural heritage.

Pendampingan Identifikasi Potensi Objek Wisata Pulau Semut dalam Perancangan Design Peta Wisata

<p><em>Indonesia is a country that has unique tourism potential areas.</em> <em>Semut </em><em>Island is an ecotourism that is still beautiful with the development of a local community-based tourism sector. Access to tourist attraction locations is still unknown to many people around Pekanbaru City. For this reason, a map of tourist attraction locations is needed to make it easier for visitors to access tourist locations. Before a tourist map is created, it is necessary to identify potential tourist attractions in Semut Island.</em> <em>This activity aims to help partners identify the potential of the Semut Island tourist attraction. The method used is the discussion and mentoring method. As a result, partners were able to identify the potential of the Semut Island tourist attraction and were able to form a grand design for the Semut Island tourist attraction.</em></p>

Pengembangan Aplikasi Peta Pariwisata Digital Menggunakan Metode Markerless Di Kota Palembang

Based on the results of data obtained from the Palembang city tourism office, activities providing information about tourism are not running optimally in reaching prospective domestic and foreign tourists because activities for conveying information about the attractiveness of tourist attractions through brochures, newspapers, and other print media, as well as events being held, are still ongoing. is temporary; in other words, the delivery of information has not become a routine activity by the Palembang City Culture and Tourism Office. Apart from that, the lack of information related to tourist attractions in Palembang can make it difficult for tourists to determine destinations and travel plans because descriptions of areas or tourist attractions, such as visualization of places and distances between one location and another, are unavailable. Therefore, tourists waste time looking for tourist attractions to visit. This research aims to develop a Digital Tourism Map application in Palembang City which is presented with Augmented Reality in the form of 3D Objects using the Markerless Method so that it can make it easier for local and outside tourists in the Palembang City Area to get to know the tourist attractions in Palembang City. One method currently being developed is the Markerless method; with this method, users no longer need to print a marker to display digital elements

A Study on Eco Tourism in Himachal Pradesh

Tourism is an important part of any economy. It is an incredible way to showcase magnificent history, culture and diversity. Now tourism is being seen not only from the economic point of view but also from the nature point of view. Ecotourism is a form of sustainable tourism that actively contributes to the conservation of natural heritage. The main component of ecotourism is the use of natural resources as a component of tourist attractions without harming the environment. It involves travel to destinations where flora, fauna and cultural heritage are the main attractions. It also promotes a greater appreciation of our natural habitats. Himachal Pradesh has carved a unique place on the Indian tourism map due to its rich natural and cultural diversity. It has great heritage value and beautiful temples. To maintain the natural beauty of Himachal Pradesh, the importance of Eco tourism increases even more. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the factors which influence and demands eco-tourism in Himachal Pradesh. This study also accesses the awareness level of Eco tourism among tourists.

The wages of luxury: Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda resort as iconic brand and political symbol (1960–1975)

ABSTRACT The 1960s in Italy saw an explosion in mass tourism but also the development of contested forms of luxury tourism. This article deals with the building of one of the most iconic luxury resorts of the era, the Costa Smeralda on the island of Sardinia, and with the political controversies it raised. Within a few years, the resort put Sardinia on the map of world tourism, drawing the attention of conservationists, who chose it as a symbol of environmental and cultural degradation. In the early 1970s the Aga Kahn, the resort’s main promoter, sued some of the conservationists for defamation. The resulting trials, which the Aga Kahn won, became a venue in which the myths of the developers and those of the conservationists clashed in front of witnesses and judges. The trial’s records revealed the compromises and negotiations on which luxury tourism is founded, but such demythologisation benefited the developers, at least in the short run. The Costa Smeralda remained an iconic brand and a contested symbol, but above all it spurred a transition from large-scale manufacturing to tourism as Sardinia’s main economic vocation.

МОНЕТАРНЫЕ И НЕМОНЕТАРНЫЕ ФАКТОРЫ ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ ЭФФЕКТИВНОГО ТУРИСТИЧЕСКОГО ПРОДУКТА В РФ

Socio-economic events in the tourism services market in 2020-2023, associated with the transformation of the political and economic situation both within Russia and abroad, are determined by a number of monetary and non-monetary factors. Among the main aspects are the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic, breaks in long-standing business chains in a variety of international tourist destinations, changes in the level of solvency and spending patterns of the population, as well as ideological narratives. Both these factors and their derivatives have led to the emergence of a fundamentally new configuration of the “socio-economic map of tourism” in our country. The purpose of the study is to compare the influence of both monetary components amenable to formal analysis and difficult-to-define non-monetary factors on the tourist choice of Russians, on the one hand, and on the formation of the supply of a tourism product, on the other. The article attempts to analyze the monetary and non-monetary risks of the formation of a tourism product and its effectiveness in new economic conditions. At the same time, risks are considered not so much as threats, but as potential sources of economic growth in the Russian Federation, including through the development of the Russian tourism market.

Design Science Research for Developing Risk Tourism Mapping Based on Visitor Sentiment Review

Real-time monitoring and assessment procedures at tourism sites are crucial. The lack of it may caused an operational incident. Therefore, this study aims to develop a design science research (DSR) methodology to produce an artifact in the form of a risk mapping system that can display a map of tourism sites in an urban area based on their risk group. The DSR approach has five stages to develop artifacts: explicate problem, define requirements, design and develop artifacts, demonstrate it, and evaluate it. The findings of this study propose suitable research strategies to develop artifacts based on relevant knowledge bases. It also discusses in depth the implementation of the explicate problem stage, which involves observing the root causes of operational accidents at tourism sites. It also finds that real-time monitoring of tourism sites can prevent accidents, and proposes utilizing reviews from visitors on Google Review, which can be categorized through text mining to identify risk factors based on Sapta Pesona's framework. This study provides valuable insights for developing monitoring systems in the field of tourism risk management using visitor review texts as an open-source resource.

Perancangan Sistem Informasi Geografis Pemetaan Penginapan PT. Kirana Bali Wisata Berbasis Web

Tourism is an activity for someone who wants to take a vacation or travel to a place within a certain period of time and return to the place of origin with the aim of taking a short break from daily activities. Tourism has become one of the most important economic sectors in many tourist destinations around the world, including Kuta. Kuta is a tourist area located on the island of Bali, Indonesia. Kuta has become one of the most popular tourism destinations in Bali, as well as one of the most famous tourist destinations in all of Indonesia. Kuta has many attractions such as beautiful beaches, quite active nightlife, and various culinary. However, the rapid growth of tourism also brings a number of challenges that must be faced. Therefore, the creation of a Geographic Information System (GIS) as a web-based tourism mapping tool becomes relevant. With so many culinary spread in Kuta, tourists who cannot eat pigs are very difficult to find food that does not use pork content. Because, in Kuta there are so many foods that contain pork. Therefore, with the creation of this application, tourists do not need to worry because this application can provide input on culinary places that do not contain pork. To develop this GIS research using the SDLC method which includes planning, analysis, design, and implementation.

Tourism marketing for accessible tourism (tourism for persons with disabilities) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Purpose: The study determines how accessible tourism (tourism for individuals with disabilities) is marketed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and how respondents' responses varied based on their gender, kind of disability, and geographic location.
 
 Methods: The descriptive survey method was employed to fulfill the study's objective. After confirming the indicators of its validity and stability in the Saudi context, the researchers designed the study instrument "electronic questionnaire" that consisted of (18) items divided throughout three domains: (tourism planning, tourist sales and goods, and tourism services). The instrument was used on a sample of (142) male and female participants with impairments (physically challenged, visually impaired, and hearing impaired) who were chosen by the stratified random technique from three locations in the south of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Najran, Jazan, and Asir).
 
 Results: The results indicated that accessible tourism (travel for people with disabilities) marketing reality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is at a low level. In addition, it was discovered that the variables of gender, type of disability, and region have no statistically significant impact on the reality of tourism marketing for accessible tourism (tourism for people with disabilities) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The study recommended that broad steps and measures be taken by the Saudi government and the Tourism and Leisure Authority toward developing tourism marketing for accessible tourism. Therefore, these measures should meet the needs of people with disabilities, attracting them and placing accessible tourism on the local and international tourism map.
 
 Implications and values: Broad steps and measures must be taken from the Saudi government and the Tourism and Entertainment Authority towards developing tourism marketing for accessible tourism to suit the requirements and needs of people with disabilities, attract them, and place accessible tourism on the map of local and global tourism.