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Tourism is one of the largest sources of income in many developed and developing countries, especially in Indonesia. Tarabunga Village, which is in Toba Regency, North Sumatra, currently does not seem to receive optimal attention. This research was conducted to analyze the tourism potential of the Tarabunga Tourism Village using qualitative research methods with parameters that can be measured from the 6A theory (attractions, activities, accessibility, amenities, additional services and available tour packages), then using observation, interviews, and other techniques. and questionnaires, as well as using SWOT analysis techniques to answer the strategy for developing the tourism potential of Tarabunga Tourism Village.

Tourism development in Aceh Tengah Regency has great potential to become a leading tourist destination, especially with the natural beauty of Danau Laut Tawar and the richness of local culture. The Tourism Office of Aceh Tengah Regency has implemented various strategies, including the empowerment of local communities, infrastructure improvements, and tourism promotion. However, significant challenges remain in the development of this sector, such as the lack of land legality documents, limited supporting facilities, and low creativity in the creative economy products. Based on the research, development focusing on community empowerment through training, improvements in physical and social infrastructure, and strengthening collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities can enhance tourism appeal and provide positive economic impacts. In the future, community-based and sustainable tourism development will be the key to creating an environmentally friendly and sustainable destination. Through more coordinated strategic efforts, it is expected that the tourism sector in Aceh Tengah can grow rapidly and contribute to regional development.

Tourism development in Aceh Tengah Regency has great potential to become a leading tourist destination, especially with the natural beauty of Danau Laut Tawar and the richness of local culture. The Tourism Office of Aceh Tengah Regency has implemented various strategies, including the empowerment of local communities, infrastructure improvements, and tourism promotion. However, significant challenges remain in the development of this sector, such as the lack of land legality documents, limited supporting facilities, and low creativity in the creative economy products. Based on the research, development focusing on community empowerment through training, improvements in physical and social infrastructure, and strengthening collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities can enhance tourism appeal and provide positive economic impacts. In the future, community-based and sustainable tourism development will be the key to creating an environmentally friendly and sustainable destination. Through more coordinated strategic efforts, it is expected that the tourism sector in Aceh Tengah can grow rapidly and contribute to regional development.    

Oetune Beach and Kolbano Beach are types of natural tourism in South Central Timor Regency that have potential resources in the form of uniqueness and natural beauty. This study aims to identify factors that influence visitor demand using linear regression analysis and determine the economic value of the two attractions based on individual travel cost analysis (Individual Travel Cost Method/ITCM). Sampling was done using non probability sampling method form of accidental sampling technique on 120 respondents. The results showed that the variables of distance, time and income had a significant effect on Oetune Beach visits with a total economic value of Rp. 140,332,307,667/year, while Kolbano Beach showed that distance, time, education and transportation costs had a significant effect with a total economic value of Rp.  128,566,261,440/year. e first letter of the word phrase.

Promotional media for tourism advertising, Indonesian is used as a communication tool to convey ideas in selling a product or offering services. This research aims to analyze the use of Indonesian in tourism promotion on the social media account @dagowisatatours. To promote tourism services and tourist locations, the @dagowisatatours account uses Instagram social media to expand market reach and disseminate information more quickly.  The research in this article identifies the dynamics of the use of Indonesian which is often used in tourism promotional media, analyzes the effectiveness of the use of promotional language in promotional media in increasing sales in promotional media.  The research results show that the use of Indonesian in promoting tourism services and tourism destinations on the @dagowisatatours account is presented with interesting word choices and methods via the Instagram social media platform.

WebGIS is a web-based Geographic Information System consisting of several interrelated components. WebGIS is a combination of graphic mapping design, digital maps with geographic analysis, computer programming, and a database that are interconnected into one part of web design and mapping web. WebGIS is a GIS application distributed in a computer network to integrate and disseminate geographic information visually on the world wide web. The objectives achieved in this study are to identify the types of tourism distribution on Sipora Island, Mentawai Islands Regency and to design and build a tourism object information system on Sipora Island, Mentawai Islands Regency based on webGIS. From the research conducted, it can be concluded that based on the survey results, there are 22 points. Waterfall tourism consists of 7 tours, cultural tourism consists of 2, beach tourism consists of 8 and marine tourism consists of 5. Where the tourism is spread across 2 sub-districts. Where in the North Sipora sub-district there are 15 points and South Sipora 7 points. Design and Build a tourism information system for Sipora Island, Mentawai Islands Regency using Quantum GIS as initial data processing. Then combined with a website that has been designed using the Visual Studio Code application.    

This research explores the role of the Nagrog Village Government in advancing the Nagrog Tourism Village located in Cipatujah District, Tasikmalaya Regency. Utilizing a qualitative approach with a case study method, data were gathered through in-depth interviews, direct observations, and literature reviews. The study's results indicate that the Nagrog Village Government holds a pivotal role in the tourism village's development by improving coordination with Pokdarwis and BUMDes, implementing Village Regulations (Perdes) as a legal framework, and enhancing tourism-related infrastructure. Despite these efforts, challenges persist, including the lack of long-term development plans, insufficient support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and ineffective promotional strategies. While the management of Tonjong Canyon as the main attraction has positively influenced the local economy, its contribution to Village Original Income (PAD) remains minimal. To achieve sustainable tourism village development, it is crucial to strengthen strategic planning, maximize digital marketing efforts, and improve MSME support.

Indonesia is a country with diverse culture and tourism. The rapid development of technology causes changes. Sukaraja village has religious tourism potential which has not been utilized optimally through social media.  The BATU GOONG Cultural Heritage Site and its MSME actors are one of the main attractions, but have not utilized platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Twitter for promotion. Therefore, there are three stages of activity plans which include training on creating social media accounts, tourism and MSME digitalization seminars, as well as developing Instagram and Facebook content. These three stages aim to increase the promotion of Batu Goong religious tourism so that there will be an increase in visitors.

Toyomarto Village is a tourist village in Malang Regency with the concept of ecotourism. Toyomarto Village has an interesting culture to visit, namely the Kirab Tirta Amerta Sari. Kirab Tirta Amerta Sari tradition is a water source ‘selametan’ which is part of the village alms, which is held once a year in the month of ‘Suro’. To maintain the resilience of the tradition, it is necessary to develop a tradition based on the principles of ecotourism. This research was conducted to find out the implementation of ecotourism principles in the development of the Kirab Tirta Amerta Sari Tradition, development steps and the impact of ecotourism on the development of the Kirab Tirta Amerta Sari Tradition. The research used a qualitative method of case study approach by collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used Miles and Huberman’s theory through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Based on the field result obtained, it is shown that the implementation of ecotourism principles in the development of the Kirab Tirta Amerta Sari Tradition in Toyomarto Village, because the development of kirab has been conceptualised by the community, so that activities can provide benefits and positive impact for local communities and visitors. There are two development steps to developing the kirab, namely educational development and promotion strategies, and the impacts included the formation of social cohesion, the preservation of culture and the environment, and the development of the local economy.

This socialization activity aims to increase the understanding of tourism managers on the banks of the Musi River in Palembang regarding ecotourism service standards based on local wisdom. The material presented included the basic concept of sustainable ecotourism, tourism service standards, the application of local wisdom in service, and case studies of the successful implementation of local culture-based ecotourism. The implementation method consists of seminars, interactive training, and group discussions that involve direct simulations in the application of tourism services. The evaluation was carried out through pre-test and post-test which showed a significant improvement in the understanding of participants after participating in the activity. Monitoring is carried out by observing the active participation of participants during the activity. The results of the activity showed that participants were able to understand the importance of implementing ecotourism service standards by prioritizing local wisdom as the main attraction. This activity has a positive impact in improving the quality of tourism services in the area. The resulting recommendations include the need for further assistance activities to ensure sustainable implementation and capacity building for tourism managers in a sustainable manner.

In line with the development of social media use, the role of influencers in tourism marketing strategies has developed further. This research is aimed at analyzing marketing through influencers in increasing interest in visiting Mount Tunak tourism in Central Lombok. The purpose of this research is to the influence of trust given to influencers. Data was collected through an online survey to 50 respondents who visited the content promoted by influencers. Competition in the world of tourism today is very tight, therefore it is very important to use influencer-based digital marketing. Influencers already have and can personally and effectively reach audiences, so their relevance and credibility are important to research. The results of the research show that using influencer marketing has a significant impact on visitor interest, which is more dominant when there is trust in the influencer. This research is expected to provide guidance for tourism industry players to maximize strategies in digital marketing.

Pekon Kampung Baru is a pekon with the majority of people having livelihoods as farmers, so that the community's economy only relies on agricultural products to meet their needs. Pekon Kampung Baru has tourism potential in the form of a waterfall that can be managed so that it becomes a competitive tourism to attract tourists and have an impact on improving the economy of the Pekon Kampung Baru community with a planned and structured management pattern so that the potential utilised can develop optimally. In this study the authors used methods of collecting, processing, and analysing data with the type of research that is qualitative. The data collection includes interviews, observation, and documentation. The process of community economic empowerment through the management of the Way Lalaan waterfall tourist attraction, there are several stages in it, namely the capacity building stage, and enrichment. the conclusion of managing the Way Lalaan waterfall tourist attraction through the Way Lalaan Tourism Awareness Group is carried out with the following four stages, namely: Capacity Building, Institutional Strengthening, and Provision of Economic Business Facilities.

This research aims to analyze the potential and challenges in developing the tourist attraction of Singosari Temple in Malang, with a focus on historical, cultural and environmental aspects. Through a qualitative approach and case studies, this research identifies factors that influence tourist attractions, such as accessibility, supporting facilities, and preservation of cultural sites. The research results show that to optimize tourism potential, infrastructure improvements, wider promotion and active participation of local communities are needed in the management and preservation of temples. In addition, diversifying tourism products involving educational and cultural activities can enrich tourist experiences and increase visits. Developing educational tourism activities such as historical tours and cultural performances can add value to tourist attractions. The sustainable development strategy is expected to support the preservation of Singosari Temple and have a positive impact on the local economy and the preservation of Indonesia's cultural heritage.

The study aim to describe and analyze the development of alae sektare beach tourism village in improving welfare. The research method used in this research is descriptive qualitative method. Field research data collection techniques using observation techniques and interview techniques. The research data analysis technique uses triangulation from Milles and Huberman, namely data reduction, data display and verification. The results of the study indicate that the development of the alae sektare beach tourism village in improving the welfare of the community can be done: first, through the allocation of village funds where village funds managed by the village government are partially allocated to develop the alae sektare beach tourism sector and also improve other facilities Second, the development of community resources. the community is actively involved in the management of alae sektare beach tourism by conducting coaching for the development of community knowledge. third, highlighting local wisdom with the appearance of traditional arts and also serving traditional food to attract visitors. This traditional menu is a superior menu that is in great demand by visitors. The conclusion that the management of the alae sektare beach tourism village through the allocation of village funds is still not optimal so that in the future it is hoped that the village government will prioritize village funds for the development of beach tourism to realize the economic independence of the lantik village community in the srimeulue district

This research analyzes user satisfaction of the Surabaya Tourist Ticket, which is a digital platform designed to make it easier to purchase tourist tickets in the city of Surabaya which is managed by the Surabaya City DISBUDPORAPAR. This analysis was carried out using the End User Computing Satisfaction model which measures the content, accuracy, format, ease of use, and timeliness of the application. The result of the analysis shows that this application has a positive and significant influence on a user satisfaction in the content, accuracy, ease of use, and timeliness variables, but the format variable has a positive but not significant influence on the user satisfaction. From the result of this analysis, it can be seen that the Surabaya Tourist Ticket has been successful in meeting needs so that users feel satisfied. The implication of this research is to support further development to improve the appearance and maintain performance so that the existence of the Surabaya Tourist Ticket website and tourism in the city of Surabaya increase so that regional income also increases.

Medokan Ayu Marine Tourism Surabaya is a PPM AAL Community service assisted village, which is included in the Long-term PPM AAL Community Service program, and every year is programmed with activities that continue to be provided according to the needs of the community, especially fishermen, to help to improve the welfare of fishermen who scavenge fortunes in Medokan Ayu marine tourism. The implementation of community service activities in Medokan Ayu marine tourism will be carried out from January to May 2022. The results of the activities are: 1) the construction of the Medokan Ayu Marine Tourism Pier, 2) the provision and installation of 2 Gazebos on the pier, and 3) the provision of ceramics to be installed at the pier.  It is recommended that the development of Medokan Ayu marine tourism, continue to be carried out until it can contribute to improving the welfare of the community, especially fishermen.  

Digital marketing has become a critical element in promoting tourism destinations, particularly in attracting young tourists who are highly connected to technology. Sawarna Village in Lebak Regency, Banten, holds significant natural tourism potential, such as beaches and caves, but faces challenges in implementing promotional strategies that align with the digital behavior of the younger generation. This study employs a literature review method to analyze effective digital marketing strategies, focusing on social media, visual content, and influencer engagement. The analysis reveals that creative use of social media, a visual storytelling approach, and collaboration with micro-influencers can enhance the appeal of tourism destinations. Additionally, search engine optimization (SEO) and location-based marketing campaigns play a vital role in improving Sawarna Village's visibility on digital platforms. This study recommends digital skill training for the local community to support destination promotion and foster digital transformation in the rural tourism sector. These findings emphasize the importance of technology-driven marketing strategies to enhance the competitiveness of rural tourism destinations in Indonesia.

This research aims to analyze the influence of viral marketing and tourist facilities on the decision to visit the Al-Jabar Mosque in Bandung. In today's digital era, viral marketing plays an important role in influencing the perceptions and interests of potential tourists through content that is quickly distributed on social media. On the other hand, adequate tourist facilities are a crucial factor that can increase satisfaction and encourage visitors to come or return to the Al-Jabar Mosque in Bandung. This research used a quantitative method with a survey approach involving 53 respondents who had visited the Al-Jabar Mosque in Bandung. Data analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression to measure the influence of the independent variables (viral marketing and tourist facilities) on the attachment variable (decision to visit). The research results show that viral marketing and tourist facilities simultaneously and partially have a positive and significant effect on the decision to visit. The aim of this research can be used by the management of the Al-Jabar Bandung Mosque in designing effective promotional strategies and improving the quality of facilities to attract more visitors to worship and travel.

Kuliah Kerja Nyata Tematik (KKN-T) merupakan implementasi Tridharma Perguruan Tinggi yang meliputi pendidikan, penelitian, dan pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Pada tahun 2024, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA) melaksanakan KKN-T bertema pariwisata, salah satu kelompok yang terlibat adalah kelompok Malang 8, yang bertempat di Desa Wringinanom, Kecamatan Poncokusumo, Kabupaten Malang. Kegiatan ini bertujuan memberikan mahasiswa pengalaman praktis dalam pengelolaan dan pengembangan desa wisata.  Jenis penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian lapangan (field research) dengan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif untuk mengidentifikasi potensi pariwisata desa. Sebagai penyangga Taman Nasional Bromo Tengger Semeru, Desa Wringinanom memiliki potensi wisata berbasis alam dan budaya yang beragam. Program kerja kelompok Malang 8 difokuskan pada optimalisasi potensi tersebut melalui pemasangan biopori, papan informasi, papan penunjuk arah, papan nama fasilitas, penghijauan, spot foto, workshop clay, jalan santai, dan program pendamping lainnya. Kegiatan ini menunjukkan bahwa mahasiswa KKN-T UNESA memberikan kontribusi nyata dalam mengembangkan Desa Wringinanom sebagai destinasi wisata unggulan. Diharapkan program ini dapat mendorong keberlanjutan pariwisata desa sekaligus meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat setempat.

This study uses a qualitative descriptive method to explore the potential of Lake Toba as an open-ended material in learning Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA). The research findings show that the geographical uniqueness of Lake Toba as a tourist destination offers opportunities for enriching relevant vocabulary for BIPA learners. In addition, the cultural elements typical of Lake Toba, such as traditions, arts, and customs, are rich learning resources in supporting language and culture teaching simultaneously. To maximize this potential, teaching materials are developed through interactive modules, learning videos, and virtual tours that present an immersive learning experience. This approach not only improves learners' language skills but also creates a deep emotional connection with the material, because learners can experience the beauty of Indonesian culture directly through the media provided.