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The Regent of Kuningan revealed that the typical coffee of Kuningan Regency has the potential to increase economic and tourism activities. The purpose of this study are to determine the potential and uniqueness of the plantation area and coffee factory in Cibeureum Village, Kuningan Regency. Planning a coffee trail that is in accordance with the potential and uniqueness of coffee plantations and factories so that it can become a coffee agro-tourism product and promote coffee agro-tourism. The analytical method that will be used in this research is the descriptive analysis method. The data used is qualitative data obtained from the results of the researcher's in-depth observations and interviews with related parties. Planning a coffee trail is able to combine everything into a complete coffee journey, starting from the planting process, picking coffee, selecting coffee beans, drying coffee beans, roasting coffee beans, grinding the coffee beans and finally being able to enjoy the coffee. Coffee trails must be positioned as the most interesting form of coffee tourism activity and can improve the experience of tourists, especially coffee lovers, in exploring coffee agrotourism.

The aim of this research is to determine the management of the development of the beautiful Pine Beach tourist attraction in attracting tourists. This research uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach and data collection techniques through observations, interviews with informants and documentation. The discussion regarding governance at the Cemara Indah Beach tourist attraction is the result of facts and data in the field. Adapted to the theory that researchers use, namely from the Department of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia, which in this theory provides components in managing the tourism sector, where tourism governance is a process of planning, organizing, supervising and evaluating tourism activities. carried out by the government and related stakeholders to achieve sustainable tourism goals. From the research results, it can be concluded that the management and development of the Cemara Indah Beach tourist attraction in Gosong Telaga Selatan Village involves various aspects including organization, planning, implementation, supervision and evaluation. The management, especially the management, shows commitment in carrying out their duties by focusing on management efficiency, collaboration with various related parties, and a deep understanding of visitor needs.

The English language training carried out at the educational tourism Subak TeBA Majalangu aims to improve the English language skills of tour guides so they can communicate with foreign tourists. Tour guides are given English language training according to their field with the material provided totaling 4 discussion topics. On each topic, there are 2 training sessions, namely theory and practice in the field. There are 3 stages in this training, namely the preparation stage, socialization, and training implementation. The training was carried out over 8 meetings. At the socialization stage, participants are given an initial test to determine the participant's competency. Furthermore, at the end of the training implementation stage, participants are again given a test to determine the results of the training participants' English language skills. The results obtained from implementing English language training for tour guides at the educational tourism Subak TeBA Majalangu in Kesiman Kertalangu Village, Denpasar were very satisfying. Training participants get an increase in grades that were previously lacking, after the training they get good grades. For the sustainability of this program, the community service team hopes to be able to provide other training in developing human resources at TeBA Majalangu

Panorama Sileme-Leme is a tourist destination in Humbang Hasundutan Regency, precisely in Huta Sileme-Leme, Parsingguran 2 Village, Pollung District which is at an altitude of approximately 1,600 meters above sea level. The beautiful natural panorama with the background ofLake Toba and surrounded by gardens, is very feasible to be used as a place of recreation. However, supporting facilities in this area are not yet adequate to support various recreational activities that have the potential to be carried out in the area. Therefore, it is necessary to do landscapeplanning and provide tourist facilities so that it attracts more tourists to visit. The initial idea of this concept is to plan the Sileme-leme panorama area as an attractive tourist destination and equipped with various supporting facilities for tourist activities. However, because it is located in a hilly area prone to landslides, the concept of pine forest tourism is applied, which in addition to aesthetics and visitor comfort, the main function is to minimize landslides because pine trees are known as good soil retaining vegetation. In addition, the pine forest tourism landscape can also have interesting spots such as tall shady pine trees, restaurants or cafes with pine forest views, and also play areas for children. This helps to enhance visitors' tourism experience and makes them feel close to nature and the beauty of the pine forest. The planningof Sileme-leme Panorama Area uses the concept of a semi pine forest which is added with various tourist facilities. The application of this concept has been considered through various analyses conducted previously. With the application of the semi pine forest concept, it is expected that the natural potential will not change much, and the preservation of nature in this area will be maintained. The existence of this planning isexpected Sileme-leme Panorama to be a tourist attraction that is more developed and more attractive to tourists to visit. In addition, this planning is expected to improve the economy of the local community.

This research uses qualitative research methods to explore and analyze the marketing mix of Tirta Taman Mumbul as spiritual tourism in Sangeh Village, Badung Regency. The research method involves in-depth interviews with relevant stakeholders, direct observation, and content analysis from secondary sources.The research results highlight the importance of the cultural and spiritual characteristics of the Tirta Taman Mumbul location in developing marketing strategies. Market segmentation is based on tourists' preferences and spiritual motivations. The uniqueness of this destination and the spiritual experiences it offers are the main focus in designing the marketing mix.In the context of tourism competition in Bali, research findings emphasize the need for a differentiation strategy that reflects the authenticity and spiritual values of Tirta Taman Mumbul. The quality of service and infrastructure is identified as an important element to strengthen a destination's attractiveness.This research also highlights the importance of including sustainability aspects in the marketing mix to reflect responsibility towards the environment and local culture.Thus, this research concludes that a qualitative approach is able to provide in-depth insight in designing a marketing mix that is in accordance with the characteristics and spiritual values of Tirta Taman Mumbul, increasing its attractiveness as a unique spiritual tourism destination in Badung Regency.

The issue discovery pertaining to amenities, costs, and visitor happiness is the driving force behind this. Quantitative research is one of the research types used. In this study, two different data kinds were used: primary and secondary. The study's participants were tourists who had visited Dempo Anai Land. One hundred customers were selected as the research sample using a non-probability selection technique. A Likert scale questionnaire that has undergone validity and reliability testing was used as the data gathering method. Data from the study were handled using SPSS 25.00. The research results shown that the facilities category in quite agree, namely 3.32, the price variable category in quite agree with 3.40 and the visitor satisfaction variable shows the quite agree category with a percentage of 3.36. As a result, the facility value (X1) has a significant and positive impact on visitor satisfaction (Y) with a beta or standardized coefficient of 0.501 with T count (6.468) and a significance of 0.000 <0.05. Similarly, the price research hypothesis (X2) has a significant and positive impact on visitor satisfaction (Y) with a beta or standardized coefficient of 0.352 with T count (2.026) and a significance of 0.000 <0.05. Furthermore, an Adjusted R Square value of 0.102 was obtained, showing that the impact of the facility variables (X1) and price (X2) on the visitor satisfaction variable (Y) was 10.2%, while 89.8% was influenced by other factors.

This research focuses on four tourist destinations in North Penajam Paser Regency: Istana Amal Beach, Nipah-Nipah Beach, Tanjung Jumlai Beach, and D’Wish Gunung Mulia. Attractions, amenities, and accessibility are considered key factors influencing repeat visits. Based on data analysis, attractions, especially natural beauty and environmental cleanliness, have a significant influence on repeat visits by tourists. Thus, the hypothesis stating a positive influence between Attractions and repeat visits by tourists to the four tourist destinations in North Penajam Paser Regency is partially accepted. However, amenities such as accommodation and dining places do not significantly affect repeat visits. Therefore, the hypothesis stating a positive influence between amenities and repeat visits by tourists to the four tourist destinations in North Penajam Paser Regency is partially rejected. On the other hand, accessibility such as ease of road access and clear signage has a positive influence on repeat visits. Thus, the hypothesis stating a positive influence between Accessibility and repeat visits by tourists to the four tourist destinations in North Penajam Paser Regency is partially accepted.Overall, Attractions, Amenities, and Accessibility collectively influence tourist repeat visits. This indicates that the management and development of tourist destinations need to consider these factors. Although Amenities have less significant influence, it is important to continue improving and enhancing supporting facilities at tourist destinations. The findings of this research provide valuable insights for tourism managers and policymakers to improve the quality and attractiveness of destinations and strengthen the position of North Penajam Paser Regency as an appealing tourist destination for local tourists.

The Real Work Lecture (Kuliah Kerja Nyata or KKN) at STIE Bima is a community empowerment activity carried out by students and Field Supervisors (DPL). This KKN program at STIE Bima took place from August 18 to October 18, 2023, in the Kolo Sub-District. It is undeniable that the Kolo Sub-District has natural potential that needs to be developed through tourism and marine resources by promoting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and creative industries to be more innovative. The method used in the implementation of the KKN at STIE Bima is through participatory approaches and community involvement in interactions and data collection with MSME actors at the Kolo Sub-District Office. The results obtained from this KKN program include the enhancement of the local community's knowledge in Kolo Sub-District in improving MSMEs and creative industries, thus creating new job opportunities for the community through the application of digital marketing and providing local tourism needs to attract both domestic and international tourists.

This research refers to Regional Regulation No. 8 of 2018 of Tanjungpinang City, Chapter IV concerning Management of Tourism Objects article 7 (seven) paragraph 1 (one) which reads that those responsible for managing Penyengat Island cultural tourism are carried out by the Regional Government. The purpose of this research is to analyze the role of the Tanjungpinang City Culture and Tourism Office in developing tourism objects on Penyengat Island. The research method used is Descriptive Qualitative with a case study approach to determine the results in the study, with data collection techniques by observation, interview and documentation. The results showed that the Tanjungpinang City Culture and Tourism Office in implementing the Penyengat Island management policy was assisted by the Penyengat Island community in the form of a Tourism Awareness Group (POKDARWIS) which helped the Tanjungpinang City Culture and Tourism Office in implementing the Penyengat Island management policy. The conclusion of this research is that the policy evaluation process carried out by the Tanjungpinang City Culture and Tourism Office is to revitalize several parts and develop tourism on Penyengat Island with a religious and Malay cultural base. Thus, Penyengat Island is able to be visited by tourists with the intention and purpose of knowing the historical heritage of the phallus kingdom.

The culinary diversity in Asia affects the interest of tourists to visit, this is a fascinating thing to explore. This study investigate the role of gastronomy tourism in expressing and communicating the identity of a region. This study use descriptive qualitative method, it explains how to understand research subject phenomena, behavior, perceptions, motivations, actions, and so on, holistically, and how to describe the results in the form of words and sentences (Moleong: 2010). Using the theory of gastronomic identity proposed by Harrington (2005), researchers analyze that Authenticity is the representation of traditional culinary traditions that reflect a region's historical and cultural foundations. Diversity includes the variety of ingredients, recipes, and culinary skills in a region, Innovation is the imaginative modification and advancement of conventional cooking techniques to suit modern preferences and fads. And sustainable food practices prioritize social responsibility and environmental friendliness in the case of five countries in Asia : China, Indonesia, India, Turkey, Kazakhstan. Gastronomy tourism can be found as a powerful tool for promoting a region's identity, both to locals and tourists.

This research delves into the adoption of non-cash payment technology at X Unit of PT Y. Its benefits encompass streamlined income reporting, transaction security, and efficiency. However, challenges include additional infrastructure costs, robust internet connectivity requirements, occurrences of double payments, and reconciliation issues in financial reports. Proposed solutions include installing additional ATMs, collaborating with banks, and hiring Information and Technology (IT) personnel. Applying the Technology, Organization, and Environment (TOE) theory, the research analyzes factors influencing technology adoption in the tourism industry. In conclusion, introducing non-cash payment systems to tourists is essential to enhance service effectiveness and financial management at Prambanan. This study significantly contributes to understanding obstacles and solutions in adopting non-cash payment technology in the tourism industry, offering a strategic framework for sustainable development in the future.

Tourism is one of the sectors that continues to experience development, especially in the era of digitalization. One of an attractive tourist destinations in Bali, Indonesia is Jimbaran. This research was conducted on tourists who have visited Jimbaran. The purpose of this study is to explain how social media marketing moderates the relationship between destination image and tourist satisfaction on revisit intention. This study uses the theory of Planned Behavior with a sample size of 100 people and uses purposive sampling technique. Data collection in this study was carried out by questionnaire method via google form. The data analysis technique used in this research is Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The results showed that destination image and tourist satisfaction have a positive and significant effect on revisit intention, and social media marketing moderates the influence of destination image and tourist satisfaction toward revisit intention. The findings of this study can help Jimbaran Village authorities in developing policies aimed at increasing tourist visitation by utilizing social media to strengthen the influence of destination image and tourist satisfaction on tourists revisit intention to Jimbaran,      

promotional videos are used as a procces of forming a personal image or a place. The aim of this design is to produce a promotional media that is able to increase the number of tourists significantly, as well as provide information about various tourist attractions located in Kecamatan Kapur IX sub-district in the form of videos. The design method used is the 4-D method which has stages of definition, design, development, deployment. The data analis method uses SWOT to obtain the necessary data according to design needs. This promotional video for ecotourism in Kecamatan Kapur IX subdistrict goes through a creative program with pre-production, production and post-production stages. Results of designing a promotional videos as the main media for conveying information related to ecotourism in the Kecamatan Kapur IX sub-district so that is easy to understand and easy to access. Thispromotional videos also has other supporting media sucht as t-shirt, tote bags, stickers, posters, key chains and banner.  

This research is about insight into the main components of tourism products in the Solok Nan Indah Weaving Village, which is based on several problems related to tourist attractions, facilities in tourist destination areas, accessibility, destination image and prices for tourism. The research purpose is to analyze the main components of the tourism product in Solok Nan Indah Weaving Village. The research type used was quantitative with a survey method with a population of 329 respondents  sample of 181 respondents with data collection techniques using a questionnaire with a scale of Likert which had been tested for validity and reliability. This research was processed using SPSS version 25.00. The research results are that tourist attractions show the level of achievement of respondents with an average score of 75.1 with a good category, facilities in tourist destination areas show overall with an average score of 67.18 with a good category, but the provision of food and drink has the average value is 60.22 in the quite good category, accessibility shows overall with a value of average is 66.11 in the good category, but the condition of the parking lot and road conditions has value of average is of 63.65 and 63.31 in the category quite good, the destination image shows overall with value of average is of 72.48 in the good category, and prices for tourists show overall with an average value of 70.74 in the good category.

In Indonesia, tourism still has an important role in supporting national development. Morotai Island as a border area has a huge local potential in mining, farming, plantation, including human resources and tourism. Therefore, this research aimed to provide a recommendation for tourism development and so that to improve tourism competitiveness, particularly tourism activity conducted by tourists, based on SWOT analysis. This research used descriptive qualitative method. The research location was in the territory of Daruba, South Morotai, Morotai Island District, North Maluku Province. The data were obtained by doing observation, interview and literature study. In the interview part, some staff of Tourism Board and local people became the sources through focus group discussion and direct interview referred to purposive sampling technique. The SWOT analysis shows that Morotai Island District has nature beauty and War World II historical ruins as the strength. Those still have a huge opportunity to develop so that to revive the tourist activity there. Not to mention, Kelapa Bido as an endemic plant in Morotai Island District. Based on the SWOT analysis and observation, the recommendations for tourism activity are managing tour packages, agrotourism and digital tourism via augmented and virtual reality.  

The Cikembulan Garut Animal Park tourist attraction not only offers a valuable educational resource for its visitors, but also offers a fun and entertaining experience. This positive experience can encourage visitors to spread a good message or achieve their own satisfaction. The increasing number of tourists is the easiest indicator of the success of a tourism business. If the number of tourists who come are satisfied, the number of tourists will continue to increase. In fact, the experience of visiting this tourist attraction is not able to provide satisfaction to visitors, which is indicated by the increase and decrease in the number of tourist visits to the Cikembulan Animal Park tourist attraction. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of accessibility and facilities on visitor satisfaction at the Cikembulan Garut Animal Park. The type of research is quantitative research with an associative descriptive approach with multiple regression analysis. The population in this study was all visitors who came to the Cikembulan Garut Animal Park in 2022, while the sample in this study was 100 respondents who were calculated based on the Slovin formula. The data collection method is by distributing questionnaires with a Likert scale which is part of an ordinal scale. The sampling technique uses nonprobability sampling. The results of the research show that: (1) accessibility has a significant effect on visitor satisfaction; (2) facilities have no significant effect on visitor satisfaction. Researchers suggest using new variables in future research to determine visitor satisfaction.

A tourist area is a valuable asset for a region, which not only provides sustainable economic potential, but also reflects and promotes its rich cultural, natural and historical heritage. Along with developments over time, changes in tourist behavior patterns, and demands for more memorable tourist experiences, developing tourist areas has become very important. The Marimbunna tourist attraction is a tourist destination that offers typical Toraja cultural heritage, especially in the form of burial or funeral tourism. The aim of this tourist area development innovation program is to create tourism destinations that are sustainable, competitive and attractive for tourists. The methods used in this service are field observation, interviews with the community, identifying problems and determining work objectives. The results of the work program activities include comparative studies, improvements to facilities and infrastructure, site cleaning, and outreach about the importance of preserving cultural tourism objects.

This research examines human resource development strategies in the tourism sector from the perspective of developing regional tourism potential. The existence of human resources is thought to play an important role in tourism development. Tourism human resources include tourists/tourists or as workers (employment). This research uses a qualitative approach, namely an inductive approach. This type of research is categorized as descriptive research. The research results show that the management, development and financing of tourist areas requires the support of many stakeholders (public, private and society) so that the process can run smoothly. The success of developing this area is also greatly influenced by conditions of security and political stability, the carrying capacity of human resources who have appropriate skills both in terms of quality and quantity.

Tourism is one of the sectors that is very influential in economic income and also the welfare of the people in Indonesia. Many tourists make considerations before determining which tourist attractions to go to through various criteria that match their wishes. This consideration becomes difficult if tourists do not know the criteria they want is in accordance with the conditions of the tourist attractions to be addressed or not. On Bawean Island there are still not many information systems that can help prospective tourists in providing relevant information and also in accordance with the criteria of prospective tourists. Based on these problems, a system is needed that can help tourists in determining tourist attractions. A decision support system using the AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) method can help prospective tourists who will visit Bawean Island by determining the level of importance of the criteria with 9 levels that have been provided in this application

Studies on positioning and branding strategies for East Manggarai Tourism Destinations are currently very limited. Previous studies were conducted only partially and focused only on tourist attractions. On the other hand, the high gap between domestic and foreign tourist visits is nearly 10.000 times. Foreign tourist visits have not yet reached a significant number. However, East Manggarai has tremendous tourism potential with 118 tourist attractions spread across four strategic tourism areas in the region. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the positioning and branding strategies of East Manggarai Tourism Destinations by mapping tourism market segmentation trends. Designed with a quantitative descriptive approach, questionnaires were distributed to tourists accidentally encountered in the field. The branding formulation "Keep Exploring The Dangerous Golden Dragon in the World" is expected to strengthen the image of East Manggarai Tourism Destinations as a competitive new brand and supports the image of tourism in East Nusa Tenggara as The New Tourism Territory.