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This study aims to examine in depth the role of traditional cart taxis in supporting tourism accessibility in Ijen Crater. Cart taxis as a local community-based transportation mode have a significant contribution in addressing geographical challenges and limited formal infrastructure in natural tourism areas. Through a qualitative descriptive approach based on observation, documentation, and literature studies, it was found that traditional cart taxis not only function as a means of transportation, but also as social and economic agents that strengthen community involvement in the tourism industry. Traditional taxi activities also provide alternative livelihoods, create authentic interactions with tourists, and support the microeconomic ecosystem at the local level. However, traditional taxi drivers face serious challenges such as income uncertainty, unclear legal status, and minimal policy support. This study recommends the importance of integrating traditional cart taxis into an inclusive, participatory, and sustainable tourism management system.

This study aims to describe and analyze the natural landscape of Banyuwangi as experienced on the journey to Ijen Crater. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study records the physical, ecological, social, and emotional transformation of the landscape through direct observation, visual documentation, and reflective narratives. Ijen Crater as a natural tourism destination not only presents geological phenomena such as blue fire and acid lakes, but also represents a mosaic of landscapes that include agricultural zones, montane forests, community activities, and tourism dynamics. The findings show that the journey to Ijen Crater shows the complexity of landscape elements, the involvement of local communities in managing the space, and the appreciation of tourists that form personal and spiritual meanings. The conclusion of this study is that the journey is not just a physical movement, but a means to understand the relationship between humans and living nature. The implications of this study underline the importance of participatory and sustainable landscape-based ecotourism management.

This study examines the naming of tourist attractions in Gondang District, Mojokerto Regency, through an ethnolinguistic approach to describe the meaning contained in the names. The object of study includes five tourist destinations, namely Akar Seribu, Bale Kambang, Kebun Pandansari, Padi Park, and Mbencirang Valley. This research used a descriptive qualitative method with data collection techniques in the form of field observations, interviews, and documentation. The data were analyzed using descriptive-interpretative analysis techniques, namely by describing the language form used in naming, interpreting the meaning based on the local cultural context, and linking it to the social and ecological functions of each area. The results of the study show that the naming of tourist attractions in this area not only functions as a geographical marker, but also as a representation of the community's relationship with nature, agrarian identity, and a form of language adaptation to changes in spatial functions.

This study examines the contribution of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) actors in supporting community economic empowerment through their strategic role in strengthening tourist attractions in two destinations in East Java, namely religious tourism of Cheng Hoo Mosque Pasuruan and natural educational tourism of Jati Sewu Gresik. This research is based on the reality of tourist destinations that are the target of the study, where the role of MSMEs in both areas reflects a significant role in strengthening tourist attractions in destinations for visitors. Cheng Hoo Mosque Pasuruan and Jati Sewu Gresik have become new growing spaces for MSMEs that not only sell food, drinks, or tourist services, but also convey the distinctive values of the destination to visitors through direct interaction and the products sold. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a content analysis approach. The data collected was obtained from participatory observations in the field directly with MSME actors, and supported by secondary data obtained from various online sources such as news articles, tourism websites, and official information from the two related destinations. The results show that MSMEs in these two tourist destinations not only play a role in enriching the variety of attractions offered to tourists, but also play an important role in supporting the economy of the surrounding community. Trade activities carried out by MSME players around the tourist area directly create new economic opportunities while increasing community participation in tourism dynamics. In addition, MSMEs also create a more authentic, communicative, and inclusive travel experience for tourists.

In exploring the important role of Candi Pari, the Mpu Tantular Museum, and Kampung Lawas Maspati as branding destinations, these sites significantly contribute to strengthening cultural identity and enhancing tourism appeal in East Java. Candi Pari, with its architectural beauty and historical value, serves not only as an attractive landmark but also as a profound symbol of cultural richness. The Mpu Tantular Museum functions as an information and educational center, housing collections of artifacts that reflect the historical journey and traditions of the local community, providing visitors with an educational experience. Kampung Lawas Maspati adds a unique dimension by offering visitors the opportunity to interact directly with the traditions and daily life of the local people. Through cultural preservation and the promotion of traditional activities, this village successfully attracts tourists seeking to experience the authenticity of Javanese culture. This article also discusses the branding strategies implemented to enhance the visibility and competitiveness of these three destinations in the tourism market. Through an integrated approach, these locations not only serve as tourist attractions but also as means to raise awareness of the importance of cultural preservation. Ultimately, this article emphasizes that developing tourist destinations based on local identity can have a positive economic impact on the community while preserving the region's rich cultural heritage

Penglipuran Tourism Village, renowned for its cultural authenticity and environmental cleanliness, has experienced substantial growth in tourist arrivals, which has led to environmental pressures and overcrowding in its core area. In response, the development of the Bamboo Forest as a supporting attraction has emerged as a strategic initiative to disperse visitor concentration and promote sustainable tourism. This study aims to examine the development concept of the Bamboo Forest through a qualitative descriptive approach, employing in-depth interviews with local stakeholders, including tourism managers and community leaders. The findings reveal that the Bamboo Forest, spanning 45 hectares, serves multiple ecological and cultural functions, such as groundwater conservation, disaster mitigation, and the preservation of local traditions. Since 2023, the site has been revitalized with ecotourism-based infrastructure, including bamboo pathways, cultural performance spaces, a traditional market, and the Bamboo Caffe, all of which integrate local resources and community participation. Development efforts are aligned with key tourism components: attraction, accessibility, amenities, and ancillary services, while adhering to sustainable tourism principles: something to see, something to do, and something to buy. The project has not only enhanced the visitor experience but also generated significant economic benefits, contributing to community welfare. Overall, the integration of environmental, economic, and socio-cultural aspects in the Bamboo Forest development exemplifies a holistic approach to sustainable tourism in rural destinations.

Indonesia faces significant challenges in maintaining environmental ethics amid rapid economic growth and urbanization. Environmental degradation, such as deforestation, water pollution, and poor waste management, reflects a widespread lack of ecological awareness. However, local wisdom offers an alternative approach to environmental sustainability. This study aims to describe the forms of environmental ethics embedded in the local wisdom of the Betawi community in the Betawi Cultural Village of Setu Babakan, South Jakarta. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the research explores cultural practices that support environmental preservation, including the use of home gardens, reverence for nature, and community-based waste management. The findings show that the Setu Babakan community applies ecological principles through traditions, customs, and active participation in environmental care. Moreover, synergy between the government, local communities, and the tourism sector contributes to developing an area that not only preserves Betawi culture but also maintains ecological balance. These findings highlight the importance of integrating local cultural values into environmental policy as a pathway toward sustainable development.

This research explores cultural preservation strategies through the development of the tourism sector, using the Surakarta Palace as a case study. The Surakarta Palace, a cultural heritage site in Central Java with significant historical and cultural value, plays a vital role in preserving Javanese traditions while contributing to regional tourism growth. This study adopts a descriptive qualitative method with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that the Surakarta Palace actively preserves culture through various initiatives such as organizing traditional ceremonies, staging classical Javanese art performances (like gamelan and wayang), and managing museums that house historical artifacts and royal collections. These strategies serve not only to maintain cultural continuity but also to increase the attractiveness of the palace as a cultural tourism destination. Despite these efforts, several challenges remain. These include limited financial resources, minimal use of digital media for promotion, and the lack of public awareness—especially among younger generations—regarding the importance of cultural heritage. To address these challenges, the study emphasizes the need for integrated collaboration between the government, the Surakarta Palace institution, and the surrounding community. Strengthening digital-based promotional strategies and educational outreach is also considered essential to increase public engagement and sustainable tourism impact. In conclusion, the Surakarta Palace serves as a strategic model for cultural preservation within the tourism framework. By improving stakeholder cooperation and adapting to technological advances, cultural heritage can be preserved effectively while supporting local economic development through tourism. Therefore, cultural preservation and tourism development should be positioned as complementary efforts, where the sustainability of both depends on strategic planning, inclusive participation, and adaptive innovation in facing the dynamic demands of modern tourism.

The advancement of digital technology has revolutionized the way tourism destinations are promoted, particularly by local communities. This article presents the results of a community service program conducted by graduate students of the Master of Communication Science at Universitas Paramadina, Cikarang Campus, focusing on optimizing tourism promotion through digital marketing in Kampoeng Kita Setu, Bekasi Regency. The program aimed to empower local Tourism Awareness Groups (Pokdarwis) through a series of activities such as seminars, workshops, the launch of a digital tourism map, digital content creation training, and the signing of an Implementation Agreement. The primary objective was to enhance the capacity of Pokdarwis in utilizing social media as an effective and sustainable promotional tool. Collaboration among community members, academics, and local government emerged as a key factor in developing community-based tourism. The program outcomes indicate a significant improvement in digital literacy among Pokdarwis members and a growing commitment to independently and professionally manage destination promotion.

This community service aims to improve the role of Karang Taruna as a village development agent in Sanrobone Village, Takalar Regency. The problems faced by Karang Taruna in this village include low organizational capacity, minimal entrepreneurial skills, and lack of use of digital technology in promoting village potential. This activity was carried out through several stages, namely identification of needs, leadership and organizational management training, entrepreneurship workshops, digital marketing training, and implementation of real actions in the form of arranging mangrove tourism areas. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants' understanding of organizational management, preparation of work programs, development of business ideas based on local potential, and use of social media for promotion. In addition, participants succeeded in carrying out environmental conservation activities as part of efforts to develop village tourism. This activity is expected to be a model for empowering village youth based on Karang Taruna which can be replicated in other villages to encourage sustainable village development.

Sanrobone Village in Takalar Regency has promising coastal tourism potential, such as mangrove forests, traditional ponds, and local maritime culture. However, this potential has not been optimally managed by the local community. This community service activity aims to increase the capacity of the Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) as a driving force for community-based tourism development. The implementation method includes field observation, destination management training, digital promotional content creation workshops, assistance in preparing integrated tour packages, and activity evaluation. The results of the activity showed an increase in Pokdarwis' understanding and skills in managing tourist destinations, promoting local potential through social media, and preparing attractive local wisdom-based tour packages. In addition, this activity also succeeded in encouraging synergy between Pokdarwis, the village government, and MSME actors in developing village tourism. This community service activity is expected to be a model for sustainable community-based tourism development in other coastal areas, while contributing to achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) in the tourism sector.

Indonesia faces significant challenges in maintaining environmental ethics amid rapid economic growth and urbanization. Environmental degradation, such as deforestation, water pollution, and poor waste management, reflects a widespread lack of ecological awareness. However, local wisdom offers an alternative approach to environmental sustainability. This study aims to describe the forms of environmental ethics embedded in the local wisdom of the Betawi community in the Betawi Cultural Village of Setu Babakan, South Jakarta. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the research explores cultural practices that support environmental preservation, including the use of home gardens, reverence for nature, and community-based waste management. The findings show that the Setu Babakan community applies ecological principles through traditions, customs, and active participation in environmental care. Moreover, synergy between the government, local communities, and the tourism sector contributes to developing an area that not only preserves Betawi culture but also maintains ecological balance. These findings highlight the importance of integrating local cultural values into environmental policy as a pathway toward sustainable development.

Kereng Bangkirai Pier is one of the leading tourist destinations in Palangka Raya City. However, the potential of local wisdom-based tourism has not been optimally manifested, primarily due to governance issues in the management of the site. This research aims to analyze the governance of tourism potential based on local wisdom in Kereng Bangkirai pier of Palangka Raya City. This research uses a qualitative type with a case study approach. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation studies in Kereng Bangkirai pier Palangka Raya City. The data analyzed using narrative analysis guided by the 3A concept—Attraction, Accessibility, and Amenities—proposed by Holloway et al. (2009), to map the local-wisdom-based tourism potential. The findings indicate that the Kereng Bangkirai tourism area meets various indicators within the 3A framework. However, these potentials still require further development to enhance tourist interest. Additionally, the study applied Democratic Governance theory by Norris (2012) as an analytical framework, focusing on four indicators: participation, transparency, accountability, and responsiveness. The results reveal that governance performance in these areas remains suboptimal. The implications of this study highlight the importance of local community involvement in the planning, management, and policy-making processes related to tourism at Kereng Bangkirai Pier. This research is expected to contribute to the development of a tourism governance model that aligns with the needs and aspirations of the local community.

The transformation of Ponggok Village from an underdeveloped village to an independent village with a PADes (Village Revenue Fund) of Rp16 billion demonstrates the successful synergy between the Village Government and the Village-Owned Enterprise (BUMDes) in managing local tourism potential, particularly umbul tourism. This study aims to analyze the form of synergy between the Village Government and BUMDes Tirta Mandiri in managing water tourism in Ponggok Village based on Mark Latash's synergy theory, which includes three pillars: sharing, error compensation, and task-dependence. This study employs a descriptive-qualitative method with a case study approach through field observations and in-depth interviews. The results indicate that the success of tourism management does not solely depend on the institutional capacity of each party but also on their ability to adapt and coordinate across sectors. The collaboration formed has resulted in sustainable tourism management, contributing to increased village economy, community empowerment, and environmental conservation.

The development of tourism villages has been carried out in several regions in Indonesia as an effort to improve the tourism sector through the management of village potential by the local community. This concept is in line with Community Based Tourism (CBT), as implemented in Desa Wisata Kalongan, which is managed directly by the local community and provides direct benefits. This study aims to identify the management of tourism villages, which consists of several management stages by implementing the CBT concept so that the community can directly benefit. This study uses qualitative methods with observation, interviews, and documentation techniques. Data validity is tested through source and technique triangulation. Data analysis was conducted through collection, reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study indicate that the management of Desa Wisata Kalongan involves four stages of management that require active community participation, including planning activities with the establishment of vision, mission, objectives, identification of potential, and program development; provision of facilities; and budgeting in accordance with existing policies; organization activities through the formation of organizational structures and participatory work systems; implementation activities supported by coordination, active community involvement, and community development through training; and supervision through monitoring and evaluation in collaboration with the village government. The implementation of CBT is reflected in community involvement in activities, ownership, and decision-making; cultural and environmental preservation; economic benefits for the community; and capacity building through training. The conclusion drawn from the research is that the management of Kalongan Tourism Village is carried out through the stages of planning, organizing, implementation, and supervision, which actively involve the community. The CBT concept is reflected in community participation in management activities, thereby reaping economic benefits, as well as playing a role in cultural and environmental preservation, and training activities that support village tourism development.

This article discusses the development strategy of Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDesa) through the optimization of village land in Turi Village, Turi District, Lamongan Regency, as an effort to sustainably increase village income. The potential of village land, including agricultural, fishery, and marginal lands that have not been utilized optimally, serves as the main focus for economic development initiatives. A qualitative approach with case study methodology is employed to explore in-depth the strategies, challenges, and opportunities faced by Turi BUMDesa in managing these assets. The study emphasizes the importance of professional, innovative, and participatory asset management supported by collaboration among stakeholders such as local government, community members, BUMDesa managers, and the private sector. Through identifying unique land potential, market analysis, and developing innovative business models such as agro-tourism, integrated agriculture, and renewable energy, BUMDesa is expected to create productive and sustainable economic activities. The main challenges include low land utilization, limited institutional capacity, and minimal innovation in business management. Therefore, capacity building, innovative business development, and strengthening cooperation are key to the success of this strategy. The development of BUMDesa based on land optimization in Turi Village is expected to enhance local income, strengthen community economic independence, and open new employment opportunities for villagers. Overall, this article emphasizes that proper and innovative asset management is crucial for achieving sustainable village development and improving community welfare evenly.

East Africa has great potential in the tourism sector, but is vulnerable to the threat of terrorism that can hinder economic growth and regional stability. This research aims to analyze the impact of terrorism on tourism development, especially in Kenya as a case study. The research uses a Library Research method with a descriptive qualitative approach based on narrative and contextual. The theory used is the tactical definition of terrorism by C.A.J Coady which emphasizes violence against civilians for political interests and Esmailzadeh's perspective which states the adaptive and global nature of terrorism. The results of the analysis show that terror attacks, such as those that occurred in several countries in the East African region, do not only cause physical casualties but also psychological and symbolic impacts in the form of declining tourist numbers, disruption of security perceptions and a negative image of the destination in the eyes of the international community. This study emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach: hard security, inclusive economic development, and soft power-based promotion. The novelty of this research lies in the integration of theoretical-philosophical approaches and empirical data to assess the linkages between security and tourism in conflict-prone areas, which have rarely been studied in depth in the East African context.

This study analyzes the impact of sustainable tourism concept implementation on the community of Tobati-Enggros Village, Jayapura City. Using qualitative descriptive methods with in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis involving 35 informants, this research evaluates three pillars of sustainability: economic, socio-cultural, and environmental aspects. The findings show that sustainable tourism implementation achieves a moderate effectiveness score of 2.7. Economically, tourism creates new employment opportunities and increases community income by 25%-400%, but benefits distribution remains unequal with 70% of profits controlled by 30% of residents. Socio-culturally, tourism helps preserve the unique "Women's Forest" tradition while causing erosion in traditional practices like gotong royong (community cooperation). Environmentally, significant ecosystem degradation occurs with water quality declining 56% and mangrove forest coverage reducing by 10%. The study recommends strengthening community-based tourism institutions, implementing comprehensive waste management systems, and developing community capacity building programs to optimize sustainable tourism benefits while preserving environmental and cultural integrity.

This community service program aimed to explore and strengthen the role of local communities in preserving the natural tourism site known as "Pohon Sejuta Umat" in Banda District, Central Maluku. This site holds ecological, cultural, and spiritual value, making community involvement vital for its sustainability. The program employed participatory methods including observations, interviews, focus group discussions, and training workshops with community members, traditional leaders, and the local tourism awareness group (Pokdarwis). The findings reveal strong community commitment in conserving the area through regular clean-ups, informational signage based on local wisdom, and collaborative patrols. Capacity-building sessions enhanced community understanding of environmental conservation and introduced digital strategies to promote the site. This initiative underscores the importance of integrating local knowledge and participatory approaches in sustainable tourism development. Empowering local communities ensures that conservation efforts align with both environmental goals and socio-economic benefits.

Mount Batur's jeep tourism has recently become one of the most in-demand natural tourism activities in Bali. However, behind its popularity, there is a lack of understanding regarding the management pattern and collaborative mechanisms among local actors. This study aims to analyze the dynamics of community-based tourism governance in Batur jeep tourism through a qualitative descriptive method using observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The research finds that while the community plays a central role in operations, there is still a semi-formal governance structure with limited documentation and control mechanisms. From the perspective of the POAC management approach, the practices excel in execution (actuating) but are weak in planning and controlling. In terms of visitor experience, the tourism product already incorporates entertainment and escapism dimensions but lacks strong educational and aesthetic components. The study concludes that the jeep tourism in Batur has succeeded in mobilizing local resources and building an economic movement, yet it requires the strengthening of management structures, storytelling-based education, and environmentally sound standard operating procedures (SOPs). These steps are essential to ensure sustainability and long-term tourist satisfaction.