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The use of social media, especially Instagram, has become a widely utilized platform for promoting tourist destinations. Instagram @tanjongtinggi_official is one such social media channel used by Tanjung Tinggi Beach for promotion. Through the use of photo and video features on Instagram, it becomes easier to promote Tanjung Tinggi Beach to tourists who are not yet familiar with it. This research aims to explore the promotional planning through the @tanjongtinggi_official account in increasing tourist visits to Tanjung Tinggi Beach in Belitung. The research method employs qualitative research to elucidate the uniqueness of @tanjongtinggi_official on Instagram in promoting its tourism. This study adopts a case study design. Data collection is conducted through observation and interviews, with informant selection using purposive sampling technique. Interviews are conducted with key informants, namely the admin of @tanjongtinggi_official and Instagram users who have visited Tanjung Tinggi Beach. Data analysis utilizes the Interactive Model technique, and validity is ensured through triangulation of data collection techniques including informant interviews, observation, and documentation. The results indicate that the planning carried out by the @tanjongtinggi_official Instagram account utilizes visually appealing content presentation and captions, leverages the following feature on Instagram, relevant hashtag usage, photo postings, reposts, mentions, tagged photos, and active interaction with followers to facilitate the promotion of Tanjung Tinggi Beach to tourists, thereby increasing tourist interest in visiting.

Community empowerment through community-based tourism is applied in the tourism village concept. Omah Pinter Petani is one of the tourist destinations developed through the concept of a Tourism Village in the City of Semarang. OPP has an agricultural educational tourism concept. The aim of this research is to examine the sustainability of Community Empowerment in making educational tour packages on durian skin fertilizer. By applying three methods, namely community empowerment, local potential base, and comprehensive activities. This has been carried out in the form of socialization, training and program realization, and monitoring and evaluation. With the results of processing durian skin waste combined with agricultural outbound activities as a tourism package at Omah Pinter Petani with the name 'Mas Duren'.

The culinary world today has always been one of the favorite destinations of many people. Not only abroad, but there are many culinary tours in the country. No exception in Indonesia which has interesting culinary tourism locations to visit. The problems that occur are, the lack of understanding of MSME actors about the importance of digital or technological knowledge and literacy in MSME actors to improve quality human resources, the ineffectiveness of MSME programs in supporting business implementation strategies to increase MSME competitiveness, the lack of understanding of MSME actors in maintaining business sustainability through innovative creation to increase MSME added value. This Community Service activity of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pelita Bangsa University will be carried out online and offline (hybrid), located at Perum Graha Kalimas 2 Blok C No. 20 Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java.

The culinary world today has always been one of the favorite destinations of many people. Not only abroad, but there are many culinary tours in the country. No exception in Indonesia which has interesting culinary tourism locations to visit. The problems that occur are, the lack of understanding of MSME actors about the importance of digital or technological knowledge and literacy in MSME actors to improve quality human resources, the ineffectiveness of MSME programs in supporting business implementation strategies to increase MSME competitiveness, the lack of understanding of MSME actors in maintaining business sustainability through innovative creation to increase MSME added value. This Community Service activity of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pelita Bangsa University will be carried out online and offline (hybrid), located at Perum Graha Kalimas 2 Blok C No. 20 Tambun, Bekasi Regency, West Java.

Tanjungpinang City in the Riau Islands has tourism potential, but the number of tourists has decreased due to the COVID-19 outbreak and has not fully recovered. The revitalization of Kota Lama Tanjungpinang is one of the efforts to increase tourist attractiveness by involving the active role of the community through network governance. This research aims to understand Network Governance in the development of community-based tourist destinations in Kota Lama Tanjungpinang, as well as its obstacles and success factors. Using a qualitative approach with observation, interviews, and documentation. In conclusion, this study found that coordination between the government, NGOs (Non-Governmental Organization), and the community was effective but not optimal. This research suggests increasing cooperation and coordination between the government and related parties in the development of community-based tourist destinations in Kota Lama Tanjungpinang.    

This research aims to identify the potential of the Paniai Lake ecotourism area as a natural tourist attraction that needs to be improved and developed, because it has very unique natural, socio-cultural and historical conditions. The potential tourist areas in Paniai Lake include Yautogi Hill, Bobaigo Hill and Aikai Pier. The three tourism potentials in the Paniai Lake area have huge opportunities to be developed as tourist destinations. The method used in this research is a qualitative method, namely using interview and observation methods with specific aims and uses. To achieve this goal requires a method that is relevant to the goals to be achieved and includes research procedures and techniques. By using interview and observation methods as well as SWOT analysis to obtain Strengths-Opportunities, Weaknesses-Threats. The results show that the ecotourism potential of the ecotourism area in Paniai Lake includes, Yautogi Hill, Bobaigo Hill, and Aikai Pier, the three tourism potentials in the Paniai Lake area have very large opportunities to be developed as tourist destinations, apart from having potential that can be developed, the third This destination has a very unique history and culture which is a special attraction for the development of the tourism area around Lake Paniai, as well as involving community participation in tourism development around Lake Paniai to improve the economy of the local community.

Effective tourism information management is very important in supporting the promotion of tourist destinations and improving tourist experiences. This article discusses the development of a web-based Tourism Information System using the Agile method. This system is designed to provide comprehensive and real-time information about tourist destinations, including descriptions of places, facilities, event schedules, as well as reviews and ratings from visitors. The Agile method was chosen because of its flexibility which allows system development to be carried out iteratively and incrementally, involving user feedback at each stage of the development cycle. The development process starts from planning, followed by iteration which includes design, development, testing, and review. The conclusion of this research is that the application of the Agile method in developing a web-based Tourism Information System can increase development efficiency and system quality.    

The importance of branding, advertising and selling (BAS) for both tourist attractions and government agencies, one of which is to be able to improve the image and reputation of a tourist attraction or agency so that it can be known by the wider community. Likewise in the tourism sector, the existence of the BAS concept in addition to being able to change and improve the image of the region, advertising activities will have a great impact on the tourism sector such as being able to attract tourists, investors, be known by the public, and increase the number of tourist visits. In the context of tourism marketing, BAS strategy, especially in terms of advertising, plays a decisive role in achieving the goal, namely the accuracy of marketing promotion actions to reach the specified market segment. This can be seen, among other things, from the increase in the number of tourists who buy tourism products or visit marketed destinations. The researcher uses a qualitative descriptive approach because in accordance with the purpose of the research, namely wanting to obtain and describe in depth and thoroughly the BAS promotion strategy in terms of advertising in the development of the tourism industry in Talun District, Cirebon Regency as a tourist destination. Advertising/Advertising in tourist destinations carried out by the Talun District government through social media is very effective and efficient in saving marketing budgets. This program increases public interest in various tourist attractions that can be visited through videos containing natural beauty, tourist attractions, culinary places and information related to the calendar of activities in Talun District which is then uploaded through the website and social media Instagram, blogs, Facebook, and Youtube.

Oceanarium s are popular tourist destinations in Indonesia.  This article discusses digital transformation in designing the latest Oceanarium. The research method involves surveys and observations to 2 major Oceanarium locations in Jakarta, one Oceanarium in Singapore and one in Bangkok's Siam Paragon, to get an overview of operations, and the implementation of digital technology. In addition, this research also integrates the author's experience as a public aquarium designer and for 20 years as a manager in one of the public aquariums in the Jakarta area. The current approach needs to involve the integration of IoT technology for aquatic environment monitoring, smart energy management system. The results show that the implementation of interactive technology in several places can create an interesting and memorable learning experience for visitors. One of the technologies that is interesting and preferred by visitors is the use of hologram technology, visitors can feel the sensation of being in the sea and interact with marine animals in a realistic virtual environment. This enhances their understanding of marine flora and fauna and the importance of preserving the marine environment. This digital transformation not only improves the operational efficiency of the Oceanarium, but also enriches the visitor experience through the application of interactive technology. By implementing this strategy, Oceanarium s in Indonesia are expected to continue to grow, make a positive contribution to the preservation of the marine environment, increase public knowledge of marine biology, and provide a high-quality experience for visitors.

Understanding the Indonesian language plays a crucial role in the tourism sector, especially in tour and travel. Indonesian not only serves as a communication tool but also as a means to convey information, promote culture, and build good relationships between tourism industry players and tourists. Effective communication using Indonesian allows for clear and accurate information delivery about tourist destinations, history, and local culture. This contributes to increased tourist satisfaction, as they gain a more informative and satisfying experience. Additionally, Indonesian helps promote local culture by explaining the meaning behind traditions and customs to tourists, thus enhancing their appreciation of Indonesia's cultural richness. The proper use of Indonesian in tour and travel services also has a positive impact on the local economy by attracting more tourists and increasing revenue from the tourism sector. Satisfied tourists tend to spend more time and money, which contributes to regional economic growth. Indonesian also plays an important role in building good relationships between tourists and local communities, creating a more authentic and meaningful experience for tourists.    

This research aims to analyze tourists' perceptions of the application of the elements of Sapta Pesona and formulate a strategy for developing Sapta Pesona in the Poncokusumo Tourism Village. Sapta Pesona which includes Safe, Orderly, Clean, Cool, Beautiful, Friendly, and Memorable is a concept designed to increase the attraction of tourists to tourist destinations. The research method used was a survey with a questionnaire distributed to tourists visiting the Poncokusumo Tourism Village. The collected data was analyzed quantitatively to evaluate tourists' perceptions of each element of Sapta Pesona. In addition, a QSPM SWOT analysis was carried out on the results of interviews with tourism village managers and community leaders to identify effective development strategies. The results of the research show that tourists' perceptions of the implementation of Sapta Pesona in the Poncokusumo Tourism Village generally give a positive value with a total score of 331.3, including very good characteristics. Analysis carried out using the QSPM Matrix, the market penetration strategy obtained the highest Total Attractive Score (TAS), namely 5.105. Therefore, this strategy is the best choice for the Poncokusumo Tourism Village.

The WO (Weaknesses-Opportunities) strategy focuses on overcoming weaknesses such as limited supporting facilities and lack of promotion by taking advantage of external opportunities such as high interest in religious tourism and promotion through print and digital media. This involves increasing promotion and marketing and developing attractive religious tourism programs. The WT (Weaknesses-Threats) strategy focuses on overcoming internal weaknesses, such as limited supporting facilities and competition from other tourist destinations, by facing external threats, such as cultural values ​​and economic uncertainty changes. This involves investment in developing tourism infrastructure and improving the quality of services at Nyai Brintik Tomb. By implementing these strategies, it is hoped that the potential for religious tourism at the Nyai Brintik Tomb can be optimized effectively, increasing the number of tourist visits, increasing tourism income, and strengthening local cultural identity. Apart from that, the development of religious tourism at the Nyai Brintik Tomb can also contribute to the sustainable development of the Mount Brintik area as a whole by paying attention to aspects of environmental preservation, local economic development and community empowerment. Thus, the Nyai Brintik Tomb has the potential to become one of the leading religious tourism destinations in the city of Semarang, attracting visitors from various groups and providing a memorable and meaningful tourist experience.

Batu City, located in East Java, Indonesia, about 15 km southwest of Malang, is known as a popular tourism city. The rapid development of new tourist destinations has increased the resident population, leading to extensive housing and villa developments. Gauri Akratama Housing in Batu City is one of the residential areas that continues to grow along with the increasing population. As the housing area expands, the growth of impervious surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and buildings reduces natural rainwater infiltration areas, potentially causing serious drainage problems, including flooding, soil erosion, and groundwater pollution. This study aims to determine the design flood discharge and to analyze the influence of the design discharge on the shape and characteristics of the hydrograph curve for 5 year and 20 year return periods. Design flood discharge calculation was carried out after obtaining the design rainfall using the Polygon Thiessen method and Log Pearson Type III distribution. The resulting design rainfall was tested using the Smirnov–Kolmogorov test. Rainfall values that passed the test were then processed using the Mononobe rainfall intensity method and hourly effective rainfall. The analysis method used was the Nakayasu synthetic unit hydrograph (HSS Nakayasu) to obtain the design flood discharge for the specified return periods The results show that the design flood discharge in Gauri Akratama Housing, Batu City, for a 5-year return period is 352.88 m³/s, and for a 20-year return period is 417.16 m³/s. The design discharge influences the shape and characteristics of the hydrograph, which exhibits a near-normal distribution with a peak occurring at the second hour, with a peak ordinate of 6.882.

Medical tourism destinations involve intentional travel by patients to privately receive medical treatment in another country. Empirical evidence regarding the health and safety risks faced by medical tourists is limited. In Indonesia, the ratification of the new 2023 Health Law has been carried out and the contents of the law are related to medical tourism, one of which is the regulation of medical personnel and foreign health workers in Indonesia. Of course, this medical tourism still requires improvement from Indonesia's own health system so that it can be carried out properly. The research method of this paper uses library research by examining the 2023 Health Law and its relation to medical tourism. The results obtained are opportunities in the form of increasing the economy from organizing medical tourism in Indonesia, as well as challenges in the form of improving the quality and equity of access to health facilities in Indonesia and competition between foreign and local medical and health personnel. Opportunities and challenges related to medical tourism, along with some recommendations to related parties, especially the Government through the Ministry of Tourism to make policies that are more comprehensive in making medical tourism a sustainable sector.    

This article discusses the development of health tourism potential through the use of medicines from natural ingredients. Health and wellness have become a major concern of modern society, leading to increased interest in natural treatment alternatives. In this context, this study aims to explore the potential for developing tourist destinations that combine elements of health and natural beauty with the use of traditional medicines derived from natural ingredients. The research method involves surveying the latest literature on the use of natural medicines in the health sector, as well as case studies of several tourist sites that have successfully integrated these aspects. Data analysis was carried out to identify the advantages and challenges in developing health tourism based on natural ingredients, both in terms of health benefits and economic potential. The results of the study show that the use of medicines from natural ingredients in the context of health tourism has the potential to increase tourist attractiveness, promote local culture, and provide alternative treatments that are safer and more sustainable. However, challenges such as regulation of standards, public education and maintenance of natural resources need to be overcome for this development to be sustainable. This article provides insight into the potential and benefits of developing medicine-based health tourism from natural ingredients, as well as presents a holistic view of the relationship between health, nature and local culture in the context of tourism. The practical implication of this research is to provide guidance for stakeholders in planning, managing and promoting health tourism destinations that are sustainable and beneficial to all.

The village is envisioned as a community-driven tourist destination, rooted in the cultural heritage and wisdom of its inhabitants, with the potential to serve as an engine for sustainable economic growth. Presently, the government is formulating a priority program aimed at instilling the principles of sustainable development within the tourism sector, with a specific emphasis on rural areas. These tourist villages are designed to serve as direct platforms for fostering community awareness about the tourism potential inherent in their surroundings, while also embodying the principles of Sapta Pesona within the local environment at tourist destinations. Moreover, they represent crucial partners for local governments, collaborating to realize and enhance tourism opportunities within their respective regions. Geographically, the Keranggan Ecotourism Village benefits from its proximity to the Cisadane river, located not far from the bustling city center of BSD. Blessed with natural beauty and conditions, alongside the livelihoods of numerous residents engaged in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), particularly in producing a variety of chips, the village has become a hub of economic activity. This has led to the emergence of a multitude of MSME actors within sectors such as recreation, food, and homestay accommodations. Collaborative management initiatives, in tandem with several universities, have the potential to drive regional economic growth, while simultaneously preserving the environment and fostering prosperity among the local populace. Spanning across 20 hectares of land, the village is thoughtfully divided into various zones, each catering to different aspects of tourism, including culinary experiences, recreational activities, educational tours, and sports recreation facilities.

The cleanliness of tourist destinations, especially in coastal and beach areas, is a crucial aspect that supports environmental sustainability and visitor comfort. This study analyzes various strategies and best practices for maintaining cleanliness in coastal tourist areas. The research methods used include literature review, field observations, and interviews with tourism managers, visitors, and local communities. The findings indicate that active participation from all stakeholders, including the government, community, and tourists, is essential in maintaining cleanliness. Additionally, environmental education, adequate sanitation facilities, and strict regulation enforcement significantly contribute to the cleanliness of coastal areas. The study concludes that a holistic and collaborative approach is key to preserving the cleanliness and beauty of coastal and beach tourist destinations.  

One service industry that makes a substantial financial contribution to the nation's economy is tourism. The province of Maluku has tourism potential. including a tourist attraction in the town of Larike, which is located in Ambon City, Maluku Province's Central Maluku area. The purpose of this study is to map and assess the use of integrated marketing communication in Larike Village tourism attractions. This kind of study uses qualitative approaches and applied research.

This research is motivated because the tourist destination Lawang Agam Regency has a very high tourism potential due to natural factors that are very supportive for tourism. The purpose of this study is to analyze destination image, place attachment, and revisit intention in Lawang tourist destinations in Agam Regency. This study uses a type of causal associative research or cause-and-effect relationship because it uses quantitative methods. Data is obtained by dividing the survey results to research respondents. The destination image variable gets an average value of 4.19 with good criteria, a sample mean value of 0.848, a t-statistic value of 15.639 greater than 1.96 and a p-value of 0.000 less than 0.05. The place attachment variable obtained an average value of 3.81 with good criteria, a sample mean value of 0.196, a t-statistic value of 2.696 greater than 1.96 and a p-value of 0.007 smaller than 0.05. The average revisit intention variable was 4.13 with good criteria, Therefore, H1, H2, and H3 were accepted because of the positive and significant effects of destination image with revisit intention, place attachment with revisit intention, and place attachment variables moderating the relationship between destination image and revisit intention.

This research discusses the development of tourism in Aik Berik Village, which is located in North Batukliang District, Central Lombok Regency, with a focus on Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu Waterfalls as superior tourist attractions. Tourism in this village has a significant impact on the local community's economy, where this tourism is able to create new jobs for the community. Through community empowerment strategies such as training and digital promotion, local communities play an important role in the management and promotion of tourist destinations. However, the development of this tourism still experiences several challenges in the promotion and accessibility of other destinations. around the Mosquito Net Yarn. In the research carried out, the research used qualitative methods using an approach in the form of case studies, collecting data obtained by interviews, observation and documentation. This research also uses techniques to determine informants using purposive sampling. The main informant is the mosquito net tourism manager, the key informants are tourist motorbike taxi drivers, traders and parking attendants, and the supporting informants are tourists. The data analysis technique used is data reduction. The research results show that active community participation and cooperation between various parties have opened up new economic opportunities and improved community welfare.