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Nagari Pandam Gadang is a village in Gunuang Omeh District, Lima Puluh Kota Regency, West Sumatra Province, with an area of 64.00 km² and a population of approximately 5,058. This article aims to present a comprehensive profile of the village, covering aspects of geography, history, public facilities, tourism potential, and the economic conditions of the community. The data in this article is compiled based on the Administrative Map created by KKN students from Padang State University in 2026, supported by field observations and related literature sources. Geographically, this village has a potential natural landscape for the development of the agricultural and tourism sectors. From a historical perspective, Nagari Pandam Gadang is known as the birthplace of national hero Ibrahim Datuk Tan Malaka. In addition, this village has natural tourism potential such as the Many Fish Tourism and the Lotus Cave, which have not been optimally managed. The community's economic condition is still dominated by the traditional agricultural sector. Therefore, an integrated development strategy is needed to improve community welfare through the sustainable utilization of local potential based on local wisdom.

This study examines the tourism development strategy to increase Local Original Revenue (PAD) in Bulukumba Regency, South Sulawesi. Despite having significant tourism potential, such as Bira Beach and the Pinisi shipbuilding tradition, the contribution of the tourism sector to PAD remains fluctuating and has not been fully optimized. Therefore, this study aims to formulate an effective and targeted tourism development strategy. The research employs a quantitative descriptive approach using observation, Likert-scale questionnaires, and documentation, with data analyzed through SWOT analysis, IFAS-EFAS matrices, and the Grand Strategy Matrix. The findings indicate that the tourism sector has strong internal strengths (5,09) and significant external opportunities (4,99), exceeding its weaknesses (4,56) and threats (3,95), placing it in Quadrant I (aggressive strategy). The results suggest that the most appropriate strategy is the SO (Strengths-Opportunities) strategy, which focuses on optimizing tourism potential, enhancing digital promotion, strengthening cultural-based tourism, and expanding investment in infrastructure. The study concludes that implementing an aggressive and integrated strategy can improve the tourism sector’s contribution to PAD and support regional economic development. These findings highlight the importance of aligning tourism potential with strategic planning to achieve sustainable fiscal growth.

Minang Rua Beach in South Lampung possesses significant tourism potential that has not been optimally utilized, primarily due to the lack of creative promotional events and limited community skills in event management. This community service aimed to enhance the capacity of the local Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) and youth in designing, managing, and promoting tourism events effectively. The method employed was a participatory training approach that included lectures, discussions, and hands-on practice covering creative event design, logistics management, budgeting (RAB), and digital promotion strategies. The training activities were met with high enthusiasm and active participation from the community members. The participants gained new, practical knowledge and skills in event planning and promotion, as demonstrated by their active engagement during interactive sessions and simulations. The improved capacity of the local community is expected to foster the independent and sustainable organization of creative events, thereby enhancing the destination's attractiveness and increasing tourist visits. Event Training, Tourism Promotion, Community Empowerment, Tourism Village, Minang Rua Beach.

This study is motivated by the tourism potential of Tamsar 27 in Bengkelang Village, Bandar Pusaka Sub-district, Aceh Tamiang Regency, which offers clear river streams, scenic natural landscapes, and a peaceful rural atmosphere, yet has not been optimally managed to improve the local economy. The purpose of this research is to analyze strategies for community-based tourism management to enhance local welfare. The research employs a qualitative descriptive approach, using field observations, interviews, and documentation as data-collection techniques. Data were analyzed through reduction, presentation, and conclusion-drawing stages. The results reveal five main strategies for improving community economy through tourism management at Tamsar 27: (1) improving tourism infrastructure; (2) empowering local communities through training in tourism management and entrepreneurship; (3) diversifying tourism-related businesses such as homestays and local specialty products; (4) optimizing digital promotion; and (5) strengthening partnerships among the village government, village-owned enterprises (BUMDes), and private sectors to ensure sustainable tourism development. The implications of this study demonstrate that applying the principles of community-based tourism and empowerment theory provides an effective foundation for developing sustainable rural tourism destinations while simultaneously enhancing local income and community self-reliance.  

This Real Work Lecture (KKN) activity was carried out in Kampung Tua Teluk Mata Ikan, Batam, with the aim of making a real contribution to the community through two main programs, namely the development of digital marketing for Ujung Beach tourist destinations and the implementation of social service activities at the Al-Kahfi Foundation. The problems faced by partners are the lack of digital promotion strategies for tourism potential and the limited support of adequate social facilities at the foundation. To overcome these problems, this service activity uses field observation methods, digital marketing training, mutual cooperation on environmental cleanliness, and socialization to the community and foundation administrators. The training includes social media content creation, digital account management, and internet-based marketing strategies to increase the attractiveness of Ujung Beach as a local tourist destination. In addition, social activities are carried out through joint community service, provision of basic needs assistance, and clean environment education. The results of the implementation of this program show an increase in public awareness of the importance of using digital technology for tourism promotion, as well as the creation of a cleaner, neater, and more comfortable social environment. The enthusiasm of the community and the foundation showed a positive response to this activity, which contributed to strengthening the socio-economic capacity of the residents. Overall, this KKN program not only provides a short-term impact in the form of improving skills and environmental cleanliness, but also encourages the sustainability of local tourism development and community empowerment. The active involvement of students in the planning and evaluation process also strengthens the spirit of collaboration and social concern which is the main basis of this service activity.

This community service activity was organized by a team of lecturers from the Department of S1 Accounting, Gorontalo State University in 2024 in Botutunuo Village, Kabila Bone District, Bone Bolango Regency, Gorontalo Province as a form of implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. This coastal village, which is located in the Tomini Bay area and has tourism potential, faces obstacles in the management of culinary businesses owned by the local community. The main problem of partners is low professionalism in business management and suboptimal bookkeeping administration. This activity aims to increase the knowledge and ability of MSME actors in implementing cost accounting for controlling and reporting production costs. The program is carried out in four stages: location survey, material socialization, technical assistance in calculating the cost of production, and monitoring and evaluation of implementation results. The results of the service showed that 75% of the participants understood the material well and welcomed the sustainability of the mentoring. This activity makes a positive contribution to improving the competence of culinary business actors in coastal tourism areas through the application of cost accounting.   

This study aims to map the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of each village within Awangpone Subdistrict to formulate a strategic model for enhancing the local economy in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030. Employing a qualitative field research design, the study integrates interdisciplinary, theological, and development economics approaches. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, direct observation, and documentation. The analysis follows Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, encompassing data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The SWOT analysis reveals that the coordinates fall within Quadrant I, indicating that strengths outweigh weaknesses and opportunities surpass threats. Accordingly, the recommended strategy is the Strength-Opportunity (S-O) approach, which emphasizes leveraging internal strengths to capitalize on external opportunities. This strategy is deemed most effective for stimulating local economic growth and accelerating SDG achievement. Internal constraints identified include underutilized tourism potential and limited access to sharia-compliant financing mechanisms. External threats comprise weak partnership collaborations and limited foreign investment engagement. While several SDG targets—such as education and community participation—have shown promising progress, others remain underdeveloped, particularly in infrastructure development and equitable access to justice for rural populations. The findings underscore the importance of context-sensitive, multi-sectoral strategies that integrate local wisdom, theological values, and economic principles. The proposed strategic model offers a practical roadmap for village-level economic empowerment, contributing to inclusive and sustainable development. This research provides actionable insights for policymakers, development practitioners, and local stakeholders seeking to optimize village potential and foster resilience in rural economies.

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.

This community empowerment activity was carried out in Kassi Village, Rumbia District, Jeneponto Regency. Kassi Village is located in a highland area and has agricultural and plantation land that includes secondary crops and horticulture. Kassi Village also has attractive tourism potential and an art studio that showcases various traditional dances. This wealth of resources supports the growth of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kassi Village, with 89 MSEs recorded in 2022. However, this abundance of natural potential has not yet contributed significantly to the MSEs, which tend to remain stagnant. To address this issue, the Tim PKM provided optimization services for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) through a business workshop program. The method used in this community empowerment effort is a capacity building method with a participatory approach. The results of this activity showed that the problems faced by business actors were effectively resolved through intensive training and the formation of the Baji Kassi Community to optimize the performance of MSEs in Kassi Village by providing consultation services.

This community empowerment activity was carried out in Kassi Village, Rumbia District, Jeneponto Regency. Kassi Village is located in a highland area and has agricultural and plantation land that includes secondary crops and horticulture. Kassi Village also has attractive tourism potential and an art studio that showcases various traditional dances. This wealth of resources supports the growth of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kassi Village, with 89 MSEs recorded in 2022. However, this abundance of natural potential has not yet contributed significantly to the MSEs, which tend to remain stagnant. To address this issue, the Tim PKM provided optimization services for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) through a business workshop program. The method used in this community empowerment effort is a capacity building method with a participatory approach. The results of this activity showed that the problems faced by business actors were effectively resolved through intensive training and the formation of the Baji Kassi Community to optimize the performance of MSEs in Kassi Village by providing consultation services.

This community empowerment activity was carried out in Kassi Village, Rumbia District, Jeneponto Regency. Kassi Village is located in a highland area and has agricultural and plantation land that includes secondary crops and horticulture. Kassi Village also has attractive tourism potential and an art studio that showcases various traditional dances. This wealth of resources supports the growth of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kassi Village, with 89 MSEs recorded in 2022. However, this abundance of natural potential has not yet contributed significantly to the MSEs, which tend to remain stagnant. To address this issue, the Tim PKM provided optimization services for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) through a business workshop program. The method used in this community empowerment effort is a capacity building method with a participatory approach. The results of this activity showed that the problems faced by business actors were effectively resolved through intensive training and the formation of the Baji Kassi Community to optimize the performance of MSEs in Kassi Village by providing consultation services.

This study aims to estimate the economic value of the Trokon River in Rejang Lebong Regency as a natural resource with both ecotourism potential and essential ecological functions. The research applies the Contingent Valuation Method (CVM) using a Willingness to Pay (WTP) approach to determine how much visitors and local residents are willing to contribute to the conservation of the river. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 100 respondents, consisting of tourists and local community members. The results show that the average WTP is IDR 12,000 per visit, with a total estimated economic value of IDR 60,000,000 per year. Significant factors influencing WTP include income level, frequency of visits, and environmental awareness. These findings indicate that the Trokon River holds considerable economic value that should be integrated into community-based conservation management. The study recommends implementing a voluntary conservation fee system and strengthening local institutions to support sustainable management.

The tour guide training is conducted as part of the Community Service program by lecturers from Universitas Terbuka Daerah Samarinda in collaboration with the National Capital Authority (IKN). This training is a key component to enhance the quality of tourism services in Wonosari Village, Sepaku District, Panajam Paser Utara Regency, which has excellent tourism potential and a strategic location as a pillar of IKN development. The main goal of this training is to strengthen the capacity and skills of participants in providing professional and high-standard tourism services. The tour guide training is attended by 25 young tourism enthusiasts from Wonosari Village and surrounding areas. They receive training materials and conduct practical guiding activities, accompanied by trained instructors over a three-day period. Through this training, it is expected to create a satisfying tourism experience for visitors, which in turn will encourage sustainable tourism development in the village.

The tour guide training is conducted as part of the Community Service program by lecturers from Universitas Terbuka Daerah Samarinda in collaboration with the National Capital Authority (IKN). This training is a key component to enhance the quality of tourism services in Wonosari Village, Sepaku District, Panajam Paser Utara Regency, which has excellent tourism potential and a strategic location as a pillar of IKN development. The main goal of this training is to strengthen the capacity and skills of participants in providing professional and high-standard tourism services. The tour guide training is attended by 25 young tourism enthusiasts from Wonosari Village and surrounding areas. They receive training materials and conduct practical guiding activities, accompanied by trained instructors over a three-day period. Through this training, it is expected to create a satisfying tourism experience for visitors, which in turn will encourage sustainable tourism development in the village.

Bali Province is a world-renowned tourism destination that significantly contributes to the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) of the region. However, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a severe economic downturn, causing negative economic growth. This study aims to examine the simultaneous and partial effects of tourist visits, local revenue (PAD), and investment on the GRDP of Bali Province. The research utilizes secondary data from nine regencies/cities in Bali over a six-year period (2018–2023). Data analysis is conducted using panel data regression with the Eviews 12 software. The results indicate that tourist visits, PAD, and investment collectively influence the GRDP of Bali Province. Partially, tourist visits and PAD have a positive and significant impact on GRDP, while investment has a negative but insignificant effect. The findings suggest that optimizing tourism potential, improving infrastructure, maximizing the potential of each region to increase local revenue, and exploring investment opportunities beyond the tourism sector—while supporting both domestic and foreign investment are essential to boosting Bali’s GRDP.

This community service program aims to assist Deppa Tori’ business actors in optimizing production and financial management in order to improve the quality, capacity, and sustainability of their business. The methods used in this program include training, direct assistance, and implementation of more efficient production strategies and more systematic financial records. In addition, this program also prioritizes branding and marketing aspects that are in line with local tourism potential, so that Deppa Tori’ can be better known as a typical souvenir that supports the tourism industry in the Toraja area. The expected results of this activity are increased production efficiency, better product quality standards, and a more organized financial system for Deppa Tori’ business actors. Thus, MSMEs can develop more professionally and contribute to strengthening the local creative economy and tourism sectors.

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 study aims to analyze the strategies for developing the tourism industry in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, which is one of the main tourist destinations in Indonesia. The background of this research is based on the significant potential of the tourism sector to support regional economic growth through increased revenue from taxes and levies. However, the tourism industry in Yogyakarta faces various challenges, including global competition and changing tourist behaviors. Utilizing qualitative methods and Miles and Huberman's data analysis model, this research collects information from various literature sources to identify strategies that can enhance competitiveness and sustainability in the tourism sector. The findings indicate the necessity of collaboration between the government, local communities, and the private sector to optimize tourism potential and improve service quality to attract more visitors.

Tourism is one of the key sectors in driving regional economic growth. The potential of tourism attractions contributes to local community income and Regional Original Revenue (PAD) through tourism development. Central Tapanuli Regency has significant tourism potential that can be optimally managed to enhance PAD.This study aims to examine the extent to which the tourism sector contributes to increasing PAD and boosting the local economy in Central Tapanuli Regency. The research employs a quantitative approach using OLS regression analysis based on secondary data collected from the Central Bureau of Statistics of Central Tapanuli Regency from 2014 to 2023.The findings indicate a positive relationship between tourist visits, both domestic and international, and PAD. However, hotel occupancy rates show a negative correlation with PAD. Interestingly, this study highlights that hotel occupancy rates have a negative relationship with PAD. This finding suggests that the government needs to pay attention to factors affecting hotel occupancy rates, such as changing tourism trends and management leakage.The implementation of this research emphasizes the need for policy evaluation and enhanced supervision of hotel occupancy rates.

The construction of the pier at Pasir Kuning Beach, Tempilang, West Bangka Regency, Bangka Belitung Islands, aims to improve access and facilities for visitors. The beach is famous for its yellow sand beauty and distinctive cultural attractions, such as the tradition of the Ketupat War. The planned pier will support tourism activities by providing facilities for tourist boats and improving safety in shipping. This study evaluates the technical and topographic aspects needed to determine the most appropriate location of the pier. By taking into account factors such as tides, waves, and currents, the optimal location for the construction of the pier was successfully identified. This study uses a quantitative descriptive method with secondary data collection and financial analysis involving parameters such as Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Benefit Cost Ratio (BCR), and Payback Period (PP). The results of the analysis show that this project is financially feasible, with an NPV of IDR 2,664,366,232.32 (10% discount) and IDR 1,583,944,003.86 (15% discount), IRR of 13.1%, BCR of 1.4, and a payback time of 2.8 years. In addition, the project is expected to boost local economic growth through increasing the number of tourists and promoting local culture. Overall, this initiative not only focuses on the development of physical infrastructure but also on the development of tourism potential and the preservation of local culture, thus providing long-term benefits to the surrounding community.