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Exploring hydrotourism: Health and wellbeing Ernawati, Ni Made; Mudana, I Gede; Sari, Putu Yunita Wacana; Indrawati, Yayu; Pamularsih, Tyas Raharjeng
Journal of Commerce, Management, and Tourism Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Aug 2025
Publisher : YAYASAN MITRA PERSADA NUSANTARA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58881/jcmts.v4i2.365

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This emic study presents literature research of qualitative study on hydrotourism - health and wellness focusing on the practices and the uniqueness of the product offering around the globe highlighted with hydrotourism - health and wellness offered in Bali Indonesia. The findings show hydrotourism as a generic name represents three types of leisure and tourism products: water for sport, health and wellness, and for panoramic viewing experience. The current well developed and highly innovative products of hydrotourism - health and wellness around the world which could create a strong allegiance to particular destinations, has been known since the nomadic era. Bali offers high quality and variety of spa products that often offered by hotels or independents spa–establishment; it is noted that hydro for spiritual purification of ‘melukat-ritual’ is highly popular among tourists and become a substantial hydro product offer which is rooted from Hindu practice. Hydrotourism - health and wellness offer high variety and each with unique selling proposition. Hydrotourism – health and wellness could be in the form of bathing, spiritual purification, healing and rejuvenation, medication to relieve pain, detoxification and skin beauty, and a more complex spiritual ceremony of forging the endurance of body and mind; during the process, it could utilize various materials to assist healing, e.g. stone and herbs, or leveraging extreme temperature of warm and cold, often combined with yoga practice and meditation, also consuming healthy and whole food during the program; it could be an exclusive and luxurious for the rich, spa and wellness products for travelers, or simply public bathing where children and people could go to refresh; it could be well facilitated spa establishments with prime service or simply public baths, natural spring and thermal baths managed by local community. Indonesia considers spa services as traditional health services rather than entertainment.
Bhumi Sangtu Ubud Bali: A Sustainable Guest House Development Globally Oriented Locally Contextualized Wiryani, Ni Nyoman Sri; Ernawati, Ni Made; Oka, I Made Darma; Arjana, I Wayan Basi
International Journal of Science and Society Vol 7 No 3 (2025): International Journal of Science and Society (IJSOC)
Publisher : GoAcademica Research & Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54783/ijsoc.v7i3.1484

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This article presents a sustainable boutique hotel development located in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. This boutique hotel marketed as Bhumi Sangtu Resort Ubud was built in 2023-2024. Given the many accommodations available and have mushroomed recently in Kedewatan village, Ubud, it is very important for this property to have its own value and uniqueness; implementing sustainable tourism values and principles is opted as a competitive advantage which is applied from the construction stage up to its operation. ​​ Data collection techniques used in this research included observation, documentation studies, and focus group discussions. The development of Bhumi Sangtu Resort Ubud used POAC management of planning, organizing, actuating and controlling, each stage of development integrating the concepts of sustainable tourism including three pillars of sustainability: economic, social-cultural, as well as environment. Pertinent to the guest house development, the controlling stage was carried out by monitoring the project throughout the development process, until few months after the guest house is launched.
The ROOM REDEVELOPMENT TO ENHANCE ROOM QUALITY AND INCREASE OCCUPANCY RATES IN VILLA KAYU RAJA, BALI Forida Ayu Herini; Oka, I Made Darma; Ni Made Ernawati
Jurnal Pariwisata Budaya: Jurnal Ilmiah Pariwisata Agama dan Budaya Vol 10 No 2 (2025): Volume 10 No 2
Publisher : UHN IGB Sugriwa Denpasar

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This research aims to assess the room redevelopment project at Villa Kayu Raja, focusing on enhancing room quality and increasing occupancy rates and design an applicable model for redevelopment projects in similar hospitality setting. The study employs a Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) based approach (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing) supported by theories in Project Success Criteria and Room Occupancy. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, the data was collected through observation, in-depth interviews with eight key informants from the Heads of Department (HOD), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) involving six operational department heads, and comprehensive document studies. The room redevelopment project at Villa Kayu Raja was implemented using the PMBOK process cycle and driven by both internal inputs from the MOD checklist and external guest feedback. The redevelopment significantly improved room quality and the overall guest experience. Key enhancements included modernized furnishings, upgraded bathroom facilities, improved lighting, and the incorporation of aesthetic design elements, all of which contributed to more positive guest perceptions. Operational benefits were also observed, including increased maintenance efficiency, more streamlined housekeeping processes, and a reduction in guest complaints. Occupancy data analysis indicated a notable post project increase of 93.92%, particularly among Free Independent Travellers (FITs), highlighting a strong correlation between room upgrades and market appeal. Furthermore, guest reviews across major Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) reflected higher ratings and frequent mentions of comfort, cleanliness, and interior design as standout features following the redevelopment. These findings support the application of an operational management cycle model in similar redevelopment initiatives. This study contributes and provide practical insights and valuable applied knowledge to the field of hospitality industry, particularly on how strategic room redevelopment projects enhance room quality and increase occupancy rates in similar villa properties.
Developing Ekasari as a Sustainable Tourism Village Ernawati, Ni Made; Sanjiwani, I Gusti Agung Mirah; Arjana, I Wayan Basi; Mudana, I Gede
Bali Membangun Bali: Jurnal Bappeda Litbang Vol 5 No 1 (2024): April 2024
Publisher : Badan Riset dan Inovasi Daerah Provinsi Bali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51172/jbmb.v5i1.334

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Purpose: Ekasari Tourism Village in Melaya District, Jembrana Regency, has potential to conduct sustainable tourism. This research is to increase public understanding about sustainable tourism, to improve the ability of village managers in implementing a financial recording system, and to increase the application of digital marketing to managers of the Ekasari Tourism Village. Research methods: This qualitative research is an applied research, with data collection techniques in the form of participant-observation, interviews, and document study. The data found was then analyzed using interactive techniques consisting of data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. Results and discussion: The service activities and this research went well, marked by an increase in participants' understanding of the importance of sustainable tourism in the village as well as an increase in digital marketing skills and the use of financial recording systems. Implication: This research directly has a positive impact on participants, especially village managers and Pokdarwis in operational activities and efforts to develop the village towards a sustainable tourism village.
Epifauna pada Ekosistem Mangrove di Kawasan Taman Hutan Raya Ngurah Rai, Bali  Girsang, Lestari Meliana; Pertami, Nyoman Dati; Ernawati, Ni Made
Biota : Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu-Ilmu Hayati Vol 8, No 2 (2023): June 2023
Publisher : Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24002/biota.v8i2.6333

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Epifauna merupakan makrozoobentos yang hidup di permukaan sedimen perairan atau menempel pada berbagai substrat perairan maupun pada organisme lain. Salah satu kawasan perairan yang sering dijadikan habitat oleh epifauna adalah ekosistem mangrove. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui jenis dan kelimpahan epifauna, jenis dan kerapatan mangrove, serta kondisi lingkungan (air dan substrat) pada ekosistem mangrove di Tahura Ngurah Rai, Bali. Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan metode Purposive Random Sampling dengan transek berpetak. Jenis epifauna yang ditemukan di Tahura Ngurah Rai, Bali terdiri dari 15 jenis (Terebralia sulcata, Nerita planospira, Cerithidea quoyii, Telescopium tellescopium, Littoraria lutea, Littoraria scabra, Littoraria carinifera, Littoraria pallescens, Pila ampullaceal, Nerita melanotragus, Cassidula nucleus, Austruca triangularis, Littorina undulate, Chricoreus capucinus, dan Pirenella alata) dengan kelimpahan berkisar antara 0,06-14,10 ind/m2 dan kelimpahan relatif berkisar antara 0% – 53%. Terdapat tujuh jenis mangrove yang ditemukan yaitu Rhizophora mucronata, Rhizophora apiculata, Bruguiera gymnorrhiza, Sonneratia alba, Xylocarpus moluccensis, Xylocarpus granatum, dan Lumnitzera racemose dengan kerapatan berkisar 200 – 3267 tegakan/ha. Lingkungan pada daerah penelitian menunjukan kondisi normal dan mendukung bagi pertumbuhan epifauna dan mangrove di Tahura Ngurah Rai Rai, Bali. 
Co-Authors Abd. Rahman As-syakur Ade Angelia Atmanegara Sinaga Alferd Y. Ko'ou Ambariyanto Ambariyanto Anak Agung Ayu Ngurah Harmini Angelina Juniarta Panjaitan Astriani, Ni Luh Ayu Gita Ayu Putu Wiweka Krisna Dewi, Ayu Putu Wiweka Krisna Bunga Divia Arimbi Cantin, Emma Daniel Tri Lakona Sinamo Desak Made Goldyna Rarasari Devi Ulinuha Diah Permata Wijayanti Dimas Hafidh Nugroho Felicia Augustine Fikri Huda Falah Florentina Gultom Forida Ayu Herini Gagah Gumelar Wicaksono Gde Raka Angga Kartika Girsang, Lestari Meliana Hanna Santika Tinambunan Hapsari Mahatmi I Dewa Made Cipta Santosa I Gede Mudana I Gede Nyoman Suta Waisnawa I Gst Lanang Made Purwita I Gusti Agung Mas Krisna Komala Sari I Gusti Ayu Nurtirtawaty I Ketut Suja I Ketut Suparta I Ketut Sutama I Komang Dianto I Made Darma Oka, I Made Darma I Made Sara Wijana I Nyoman Meirejeki I Putu Anggra Weda I Putu Subali Adi Putra I Wayan Arthana I Wayan Arthana I Wayan Basi Arjana, I Wayan Basi I Wayan Restu Ibnu Fajar Ida Ayu Elistyawati Ima Yudha Perwira Julihartadi, I Gede Dwian Kadek Budiasa Lien Darlina Made Ayu Pratiwi Mayang Utami Miftachudin Syaiful Ma'ruf Muhammad Sholihin Mu’alimah Hudatwi Ni Luh Putu Sri Sartika Wati Ni Luh Watiniasih Ni Made Nitha Balistha Ni Made Rai Sukmawati Ni Nyoman Triyuni Ni Putu Putri Wijayanti Ni Putu Shinta Sainitha Dewi Ni Putu Somawati Ni Putu Wira Argiantini Ni Wayan Budi Purnama Dewi Ni Wayan Ernawati Ni Wayan Wahyu Astuti Nopita Sari Nadapdap Novita Wulandari Nyoman Dati Pertami Pamularsih, Tyas Raharjeng Pande Adhitya Prabhuwinata Pande Gde Sasmita Julyantoro Pande Kadek Ari Iswari Pertami, Nyoman Dati Puji Eka Purnama Putu Yunita Wacana Sari Rahayuda, Putu Gilang Rifaldus Dani Sanjiwani, I Gusti Agung Mirah Saraswati, Ni Luh Gede Rai Ayu Sari, Putu Yunita Wacana Shintani Asri Tinambunan Taradhipa, I Gusti Agung Dwikhy Oka Wiryani, Ni Nyoman Sri Wulandari, Ni Komang Putri Yayu Indrawati