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Strengthening the Competence of Community-Based Water Tourism Guides to Support Sustainable Tourism purwahita, Anak Agung Ayu Ribeka Martha; Akbar, Auzan Tawadlu; Sumardani, Rizki
Jurnal Pariwisata Nusantara (JUWITA) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Pariwisata Nusantara
Publisher : PROGRAM STUDI PARIWISATA SYARAH, FAKULTAS EKONOMI DAN BISNIS ISLAM, UNIVERSITAS ISLAM NEGERI MATARAM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20414/juwita.v5i1.15409

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Purpose: This study aims to analyze the strengthening of human resource competencies among community-based water tourism guides in supporting sustainable tourism. It focuses on the strategic role of guides in ensuring visitor safety, environmental preservation, and enhancing the welfare of local communities within the framework of community-based tourism. Method: This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive design. The study was conducted in a community-based water tourism destination. Data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews with water tourism guides, destination managers, and relevant stakeholders, as well as document analysis. The data were analyzed using qualitative descriptive techniques, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, to obtain a comprehensive understanding of guide competencies and the strategies implemented to enhance them. Result: The findings reveal that strengthening the competencies of water tourism guides must be conducted continuously through structured education, training, and standardized certification. Key competency areas requiring improvement include technical skills, occupational health and safety, and interpersonal abilities. Additionally, active community involvement in tourism management contributes to improved service quality, reduced accident risks, and stronger sustainability outcomes, while also generating economic benefits for local communities. Contribution: This study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on sustainable and community-based tourism by highlighting the critical role of human resource competency development in high-risk tourism activities. It provides practical insights for policymakers, destination managers, and training institutions to design more effective capacity-building programs. Furthermore, the findings offer a framework for integrating safety, sustainability, and community empowerment, thereby supporting the long-term development of water tourism destinations.
A Comparative Study of Community-Based Tourism Models and Environmental Outcomes in West Sumatra Hibatullah, Naufal; Sumardani, Rizki; Khairunnisa, Ayang
Metta : Jurnal Ilmu Multidisiplin Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Article in Press
Publisher : Jayapangus Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37329/metta.v6i2.5347

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This study aims to analyze the implementation of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) in tourist destinations in West Sumatra and assess its impact on environmental conservation, local economic dynamics, and community resilience to climate change. There is a fundamental research gap in the study of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) in West Sumatra, namely the absence of an approach that simultaneously integrates environmental conservation, climate change mitigation, and local economic dynamics into one comprehensive framework. This study also identifies the key success factors and major obstacles in CBT management from the perspectives of communities, tourism stakeholders, and government institutions. The research method employs a qualitative approach using a comparative case study design across several community-based destinations in West Sumatra. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, field observations, focus group discussions (FGDs), and analysis of policy documents and destination management reports. Research informants were selected using purposive sampling, involving destination managers, tourism awareness groups, MSME operators, local governments, and community leaders. The Research findings indicate that the implementation of CBT in West Sumatra still shows variations in community participation levels, the institutional capacity of local villages, and the quality of destination management. Several destinations have demonstrated success in enhancing local economic empowerment, strengthening cultural identity, and promoting environmental conservation practices through community education and participation. However, various challenges remain, such as limited human resource capacity, weak inter-institutional coordination, unequal distribution of economic benefits, and pressure on ecosystems due to increased tourism activities.