West Science Social and Humanities Studies
Vol. 2 No. 10 (2024): West Science Social and Humanities Studies

The Influence of Sustainable Tourism Certification, Local Community Awareness, and Product Innovation on the Reputation of Destinations in Yogyakarta

Farida Akbarina (Politeknik Negeri Malang)
Heni Widyaningsih (Universitas Negeri Jakarta)
Ery Sugito (Fakultas Teknik, Universitas Ibnu Sina)
Ainil Mardiah (Prodi Kewirausahaan, Universitas Adzkia)
Rini Fitrianingrum (STIE Triguna Tangerang)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Oct 2024

Abstract

This study examines the influence of sustainable tourism certification, local community awareness, and product innovation on the destination reputation of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 270 respondents representing tourists, local residents, and tourism service providers, and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS 3). The results reveal that all three factors significantly and positively impact Yogyakarta’s destination reputation. Sustainable tourism certification enhances the image of the destination, while local community awareness fosters support for sustainable practices. Additionally, product innovation contributes to the competitiveness and attractiveness of Yogyakarta by offering unique and sustainable tourism experiences. These findings highlight the importance of integrating sustainability, community engagement, and innovation to build and maintain a strong destination reputation. Practical implications for tourism stakeholders and policymakers in Yogyakarta are discussed.

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wsshs

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Subject

Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Public Health Social Sciences

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West Science Social and Humanities Studies is an academic journal that focuses on interdisciplinary research in the fields of social science, science, and humanities studies. The journal aims to present high-quality articles that make significant contributions to our understanding of society, ...