Brilliant International Journal of Management and Tourism
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): October: Brilliant International Journal Of Management And Tourism

Perceptions of Experience and Tourist Loyalty Towards the Attractions of Sawah Lukis Binjai: A Phenomenological Study From A Destination Marketing Perspective

Widya Octovia Rini Simanjuntak (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study aims to explore in depth how tourists interpret their experiences when visiting Sawah Lukis Binjai and how these experiences contribute to the formation of loyalty to the destination. Using a phenomenological approach, the study relies on personal narratives obtained through in-depth interviews and participant observation to reveal a more authentic understanding of the tourism experience. The results show that Sawah Lukis is not merely viewed as an ordinary tourist attraction, but as a space capable of evoking emotional attachment, cultural appreciation, and spiritual reflection for visitors. The visual beauty, interactive activities, the tranquil rural atmosphere, and warm social interactions contribute significantly to shaping the destination's positive image. Authentic and personally meaningful experiences encourage tourists' desire to revisit and foster an intrinsic drive to recommend the destination to others. Thus, tourism experiences are a crucial element in designing sustainable and value-oriented destination marketing strategies.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

BIJMT

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

BIJMT : Brilliant International Journal Of Management And Tourism is published three times a year, in February, June and October by Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen. This journal is SINTA 5 accredited (Decree of the Director General of Higher Education, Research and Technology Number ...