Jurnal Budaya, Pariwisata, dan Ekonomi Kreatif
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): PANUNTUN (Jurnal Budaya, Pariwisata, dan Ekonomi Kreatif)

Peran Mahasiswa Pariwisata Dalam Pengembangan Destinasi Wisata Air Terjun Batu Manarus Kecamatan Pahae Julu

Rut Irmawati Gultom (Akademi Pariwisata ULCLA)
Benny Siringoringo (Akademi Pariwisata ULCLA)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of tourism students in the development of the Batu Manarus Waterfall tourist destination in Pahae Julu District. The research employs a qualitative approach using a descriptive method. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving students, destination managers, local government officials, the Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis), and the local community. The findings indicate that students play strategic roles as innovators, facilitators, promoters, and conservation agents. As innovators, students generate creative ideas for tourism product development and digital promotion. As facilitators, they bridge collaboration among the community, the government, and destination managers through mentoring and educational activities. As promoters, students utilize social media and various communication channels to enhance the image and appeal of Batu Manarus Waterfall. As conservation agents, they contribute to environmental preservation and raise public awareness regarding the importance of sustainable tourism.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

panuntun

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

PANUNTUN (Jurnal Budaya, Pariwisata, dan Ekonomi Kreatif) is a journal that examines tourism policy, creative tourism, sustainable tourism, tourism management and organization, travel and tourism, leisure and recreation. and other disciplines, such as tourism sociology, tourism anthropology, tourism ...