<![CDATA[This study describes visitor characteristics and reported expenditure at tourism sites in Tapin Regency and develops preliminary options for destination management. Administrative arrival figures provide limited information about consumption across Tapin’s religious and recreational sites. A descriptive quantitative survey covered 65 respondents selected through purposive sampling in 2025, supported by field observation, documentation, and stakeholder discussions. The analysis uses descriptive summaries and reporting consistency checks. Of the respondents, 44 visited religious tombs, 15 recreational attractions, four places of worship, and two natural attractions. Religious sites therefore accounted for 73.85% of the sample. The reported average visit duration was five hours and twenty minutes, and approximately 5% stayed overnight. Reported expenditure components included transportation, food and beverages, accommodation, shopping, souvenirs, and entertainment. However, inconsistent totals and unspecified denominators prevent a defensible estimate of mean expenditure per person or category shares. Cash payments accounted for approximately 85%, while word of mouth supplied 60% of souvenir information. These findings support small-scale trials of group-oriented food services, product information, and suitable payment options. The study contributes a context-specific distinction between destination use, expenditure participation, and local revenue capture. Its non-probability sample does not support population generalization, causal identification, or annual economic impact estimates; proposed strategies require further testing before wider implementation.]]>
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