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Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies
Published by Universitas Brawijaya
ISSN : 23553979     EISSN : 23381647     DOI : https://10.21776/ub.jitode
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Studies is an interdisciplinary journal to assess the development of tourism. This journal also examines the phenomenon of unique interrelation about tourism activities, community development, and environmental sustainability, with the aim to find an alternative solution for sustainable tourism development. Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies indexed by DOAJ, Google Scholar, Index Copernicus International, CABI Direct, and Indonesian Publication Index (Portal Garuda Indonesia). Focus and Scope 1. Competitiveness of destinations, products and Tourism bussiness 2. Diversification of tourim products 3. Incentive system of business and investment in tourism 4. Information, promotion and communication in tourism 5. Tourism supporting infrastructure 6. Security and convenience in tourism 7. Tourism policy 8. Unique tourism community life (living culture) 9. Local knowledge, traditions, and cultural diversity 10. Diversity and attractions in ecotourism 11. Diversity of natural attractions in ecotourism 12. Pluralistic diversity of ecotourism society 13. Diversity of ecotourism activities 14. Hospitality of the local resident 15. The quality of torism services 16. Quality of HR in tourism (Standard, accreditation and competence certification) 17. The market share of tourism and integrated marketing system 18. Package of tourism attraction 19. Development of tourism regions 20. Community based Eco-Toutirsm
Articles 461 Documents
Music-Nature Harmony : Event Tourism Elements and Tourist Typology Rinaldi, Aditya Rizki; Masahengke, Enricho Gabriel; Zulfiqar, Mohamad Rafif; Pradigda, Christiano Joviel Budi
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.jitode.2025.013.03.05.

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Experience-based event tourism has gained increasing attention, particularly through nature-based music events that integrate emotional, social, and environmental dimensions. This study examines how event design interacts with visitor characteristics in shaping tourist experiences at the Sunset di Kebun concert held at Cibodas Botanical Gardens. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through participant observation and semi-structured interviews with 13 purposively selected visitors. The analysis integrates the 6A destination framework, VALS psychographic segmentation, and Plog’s tourist typology. The findings reveal that most visitors belong to the Experiencers and Believers segments and exhibit mid-centric characteristics. The event design—combining natural settings, music performances, educational elements, and opportunities for social interaction—contributes to emotional engagement, aesthetic appreciation, and visitor comfort. Although all six destination elements were present, only those directly perceived and experienced by visitors influenced differentiated experiential patterns across psychographic typologies. This study highlights the role of nature-based music events in fostering socially meaningful and experience-oriented tourism and provides conceptual insights into the relationship between event design and tourist typology within the context of event tourism in Indonesia.    
AI in Tourism: Profiling Indonesian Domestic Tourists for Targeted Marketing Communication Puspita, Virienia; Patria, Raden Laskarko; Fitrianah, Devi; Luthfia, Amia
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025)
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The clustering algorithm used in this study, based on demographic, psychographic, travel preferences, travel behavior, and technology usage patterns, aims to identify Indonesian tourism consumers and classify them into clusters based on their characteristic groups. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of how artificial intelligence (AI) can contribute to enhancing tourism segmentation, offering insights for the hospitality and tourism industries in designing communication strategies tailored to the preferences of tourism consumers in Indonesia. Using survey data from 1,030 Indonesian domestic tourists, clustering techniques were applied to identify their tourism segments. The results are mapped into five clusters of the Indonesian domestic tourist. These profiles reveal clear differences between clusters in planning styles, spending patterns, and digital engagement. By translating these profiles into a conceptual model for tourism communication and empowerment, the study provides actionable strategies for tourism marketers to design more personalized campaigns, strengthen engagement, and align with sustainable tourism goals. This research contributes to the study of segmentation by integrating technology adoption and sustainability values into the profiles of travellers, while providing a systematic marketing communication framework for tourism destinations and organizations to tailor messages and services for diverse groups of tourism consumers.
Sustainable Tourism Livelihood Assets in Community-Based and Capital-Based Tourism in Labuan Bajo Wibowo DC, Yesi Pandu Pratama; Khadijah, Siti Adelita Raif; Hamdani, Ayu Rakhmi Tiara; Ayu, Jati Paras; Rachmawati, Dewi
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
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This study examines sustainable livelihood assets within community-based and capital-based tourism in Labuan Bajo, focusing on Sanggar Budaya Kope Oles Todo Kongkol and the Phinisi Rafida liveaboard ship.  The objective of this research is to compare the availability, quality, ownership, and access to livelihood capitals across the two tourism models using the Sustainable Livelihood Framework for Tourism (SLFT). Employing a qualitative descriptive methodology, the research involved 3 informants selected through purposive sampling, including community leaders, government representatives, tourism workers, and industry practitioners. Data collection involved observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation, engaging stakeholders such as community leaders, government representatives, and industry practitioners. The findings reveal that community-based tourism relies significantly on cultural and natural assets but faces challenges in financial distribution, infrastructure development, and cultural preservation, particularly among younger generations. Conversely, capital-based tourism requires substantial financial and operational investments, prioritizing skilled human resources, robust infrastructure, and collaborative social networks to ensure operational sustainability. Policy recommendations emphasize establishing formal tourism groups (Pokdarwis),  developing programs to safeguard cultural practices, improving environmentally responsible infrastructure planning, implementing comprehensive risk management systems, and enhancing workforce training. The study underscores the necessity for integrated and strategic approaches across diverse tourism models to balance economic growth, environmental conservation, and cultural sustainability, offering critical insights for policymakers and stakeholders in sustainable tourism development.  The practical implications of this study highlight the need for clearer community strategies to strengthen asset use, guidance for operators in integrating sustainable practices, targeted government interventions, and improved collaboration between tourism models to enhance livelihood security and reduce vulnerability.
Assessing the Ecotourism Value of Ngovo Cave, Mbanza-Ngungu (DRC): A SWOT-TOWS Approach for Sustainable Management and Community Participation Ndongo Kapongo, Josès; Nsiala Oyangala, Gurvitch; Gloire, Babadi Bila; Musibono Eyul’ankie, Dieudonné; Biey Makaly, Emmanuel
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026)
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Ngovo Cave (DRC) is a site of exceptional ecological and heritage significance, home to the blind fish Caecobarbus geertsii and rich prehistoric deposits. While cave tourism is growing, there is a lack of structured frameworks for evaluating such fragile karst systems in Central Africa. This study addresses this gap by assessing the cave’s ecotourism potential through a SWOT analysis to support sustainable management. A mixed-methods approach combined direct observations with surveys of 50 participants (tourists and residents). Results highlight substantial scientific and ecological assets, but reveal constraints such as limited accessibility and infrastructure. Opportunities include scientific collaborations and cultural valorization, while threats involve environmental degradation and governance challenges. Methodologically, this research demonstrates how SWOT-based frameworks can effectively bridge geological conservation with community-based development in under-studied tropical regions. Recommendations focus on infrastructure, research programs, and participatory governance. By promoting a model of inclusive management, Ngovo Cave represents a strategic site for sustainable ecotourism in Central Africa, balancing conservation with socio-economic benefits.
Tourism as a Standalone Discipline in Indonesia: A Decade of Evidence from Tourism Village Research Rahman, A. Faidlal; Wiweka, Kadek; Sandi Wachyuni , Suci; Pramania Adnyana, Putu; Lochan, Amarjiva
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026)
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This study reviews a decade of academic publications on rural tourism and tourist villages in Indonesia to clarify the development of the field and examine how both concepts are approached in national scholarship. The review pursues two objectives: assessing the progress of academic research between 2009 and 2019, and analysing the substantive characteristics of published articles in terms of scope, methodology, and thematic discussion. Despite the increasing volume of publications, previous studies have not systematically mapped the intellectual structure, thematic concentration, and methodological patterns of rural tourism and tourist village research at the national level, resulting in a clear research gap in understanding the consolidation of tourism as an academic discipline in Indonesia. A mixed-methods design was employed using a netnographic approach supported by text mining, network analysis, and content analysis. The research corpus was drawn from 46 Indonesian tourism journals, comprising 2,249 articles, from which keyword filtering identified 333 relevant publications (107 on tourist villages and 226 on rural tourism). Data processing and visualisation utilised AntConc, RStudio, and Gephi. The findings reveal that the growth of research in both domains has been strongly influenced by government intervention through the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tourism. The analysis also indicates that tourist villages and rural tourism are treated as conceptually similar within Indonesian academic discourse. Three key recommendations emerge: the need to broaden thematic perspectives, diversify methodological approaches, and strengthen the depth of scholarly discussion. Theoretically, this study contributes to tourism studies by positioning rural tourism and tourist village research as an empirical foundation for recognising tourism as a standalone academic discipline, particularly through the integration of policy-driven knowledge production, methodological pluralism, and interdisciplinary inquiry. Overall, this study offers a national-scale overview of research development and provides a foundation for future rural-based tourism research in Indonesia.
Determinants of Service Quality and Price on Student Satisfaction with College Foodservice Bremantie, Ditha Pradnya; Saleh, Choirul; Mindarti, Lely Indah
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026)
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This study aimed to examine the influence of service quality and price perception on customer satisfaction at the Universitas Brawijaya Canteen, Indonesia, by analyzing the effects of tangibles, reliability, and empathy as SERVQUAL dimensions, as well as price suitability in terms of quality, perceived benefits, and affordability. Using a quantitative explanatory approach, data were collected from 133 respondents across two UB canteen locations through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results showed that empathy, price-to-benefit, and price-to-affordability had significant positive effects on customer satisfaction, while tangibles, reliability, and price-to-quality did not have significant partial effects; however, all variables simultaneously influenced satisfaction, with an Adjusted R² of 0.486. These findings indicate that emotional interaction and value-based price perceptions are more critical determinants of satisfaction in campus foodservice settings than physical facilities or technical service consistency. This study highlighted the limited empirical research on campus foodservice satisfaction in Indonesian universities using a focused SERVQUAL and price perception framework. The study contributes theoretically by refining SERVQUAL application in higher education foodservice and practically by providing evidence-based insights to support service improvement and pricing strategies for sustainable campus canteen management.
From Lived Space to Tourist Attraction: The Comodification of Old Houses in Kayutangan Village, Malang City Daratirta, Dina; Nurhadi, Iwan; Fatma Chawa, Anif
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026)
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This study aims to uncover the commodification of residents' living spaces in Kampung Kayutangan, Malang City, through the transformation of old houses into heritage tourism attractions. The change of the village into a tourist destination shifts the function of houses from domestic space to tourist consumption space. This study offers a novel approach by shifting the focus of heritage tourism studies from a predominance of architectural and physical analysis of buildings to the lived experiences, power relations, and social consequences experienced by residents inhabiting the spaces surrounding heritage buildings that have been developed as tourist destinations. This study aims to analyze the social dynamics in heritage tourism practices, particularly the exclusion of local narratives and the ambivalence between lived space and display space. This study draws on Michael Herzfeld's (2015) thinking on heritage and power to examine commodification, knowledge inequality, and the tension between preservation and economic exploitation. The method used is qualitative with a case study approach through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show the dominance of official narratives by authorized actors, as well as the commodification of old houses, which affects changes in social practices, the disruption of private space, and latent conflicts at the community level. This study confirms that heritage tourism is an arena for negotiating meaning, identity, and power in urban spaces.
Sustainable Tourism Influencers on Social Media: Trendsetters or Destination Dream-Sellers? Hidayat, Taufik; Mandalia, Siska
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026)
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Social media influencers significantly shape travel trends and traveler behavior in the digital era. This study explores the dual role of social media influencers in the sustainable tourism landscape: whether they function primarily as trendsetters promoting ethical and responsible travel practices or as sellers of destination dreams who commercialize sustainability through aspirational content on platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.Through qualitative content analysis and in-depth interviews with influencers and their followers, the research identifies messaging patterns, perceived authenticity, and the extent to which sustainability is embedded in influencer branding. Research findings show that although influencers often position themselves as sustainability ambassadors, their content prioritizes visual appeal and personal branding over actual environmental or social responsibility. The study concludes that most influencers are closer to the role of destination dream sellers, contributing to the commercialization of sustainable tourism ideas. This study contributes to the discourse on the impact of digital media on sustainable tourism development, offering policymakers, tourism marketers, content creators, and digital media consumers important insights to evaluate influencer-driven messages on sustainable tourism and align influencer marketing with global sustainability goals.
Interpreting Sustainability Signs In A Malang Hotel: A Semiosis Analysis Of Repeated Guest Experiences Situmorang, Benita; Prasetyo, Bambang Dwi; Wulandari, Maulina Pia; Syahri, Moch.
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026)
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The increasing implementation of sustainability practices in the hospitality industry reflects a commitment to environmental responsibility. However, sustainability symbols often serve as visual elements whose meaning is not fully understood by hotel guests. This study explores how guests' repeated experiences influence their interpretation of sustainability symbols at the Grand Mercure Malang Mirama Hotel. Using a qualitative research design, this study combines Peircean semiotic analysis with the photo elicitation method. The data consist of 20 sustainability-related signs identified through observation and in-depth interviews with 7 domestic guests who stayed for at least 2 nights. Data were collected through systematic observation, and interviews were analyzed using Peirce's triadic semiosis framework, with deductive and inductive reasoning to explore emotional, energetic, and ultimate interpretants. Findings indicate that sustainability indicators, such as eco-friendly symbols, energy efficiency, and documented environmental activities, are more effective at driving shifts toward energetic and ultimate interpretants. Conversely, symbolic signs such as sustainability certifications trigger emotional responses and visual impressions, often leading to interpretive ambiguity. This study contributes to the fields of sustainability communication and hospitality studies and expands Peirce's semiotics in the context of sustainability in the hospitality industry in Indonesia.
The Impact of Green Marketing on Sustainable Development of Community-Based Tourism: Evidence from Pahawang Island, Indonesia Indriyani, Susi; Novila Sari, Pipit
Journal of Indonesian Tourism and Development Studies Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026)
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Marine-based community tourism depends heavily on effective ecological management, yet the role of the green marketing mix in this context remains insufficiently examined. This study addresses this gap by analyzing survey data from 321 visitors to Pahawang Island Tourism Village, Indonesia. Using multiple linear regression analysis, the findings indicate that green product, attributes, pricing strategies, distribution channels, and promotional activities jointly enhance destination sustainability. The result emphasizes the importance of an integrated green marketing strategy in supporting the triple bottom line, namely, environmental conservation, social well-being, and economic resilience. By capturing supply-side dynamics in a developing-country context, this study offers empirical insights for policymakers and local destination managers to improve sustainable tourism governance.