Implications of Tourism Village Development for Local Community Economic Improvement through Zero Waste Concept

Abstract

Purpose

This research is necessary as an evaluation and preventive step in determining the next step because the implementation of tourist village development has a multisectoral character. It examines the implications of developing a tourist village and its relation to improving the local community's economy through the concept of zero waste.

Methodology/approach

This Study on Kunjir Village in Lampung Selatan and the study uses a case study research design and a qualitative descriptive approach.To gather data through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and thorough documentation of the study's subject.

Results/findings

KunjirVillage has intriguing current conditions; the community is actively promoting through social media and taking part in tourism shows. To boost community empowerment, managers set up parking spaces and gift stores, and now the locals are creating tour packages that may be available to tourists.In order to improve community empowerment in economic activities in Kunjir Village, the following strategies are being used to generate green tourism: Strategies to improve the quality of human resources through information technology and entrepreneurship; Green tourism marketing strategy; Strategies for the development of green tourism products; Strategies for the creation and development of community-based tourism in Kunjir Village; Synergy and independent waste management strategies; Strategies for developing tourism infrastructure and facilities based on green tourism; Green tourism bag.

Limitations

This study was restricted to Kunjir Village.

Contribution

The establishment of ecologically conscious tourist destinations that boost the local economy may benefit from the findings of this research.