Fulia Aji Gustaman, Moh. Solehatul Mustofa , Hartati Sulistyo Rini , Ardiansyah Putra Wardana

Sustainable Tourism Development Strategy Through the Implementation of the Community-Based Tourism in the South Rayon of Donorojo, Pacitan

Introduction

Sustainable tourism development strategy through the implementation of the community-based tourism in the south rayon of donorojo, pacitan. Analyze how Community-Based Tourism (CBT) fosters sustainable tourism development in South Rayon, Pacitan, examining its environmental, socio-cultural, and economic impacts.

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze the concept of CBT in the development of local tourism in the southern Rayon area of ​​Pacitan related to the natural environment and socio-cultural economy as a strategy to develop a sustainable tourism framework. This study emphasizes a descriptive qualitative research approach that provides an overview of how the involvement of village communities in tourism development in the southern coastal area. The data collection methods used in this study are observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Observations were carried out in several related tourism areas such as tourist areas in the Kalak Village, Sendang Village, Widoro Village, and Sawahan Village areas. Research informants in this study involved several related parties such as business actors in the area around the tourist area, members of the Pokdarwis group, local village officials, and several residents in the related tourist area. The results of this study indicate that community involvement in the context of CBT can be seen in two main thing, namely the environment aspect and the socio-cultural economy aspect. In terms of the environment, CBT is seen in the strengthening of tourism infrastructure such as stalls, souvenir shops, car and motorbike parking, toilets, homestays, road access, fishing area and others. Meanwhile, in the socio-cultural economic aspect, CBT appears in the role of local community institutions such as BUMDes and Pokdarwis which act as a bridge to mediate the role of the community to be involved in the tourism development process in rural areas.

Review

This study addresses a highly relevant and timely topic concerning sustainable tourism development through the implementation of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) in the specific context of South Rayon of Donorojo, Pacitan. The paper's stated purpose is to analyze the concept of CBT in local tourism development, specifically examining its relationship with the natural environment and socio-cultural economy as a strategy for a sustainable tourism framework. This focus on community involvement as a cornerstone for sustainable development is commendable, positioning the research within a critical area of contemporary tourism studies. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation to gather data from various villages (Kalak, Sendang, Widoro, Sawahan) and a diverse set of informants including business actors, Pokdarwis members, local village officials, and residents. This multi-faceted data collection strategy allows for a comprehensive overview of community involvement on the ground. The findings indicate that community participation in CBT manifests primarily in two dimensions: environmental aspects, evidenced by the strengthening of tourism infrastructure (stalls, souvenir shops, parking, toilets, homestays, road access, fishing areas), and socio-cultural economic aspects, where local institutions like BUMDes and Pokdarwis serve as key mediators for community engagement in rural tourism development. While the study effectively describes the observable aspects of community involvement in the specified region, it could benefit from a deeper analytical exploration to fully fulfill its promise of outlining a "sustainable tourism development strategy." The results primarily present a descriptive account of *what* community involvement looks like (e.g., infrastructure development, institutional roles), rather than critically assessing the *impact* or *sustainability* of these activities or detailing the strategic framework itself. For instance, the mere presence of infrastructure doesn't automatically equate to environmental sustainability without further analysis of its design, resource consumption, and waste management. Similarly, while institutions mediate involvement, the abstract does not delve into the effectiveness, challenges, or equity considerations within these mediation processes. Future iterations or expanded discussions could strengthen the strategic implications by moving beyond description to offer more critical analysis and concrete, actionable recommendations derived from the observed community involvement to truly forge a sustainable tourism framework.

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