The Influence of Potential Tourism Economic Zones on Community Welfare in the Soziona Tourism Economic Zone, Nias District, North Sumatra Province

Authors

  • Yarman Gulo Doctoral Program, Regional Planing Study Program, Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Sirojuzilam Doctoral Program, Regional Planing Study Program, Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Badaruddin Doctoral Program, Regional Planing Study Program, Universitas Sumatera Utara
  • Agus Purwoko Doctoral Program, Regional Planing Study Program, Universitas Sumatera Utara

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v2i8.5737

Keywords:

Economic Zones, Nias District Potential Tourism, Tourism

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the potential impact of the tourism economic area on the welfare of the people in the Soziona Tourism Economic Zone, Nias Regency, North Sumatra Province. The research method used is quantitative analysis. Data was collected through surveys and interviews with local residents, as well as analysis of secondary data related to tourism potential and welfare indicators. The results of the study indicated a positive relationship between the potential of the Soziona tourism economic area and community welfare. Tourism potential, which includes nature, culture, and supporting infrastructure, has a significant contribution to income and employment opportunities for the local community. This positive impact is also reflected in increased access to education, health care, and other public facilities.

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Published

2023-08-30

How to Cite

Gulo, Y., Sirojuzilam, Badaruddin, & Purwoko, A. . (2023). The Influence of Potential Tourism Economic Zones on Community Welfare in the Soziona Tourism Economic Zone, Nias District, North Sumatra Province. East Asian Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 2(8), 3345–3354. https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v2i8.5737

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