Regenerative Tourism as a Solution for Tourism Development in East Java

Abstract

Indonesia is a country that has many tourist destinations that are attractive to tourists, both local and foreign. With many interesting tourist attractions to visit, tourism can be used as an alternative to improve the Indonesian economy. East Java Province is a province that has several tourist destinations that are unique in terms of natural tourism attractions and cultural tourism attractions. This destination is experiencing quite serious problems with a lot of scattered garbage, ecosystem damage and still massive tourism development. In the era of climate change and environmental damage that continues to increase, regenerative tourism is an important solution to reduce the negative impact of tourism and repair existing damage. The purpose of this research is to restore and improve the environmental, cultural, and economic conditions of tourism destinations. His approach is centered on recovery and regeneration, with the hope of leaving a destination better than its original condition. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The data collection method uses literature studies from various reference journals, agency reports and online media. The study concludes that through paradigm shifts and collaborative action, regenerative tourism has the potential to repair environmental damage, advance the well-being of local communities, and provide meaningful tourism experiences for visitors. Therefore, we can encourage the development of tourism that is not only beneficial today, but also for future generations.

Keyword: Regenerative Tourism, Tourist Destinations, Environmental Damage, Beaches