Carrying Capacity
Analysis and Tourism
Development Strategy of Lombang Beach, Batang-Batang
Subdistrict, Sumenep Regency
Name : Kamila Rahayu
Student Number : 21040274023
Study Program : S1 Geography
Education
Departement : Geography Education
Faculty : Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
Instituion Name : Surabaya State Unuversity
Advisor : Dr. Fahmi Fahrudin Fadirubun, M.Pd.
Lombang Beach
Tourism is one of the leading tourist destinations in Sumenep Regency. The
beauty of this beach attracts many visitors. However, the absence of official
limitations on the number of tourists
can lead to increased pressure on local infrastructure and the environment, thereby threatening the
sustainability of Lombang Beach as a long-term tourist destination. This study
aims to analyze the tourism potential, area carrying capacity, and appropriate
tourism development strategies for Lombang Beach Tourism.
This research
employs a descriptive quantitative approach. The sample in this study consisted
of 100 respondents. Data collection techniques included observation,
interviews, questionnaires, and documentation.
The data analysis
techniques used in this study involved
the Likert scale to assess tourism potential and area carrying capacity, and
SWOT analysis to determine suitable tourism development strategies.
The results of the
study indicate that Lombang Beach Tourism has a "High" level of
tourism potential. The carrying capacity of the Lombang Beach tourism area
shows that the area is still within its sustainable limits without compromising
its capacity. The most appropriate strategy to increase tourist visits is the
application of an aggressive growth strategy. The recommended strategies
include: strengthening infrastructure and accessibility, developing tourist