Exploring local community perspectives on the development of river tourism along the Petagas-Putatan river in Sabah, Malaysia

Jennifer Kim Lian Chan and Tay Kai Xin and Ing Grace Phang (2024) Exploring local community perspectives on the development of river tourism along the Petagas-Putatan river in Sabah, Malaysia. Heliyon, 10 (5). pp. 1-10. ISSN 2405-8440

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Abstract

The research delves into the perceptions regarding the necessary assistance and support required for the development of river tourism along the Petagas-Putatan River. An exploratory qualitative with a total of four focus group discussions consisting of a total of 13 local communities, two local authorities and two local representatives of the district. Assistances needed include financial, tourism trainings related to river tourism and safety, planning and itineraries, customer services, marketing, and promotion. Tourist facilities - jetties, roads, sidewalks, parking lots and retail stalls for food, drinks and souvenirs are vital support for developing river tourism. The condition of the river and local communities’ attitudes towards river cleanliness are the key issues. It contributes to the development of river tourism along river Petagas-Putatan, provide practical implications for river tourism development.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	River tourism River resources Local community perception Training and Petagas-Putatan river
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > G Geography (General). Atlases. Maps > G1-922 Geography (General) > G149-180 Travel. Voyages and travels (General) H Social Sciences > HC Economic history and conditions > HC10-1085 Economic history and conditions > HC79 Special topics Including air pollution, automation, consumer demand, famines, flow of funds, etc.
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Business, Economics and Accounting
Depositing User:	ABDULLAH BIN SABUDIN -
Date Deposited:	02 Sep 2024 16:08
Last Modified:	02 Sep 2024 16:08
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/40908

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