Exploring the Sustainable Status of Community-Based Ecotourism in East Java, Indonesia: A Comprehensive Assessment

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to comprehensively assess the sustainable status of community-based ecotourism. The research employed a comprehensive assessment methodology to explore the sustainable status of community-based ecotourism in East Java, Indonesia. This methodology used multidimensional scaling (MDS). The findings of the research revealed the current sustainable status of community-based ecotourism in East Java, Indonesia. It highlighted strengths and areas for improvement across different dimensions, shedding light on the overall sustainability performance of the ecotourism initiatives in the region. This research contributed to the field by offering a comprehensive assessment of the sustainable status of community-based ecotourism. It provided insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by ecotourism initiatives in the region, thereby adding originality to the existing body of knowledge on sustainable tourism development.