Guidelines for Promoting Participatory Responsible Tourism in Rayong Province

Abstract

          This qualitative research aimed to propose participatory approaches to promoting responsible tourism in tourist attractions in Rayong Province. The data collecting was sought by seminars using brainstorming techniques with stakeholders involved in promoting responsible tourism in Rayong Province. The content analysis was employed to analyze the data.

          The result of this research found that: 1) a system should be designed to support green loans by providing credit-based incentives to individuals who demonstrate responsible participation in tourism. Such a mechanism can foster motivation and facilitate behavioral change, encouraging greater public engagement in sustainable tourism practices.  2) construction design should incorporate sustainability considerations through collaborative partnerships between academic institutions and industry practitioners. 3) policies should be established to reduce the consumption of natural resources in order to maintain environmental sustainability. 4) measures should be implemented to stimulate tourism demand while establishing standardized practices on the supply side. 5) stakeholders in the tourism sector should be actively engaged through the establishment of multi-sectoral groups or associations comprising members from all relevant sectors. These groups should collaborate to promote the conservation of natural resources, cultural heritage, and biodiversity, thereby enhancing and sustaining the value of tourism resources. 6) efforts should emphasize fostering environmental awareness to preserve natural resources and ecosystems over the long term, while encouraging active participation by tourists in environmentally responsible practices and 7) activities should be designed to actively engage tourists in environmental conservation efforts.