This research provides a greater understanding of community-based tourism products through an examination of the perceptions of the host communities and tourists. Using a survey, data were collected measuring community-based tourism products through nine elements including attractions, travel services, transport, accommodation, food and beverage, souvenirs, packaging, amenities and people. The overall results indicate that there was considerable agreement on most product items. The tourists clearly identified their expectations and were supportive of a sustainable industry; however, they were also concerned about safety and hygiene. The host communities were aware of the intrinsic value of the tourist attractions in their villages but lacked the confidence to share them with visitors.

ABSTRACT:This study discusses a tropical and a temperate forest route development to Mesehe and Pisoiu Waterfall supporting sustainable tourism development in Pohsanten Community, Bali, Indonesia and Bistra, Romania. It is a qualitative study using a combination of observation, direct participation and non-structured interviews as data collecting methods. Geo-data was collected during forest expeditions, interactions and interviews with local community members who participate in tourism. Re-establishing the geo-heritage supports sustainability to the people in terms of socio economic wellbeing, promotes legal use of forest and conservation. The study suggests 3 types of products: Village off road vehicle (ORV) recreation, mountain biking, and forest trekking. It concludes tourism could be a solution to the misuse of natural environment, brings about socio cultural and economic benefits to the members of the village; thus, sustainable tourism development for Pohsanten and Bistra communities.

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Benoa Bay is one of the water areas with a fairly complex activity, ranging from benoa port activities, watersports tours, as well as activities from residential areas. The activity is thought to contribute to the pollution of marine debris on the bay of Benoa. The purpose of this study is to determine the type and abundance of microplastic contained in the waters of Benoa Bay, Bali. This study was conducted from March to May 2018. Microplastic sampling in water using 200 µm plankton net which was withdrawn for 10 minutes. Method microplastic sampling in sediments using a shovel. The results showed that there are 3 types of microplastic found in water and sediment of Benoa Bay waters are fragment, film, and fiber. The highest microplastic type in the waters comes from the type of fragment with an abundance of 0.26 particles / m³ found at station 3. The highest total microplastic abundance in the waters is present at station 3 with an abundance of 0.58 particles / m³. The highest microplastic type in the sediment comes from the type of fragment with an abundance of 57 particles / kg found at station 1. The highest total microplastic in the sediment abundance is present at station 1 with an abundance of 114 particles / kg.