Outdoor Tourism in Pandemic: Community Health and Welfare Solutions

Abstract

Outdoor tourism is becoming a trend and is increasingly in demand during the pandemic. This tourism is considered the safest and most comfortable choice after two years of the community being limited in all their activities. This article aims to observe what forms of outdoor tourism are and how these tours are a solution to maintaining health and supporting community welfare. Through a qualitative approach with a case study method, it can be found forms and ways in which outdoor tourism in Sentul, Bogor can provide solutions for the health and well-being of the community. The interview method with the Sentul Community Local Guide manager was also carried out to extract data on all outdoor tourism activities in Sentul. The result of this research is a shift in the tendency of public interest in tourism from the form of mass tourism to tourism that is private or small groups. Outdoor tourism that uses the concept of Community Based Development (CBT) is a solution to maintaining health and improving community welfare during a pandemic. Outdoor tour packages with various choices, ranging from nature-based tours to sports, therapy, and adventures, are offered to enhance physical and mental health after the pandemic. Local communities' involvement can increase the economy's level while creating sustainable tourism. Smart Tourism is a solution going forward to integrate all outdoor tourism facilities into One Stop Sentul Tourism.

Incorporating Lesson Plan in Developing an Itinerary for a Tour Package to Promote Local Culture: a Case Study in Kampoeng Wisata Cinangneng, Bogor Regency

“…Result of this study shows Tegal Waru Tourism Village offers great cultural potential and the involvement of community participation is the key to successful tourism. Dewi et al, (2022) observed forms of outdoor tourism and the preservation of the natural environment and culture of its people.…”

“…This section reviews the literature related to tourism in specific context. Studies have been conducted by Handoyo et al (2017), Latianingsih (2020), Fitri dan Siska (2021), Rejeki andSwetasurya (2023), andDewi et al, (2022). Handoyo et al (2017) researched how far travel agents in special Region of Yogyakarta can create tour package for people with disabilities.…”

“…This research will be able to help develop materials for tour guide as it involves language pedagogy. Dewi et al, (2022) observed forms of outdoor tourism and how these types of tourism are a solution to maintaining health and supporting community welfare. This study aims to examine how outdoor tourism in Sentul can be a solution in providing benefits and solutions for the health and welfare of the community while maintaining the preservation of the natural environment and culture of its people.…”