The Coastal Community Perception on the Socio-Economic Impacts of Agro-Tourism Activities in Coastal Villages in Malaysia

Abstract

This paper is concerned with the socio-economic impacts of agro-tourism activities in coastal villages listed as Desa Wawasan Nelayan (DWN) in Malaysia. The paper discussed the impacts of the two major components of socio-economics dynamics, namely social and economic activities. This account highlights a number of discussions with specific reference to DWN in Malaysia. It identifies the similarities and differences with regard to socio-economic impact, and it is expected that these points will be of practical use for other agrotourism areas around the globe, and help to increase interest in agro-tourism activities.

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“…For example, the government has established a special designation or status, Desa Wawasan Nelayan (DWN), given to certain coastal communities that demonstrate great promise in establishing successful agritourism attractions. Each year, villages are invited to participate in a competition for this status, and the winners are selected by the Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (Mohamed Shaffril et al 2015). DWN villages offer water-related agritourism activities, such as sport fishing, fireflyseeking expeditions, crab and shrimp festivals, and fish barbecues.…”

“…DWN villages offer water-related agritourism activities, such as sport fishing, fireflyseeking expeditions, crab and shrimp festivals, and fish barbecues. DWN villages have noted increases in economic growth for themselves and their families, as well as growth in the community such as the increased boat rental demand for tourists to participate in agritourism activities (Mohamed Shaffril et al 2015).…”