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Community attitudes, adaptive capacity, and competitive performance in sustainable tourism development in a small town

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  • I Wayan Koko Suryawan

    (Universitas Pertamina, Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Infrastructure Planning
    Universitas Pertamina, Center for Environmental Solution (CVISION)
    National Dong Hwa University, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Ecology and Sustainability, College of Environmental Studies and Oceanography)

  • Imelda Masni Juniaty Sianipar

    (Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Department of International Relations, Faculty of Social Science and Political Science)

  • Chun-Hung Lee

    (Universitas Pertamina, Center for Environmental Solution (CVISION)
    National Dong Hwa University, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Ecology and Sustainability, College of Environmental Studies and Oceanography
    National Dong Hwa University, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, College of Environmental Studies and Oceanography)

  • Ari Rahman

    (Universitas Pertamina, Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Infrastructure Planning
    Universitas Pertamina, Center for Environmental Solution (CVISION))

  • Evi Siti Sofiyah

    (Universitas Pertamina, Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Infrastructure Planning
    Universitas Pertamina, Center for Environmental Solution (CVISION))

Abstract

This study explored the interplay between complementary attitudes, adaptive capacity, competitive performance and community willingness to participate in sustainable tourism initiatives in small towns. Using Labuan Bajo, Indonesia, as a case study, the research applied Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to examine the relationships between these variables. Results indicated that complementary attitudes strongly influence competitive performance and willingness to participate, highlighting the importance of shared values and community cohesion. Competitive performance, encompassing marketing effectiveness and resource availability significantly drove participation, while adaptive capacity demonstrated indirect importance in fostering resilience. These findings revealed that small-town development strategies should integrate community engagement, ecological awareness and innovative practices to ensure sustainable economic growth. Policy implications suggest alignment of local strengths with broader regional urban systems for inclusive and sustainable development. Limitations and recommendations for future research include the need for longitudinal studies and comparative analyses across varying urban contexts to enhance understanding of small-town dynamics in sustainable tourism.

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  • I Wayan Koko Suryawan & Imelda Masni Juniaty Sianipar & Chun-Hung Lee & Ari Rahman & Evi Siti Sofiyah, 2025. "Community attitudes, adaptive capacity, and competitive performance in sustainable tourism development in a small town," Asia-Pacific Journal of Regional Science, Springer, vol. 9(4), pages 1053-1079, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:apjors:v:9:y:2025:i:4:d:10.1007_s41685-025-00399-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s41685-025-00399-1
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