scholarly journals Heritage Management: Analytical Study of Tourism Impacts on the Archaeological Site of Umm Qais—Jordan

Heritage ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 2449-2469
Author(s):  
Reem AlMasri ◽  
Abdelkader Ababneh
Keyword(s):  
Archaeological Site ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
Tourism Impacts ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Seasonal Movement ◽  
Structural Deterioration ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Umm Qais ◽  
High Level ◽  
Tourism Services

The archaeological site of Umm Qais is a popular tourist destination for both local and foreign tourists who come to appreciate the site’s archaeological history, scenic landscape, and panoramic perspective. The site was the focus of tourism planning, which included the construction of amenities and infrastructure, the creation of tourist circuits, and archaeological management. This development was linked to a rise in visitor numbers as well as the provision of a high level of service, such as parking, tickets, kiosks, restaurants, and cafés, to welcome visitors. The purpose of this study was to examine the impacts of on-site tourist services and infrastructures, as well as those of visitors, and their geographical and temporal scope on the site. The study used a qualitative approach based on case study fieldwork as a research method to achieve this goal. Personal observation, interviews with site-related stakeholders, and a checklist were used to collect data during the fieldwork. Both tourism infrastructure and visitors were proven to have a detrimental influence on tourist attractions. The site’s aesthetic pollution and structural deterioration were caused by tourism services and infrastructure. Graffiti, vandalism, and trash left by visitors exerted strong negative impacts. Furthermore, spatial and temporal negative impacts were determined by the patterns of seasonal movement of visitors and the location of infrastructure. Thus, most of the impacts were concentrated in a small portion of the site, among the western theater, the panoramic view, and the traditional Ottoman village. This research sheds light on these challenges and makes recommendations in the areas of heritage management, tourism, and visitor impact management that may be of interest to on-the-ground decision makers as well as academics.

scholarly journals Decision-making process for introduction of maternal vaccines in Kenya, 2017–2018

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy A. Otieno ◽  
Fauzia A. Malik ◽  
Stacy W. Nganga ◽  
Winnie N. Wairimu ◽  
Dominic O. Ouma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Policy Formulation ◽  
Advisory Group ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Maternal Immunization ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Maternal immunization is a key strategy for reducing morbidity and mortality associated with infectious diseases in mothers and their newborns. Recent developments in the science and safety of maternal vaccinations have made possible development of new maternal vaccines ready for introduction in low- and middle-income countries. Decisions at the policy level remain the entry point for maternal immunization programs. We describe the policy and decision-making process in Kenya for the introduction of new vaccines, with particular emphasis on maternal vaccines, and identify opportunities to improve vaccine policy formulation and implementation process. Methods We conducted 29 formal interviews with government officials and policy makers, including high-level officials at the Kenya National Immunization Technical Advisory Group, and Ministry of Health officials at national and county levels. All interviews were recorded and transcribed. We analyzed the qualitative data using NVivo 11.0 software. Results All key informants understood the vaccine policy formulation and implementation processes, although national officials appeared more informed compared to county officials. County officials reported feeling left out of policy development. The recent health system decentralization had both positive and negative impacts on the policy process; however, the negative impacts outweighed the positive impacts. Other factors outside vaccine policy environment such as rumours, sociocultural practices, and anti-vaccine campaigns influenced the policy development and implementation process. Conclusions Public policy development process is complex and multifaceted by its nature. As Kenya prepares for introduction of other maternal vaccines, it is important that the identified policy gaps and challenges are addressed.

The Perceived Impacts of Sport Tourism: An Urban Host Community Perspective

2010 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 119-138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Hritz ◽  
Craig Ross
Keyword(s):  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Host Community ◽  
Environmental Benefits ◽  
Sport Tourism ◽  
Tourism Impacts ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Perceived Impacts ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Social Environmental

Sport tourism is one of the fastest growing market segments in the tourism industry and is receiving increased attention for its social, environmental, and economic impacts upon destinations. Prior research in tourism impacts has tended to focus exclusively on tourism as a whole and does not differentiate among the different types of tourism that may be present in a destination. The purpose of this study was to examine how residents of Indianapolis, Indiana perceived the impacts sport tourism has upon their city. A total of 347 surveys were returned in a mailed questionnaire. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a four factor structure of social benefits, environmental benefits, economic benefits, and general negative impacts. Social and economic benefits were strong predictors for support for further sport tourism development revealing a strong identification with the advantages of sport tourism in their city such as an increased cultural identity and social interaction opportunities.

scholarly journals A Framework for Property Developers to Survive in a Recession

10.29007/cfr2 ◽  
2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zunoon Parambath ◽  
Nilupa Udawatta
Keyword(s):  
Survival Strategies ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Property Development ◽  
Market Shares ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Set Up ◽  
High Level ◽  
Property Developers

Recession is considered as a major threat to the economy as it slows down economic activities. The property development sector is extremely responsive to these economic conditions. Thus, it is crucial to understand causes, effects and strategies for property developers to survive in a recession without any ill effects. Thus, this research aimed to develop a framework for property developers to identify appropriate survival strategies in recession. A comprehensive literature review was conducted in this research to achieve the above mentioned aim. The results of this study indicated that recession prompts negative impacts on property development sector resulting in unemployment, lower demand, production and revenue, decline in resources and high level of competition. According to the results, the survival strategies were classified into short-term and long-term strategies. The short term strategies include: implementing management tactics, cut down of operating costs, keeping financing lines set up, timely repayment of debts, setting vital new objectives for the future, undertaking shorter time span developments, specialisation in favoured market, renegotiating deals and contracts. The long-term strategies include retrenchment, restructuring, investment and ambidextrous strategies. Similarly, attention should be paid to predict any changes in the economic environment that can influence property development activities and it is necessary to carefully evaluate investment activities to increase sales, profits and market shares of property developers. Preparing for a crisis is doubtlessly the ideal approach as it can facilitate both survival and growth. Thus, the property developers can implement these suggested strategies in their businesses to enhance their practices.

scholarly journals PENGARUH SENAM ZUMBA TERHADAP KADAR TRIGLISERIDA DARAH PADA MAHASISWA FAKULTAS KEDOKTERAN UNIVERSITAS SAM RATULANGI

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashael A. Rembang ◽  
J. J. V. Rampengan ◽  
Siantan Supit
Keyword(s):  
Low Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Density Lipoprotein ◽  
Exercise Session ◽  
Blood Levels ◽  
Normal Body Mass Index ◽  
Low Density ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
High Level

Abstract: Lipid is classified into several types, which include High Density Lipoprotein (HDL), Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL), Very Low Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) and triglycerides. Triglyceride is a compound consists of three fatty acid molecules esterified into glycerol. Triglycerides are neutral fats synthesized from carbohydrate that are stored in lipid cells. Normal triglyceride levels of human is < 150 mg/dL. High levels of triglyceride have negative impacts on health as it can lead to diseases such as atherosclerosis. High level of triglyceride can be prevented and lowered by exercises such as Zumba exercise. The aim of this study is to know the effect of Zumba exercise on the level of blood triglyceride. This was an experimental study with one group pre-post test design, with criteria that include ages within 16-20 years old, normal Body Mass Index, not a Zumba gymnast, and in healthy condition during research. Samples were 19 female medical faculty students of Sam Ratulangi University class of 2014. They were subjected to do Zumba exercise every day for a week. Triglyceride levels are measured before the first Zumba exercise session and after the final session of Zumba exercise. The data were analyzed using paired-t test with SPSS programme. The results showed that there was a significant change between the mean level of triglyceride before first Zumba exercise 68,11 mg/dL and after Zumba final exercise 48 mg/dL. Conclusion: There was a decrease in triglyceride blood levels of the research subjects after doing Zumba exercises everyday for a week.Keywords: triglyceride, zumba exerciseAbstrak: Lemak terbagi menjadi beberapa jenis, yaitu lemak HDL, lemak LDL, lemak VLDL, serta kadar trigliserida. Trigliserida adalah senyawa yang terdiri dari tiga molekul asam lemak teresterifikasi menjadi gliserol. Trigliserida merupakan lemak netral yang disintesis dari karbohidrat untuk disimpan dalam sel lemak. Kadar trigliserida normal dalam tubuh manusia yaitu <150 mg/dL. Namun kadar trigliserida yang berlebihan juga tidak baik untuk kesehatan. Tingginya kadar trigliserida dalam darah dapat menyebabkan terjadinya penyakit, misalnya aterosklerosis. Kadar trigliserida yang tinggi dapat dicegah dan diturunkan dengan melakukan olahraga seperti senam Zumba. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh senam Zumba tehadap kadar trigliserida darah. Penelitian ini bersifat eksperimental dengan rancangan pre-post one group test dengan sampel penelitian yang memenuhi kriteria-kriteria, yaitu usia 16-20 tahun, IMT normal, bukan merupakan seorang atlit atau pesenam Zumba, dan sehat saat dilakukan penelitian. Sampel penelitian adalah mahasiswi Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sam Ratulangi angkatan 2014 berjumlah 19 orang. Subjek penelitian melakukan latihan setiap hari dalam seminggu. Kadar trigliserida diukur sebelum latihan Zumba pertama dan sesudah latihan Zumba terakhir. Hasil data dianalisis dengan uji t berpasangan menggunakan program SPSS. Berdasarkan penelitian diperoleh hasil yang menunjukkan perubahan yang signifikan dengan rerata kadar triglierida sebelum senam Zumba 68,11 mg/dL dan rerata sesudah senam Zumba 48,00 mg/dL.Simpulan: Terjadi penurunan kadar tigliserida darah dari subjek penelitian setelah melakukan senam Zumba setiap hari selama seminggu.Kata kunci: trigliserida, senam zumba

scholarly journals The impact of tourism on local communities and their environment in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan: a local community perspective

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 24-37
Author(s):  
Najum us Saqib ◽  
Asim Yaqub ◽  
Gomal Amin ◽  
Imran Khan ◽  
Huma Ajab ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Salmonella Typhi ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Heritage Sites ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Gilgit Baltistan ◽  
The Impact

Abstract The northern area of Pakistan, Gilgit Baltistan (GB), has huge tourist potential due to its exotic mountain beauty. According to the GB Tourism Department, a large number of tourists (around 200651) visit GB every year from across the country. Due to a large influx of tourists in the area both positive and negative impacts have been felt especially on the environment and on the local communities. The environmental impacts of tourism were investigated in this research in two districts of GB. Three villages were selected from each of the districts of Hunza and Diamer as the basis of this research. This study was based on the perceptions and attitudes of the respondents. The total number of questionnaires completed was 340 filled from different respondent categories. Results showed that deforestation, loss of biodiversity, generation of solid waste, water, air and noise pollution, damage cultural and heritage sites and are the main environmental issues caused by tourism activities in the villages in these districts. About 42% of respondents said that deforestation and loss of biodiversity were high in the Diamer district while in Hunza 39% of respondents said that solid waste generation was high. Similarly, 21% respondents in Hunza and 14% respondents in Diamer agreed that water pollution is caused by tourism activities. Microbial analysis of water confirmed the presence of Salmonella typhi, E. coli and Enterobacter sp. There were positive impacts of tourism with results revealing that 87% of villagers and 98% of businessmen responded that tourism had provided them with jobs and business during the peak tourism season. Hotels and restaurants are the main source of jobs in GB mainly as porters and guides. According to the data collected dry fruits, medicinal herbs, gemstones and handicrafts provided considerable attractions for tourists. It is recommended that a combined effort be made by the local communities, tourism departments and other Govt. Agencies to ensure the cleanliness of tourist attractions.

scholarly journals PENGELOLAAN DAYA TARIK WISATA PULAU KUMALA OLEH DINAS PARIWISATA KABUPATEN KUTAI KARTANEGARA

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
Bhatari Lolita Pratiwi
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Tourist Attraction ◽  
Descriptive Data ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Tourist Attractions ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Tourism Service ◽  
Tourism Services

This research project is being studied at kutai kartanegara district by tourist attraction kumala island. The purpose of writing this essay is to identify and describe the management of tourism services in kumala district kutai kartandistrict and also to identify the obstacles -- obstacles which the tourism service deals with in kumala island tourist management in kab. Kutai Kartanegara. The focus of the study in this study is of attraction, ability, facilities and obstacles faced by the tourism service in the management of kumala island tourist attractions at kab. Kutai Kartanegara.The kind of research used is qualitative descriptive. Data collection techniques are done in literature and field research consisting of observations, interviews, and documentaries, whereas the informants who were taken purposive sampling and accidental sampling.Studies show that the tourism service has achieved management according to its duties and functions in managing the tourist attractions of island kumala, this is indicated by implementation of the 3 (3) indicators taken from its service one area of the tourism service that they are partly accomplishing, But they have constraints that are, in fact, the lack of budget that's keeping them in the sense that their management is somehow hampered and not maximum.

scholarly journals Sino-Senegalese Cooperation: An Impulse to Innovative Growth Strategies for Senegalese SMEs

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (5) ◽  
pp. 26-43
Author(s):  
Pape Alioune Diop
Keyword(s):  
Research Approach ◽  
Tax Rates ◽  
Growth Strategies ◽  
Competitive Strategies ◽  
Inductive Research ◽  
Medium Enterprise ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
High Level ◽  
High Degree ◽  
Strategic Networking

Since 2005, Senegal and China have developed painstaking efforts to flourish in win-win cooperation. However, the outcome of this collaboration is still under scrutiny due to several constraints in the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. This study examined how the Sino-Senegalese cooperation could be a mean for Senegalese SMEs to grow their businesses through competitive strategies. The purpose of the study was to explore practical uses of growth strategies that may enable the Senegalese SMEs to develop sustainably. We adopted an inductive research approach by using descriptive and interpretive statistical analysis methods. We explored the data using SPSS 16.0. We can summarize the findings as follows: (1) Senegalese SMEs in China face problems related to unstable government regulations; high money transaction costs and high tax rates rather than access to finance; (2) there is a high degree of informality among SMEs in Guangzhou and Yiwu despite the relatively high level of education of the SME managers; (3) they can incorporate many growth strategies in the management of their businesses concerning the idiosyncratic pitfalls we have identified in the research. The Ansoff matrix, innovative strategic moves, and strategic networking have shown to be important tools for the Senegalese SMEs operating in China to grow steadily and sustainably. A way to grasp the originality of this thesis is that many of the major works published in this field mainly focus on China’s strategy for Africa. We find less evidence in the literature for China’s presence in a resource-independent economy like Senegal. And by doing so, they barely mention the negative impacts of this cooperation, nor do they alleviate the opportunities and strategies that can be put forward for SMEs growth.

scholarly journals DEVELOPMENT OF UKRAINE’S LOGISTIC SYSTEM: ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 (9) ◽  
pp. 3-12
Author(s):  
Anatolii MAZARAKI ◽  
◽  
Liudmyla KHARSUN ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chains ◽  
Logistics System ◽  
Environmental Friendliness ◽  
Environmental Orientation ◽  
Waste Products ◽  
Environmental Challenges ◽  
Positive Tendency ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The One ◽  
High Level

Transformational processes in modern supply chains are experiencing a significant impact of global environmental problems and are focused on increasing the level of efficiency of the supply chains’ operation and ensuring the competitiveness of goods passing through them towards the end consumer. On the one hand, the parameters of all parts of the logistics chains must be in line with the international environmental requirements; on the other hand, compliance with the principles of environmental friendliness serves as a prerequisite for meeting the needs of modern consumers with a high level of environmental awareness. Logistics operations are a source of negative impacts on the natural environment. First of all, this concerns greenhouse gas emissions during transportation, waste products and packaging materials, noise and dust pollution, landscape changes and the use of natural resources. Therefore, environmental challenges stipulate the cooperation of all participants in supply chains, aimed at creating and implementing the effective environmental strategies and logistics concepts. The need for ecologization of Ukraine’s transport and logistics system is dictated by the need to achieve a high level of its competitiveness as an element of the global supply chain network. And although the domestic logistics system by a number of indicators is characterized by a low level of environmental friendliness, there is a consoling positive tendency to realize the need for an environmental orientation of its development both among the state authorities, and the logistics operators themselves.

Presenting Past Landscapes: An Approach to Visual Landscape Integrity as a Tool for Archeological Heritage Management

2009 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-48
Author(s):  
Saruhan Mosler
Keyword(s):  
Dimensional Space ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Archaeological Site ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Western Turkey ◽  
Heritage Sites ◽  
Landscape Integrity ◽  
Visual Landscape ◽  
Sustainable Conservation

Archaeological sites are composed of unique, complex landscape settings including architectural remains, visually and spatially interrelated spaces, and ecologies with topographical features and landforms framing them. Today, they are subject to many pressures caused by developmental changes as well as improper conservation and planning strategies. One reason is that heritage conservation is still heavily focused on architectural features and less on the landscape setting. Wider landscape components set an authentic backdrop for cultural heritage and make the setting vivid and legible. Concentrating on this trend, this article explores the visual values of archaeological sites from the tripartite conceptualization view of visual landscape integrity, namely considering the archaeological landscape setting as an artifact, three-dimensional space, and scenery. Using the archaeological site complex of Bergama in Western Turkey as a case study, I propose a visual landscape–oriented approach as a tool for the sustainable conservation and presentation of heritage sites in the process of cultural resource management.

scholarly journals Emerging Issues for Cultural Tourism in Macau

2009 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hilary du Cros
Keyword(s):  
Policy Development ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Central Government ◽  
Cultural Tourism ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
Host Community ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Visitor Experience ◽  
Tourism Impacts ◽  
Emerging Issues

Recent research on achieving sustainable heritage tourism in Macau advocates a greater collaboration between tourism and heritage management authorities and the local community on reaching sustainable tourism goals. A key theme for Macau in the last ten years has been how the tension between the proponents for greater casino development versus those for cultural heritage product development has played out in government policies for heritage management, private sector tourism development and host community concerns about heritage protection and achieving quality tourism. The indirect influence of the central government on Macau Special Administrative Region's (SAR's) policy development in relation to these topics in the last ten years will be discussed in this context using findings from three recent studies by the Institute For Tourism Studies (IFT) and background information collected on government policy and community views. This paper will outline emerging issues regarding demand, supply, and impacts of cultural tourism with reference to findings from four recent research projects. Special reference will be made to over-use and under-use issues, authenticity, and the management of tourism impacts while enhancing visitor experience. Strategic planning and management of cultural tourism products will also be touched upon.

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