Ecotourism as a Soft Skill Practice for Millenials

Abstract

Traveling not only creates fun for tourists. Tourism activities are believed to also improving human resources ability. It is a significant aspect related to human resource capacity that soft skills ownership which can be trained to modern travellers through ecotourism activities. This descriptive qualitative study describes soft skills trained to tourists from among younger generation in ecotourism destinations. Statement of the problem in this research is what is the relevance between ecotourism and soft skill ownership? This study identifies soft skills trained in ecotourism activities that are interpersonal skills characterized by communication skills, like others, have empathy and concern, warm, forgiving, open, adaptive and self-control abilities. The interpersonal skills that are part of this soft skill are believed to be important and will help younger generation to succeed in living their lives.

Alternative Tourism in Wonosalam

“…In the early stages, the initiative and motivation of all components of society, ranging from young people, elders, women's and women's groups, regional leaders, as well as the government at the village level, have the same commitment to advancing the village through ecotourism. Millennial market trials to try products developed by residents with assistance have been carried out (Satrya, Kaihatu, & Pranata, 2017); (Satrya, Kaihatu, & Pranata, 2019a). Products produced by residents enter the criteria for alternative tourism that are worthy of being introduced to tourists, industry, and academic circles.…”

Importancia de las habilidades blandas en la empresa turística. Caso de directivos de la ciudad de Manizales Colombia

“…Las primeras se asocian con los aspectos técnicos para la realización de una labor, así como con las conceptuales o de diseño. Las segundas pueden definirse como las habilidades de trabajo, incluyendo habilidades interpersonales para desarrollar empatía (Satrya et al 2019) y las habilidades de comunicación (Tanković et al, 2021(Tanković et al, , 2023, que abarcan habilidades como el saber escuchar, hacer preguntas pertinentes, y optimizar el mensaje a una audiencia objetivo (Kantrowitz, 2005;Rainsbury et al, 2002;Shabir & Sharma, 2019).…”

Fostering Environmental Stewardship through Mangrove Ecotourism: A Study on Gili Sulat's Educational Impact

“…The perception that the practical activity on Gili Sulat strongly supports the final competency of the course aligns with the transformative potential of practical experiences in education. As discussed by Satrya et al (2019), hands-on experiences in ecotourism settings can enhance students' understanding of theoretical concepts and contribute to the development of practical skills. The integration of experiential learning in the mangrove tourism context ensures a holistic approach to achieving course competencies.…”