SWOT Analysis of Religious Tourism in the Roi Kaen Sarn Sin Cluster of Northeastern Thailand

Naipinit, Aree; Maneenetr, Thirachaya; Sakolnakorn, Thongphon Promsaka Na; Churngchow, Chidchanok; Kroeksakul, Patarapong

doi:10.5539/ass.v9n13p262

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“…Moreover, cultural tourism allows religion and beliefs to be integrated into tours (Naipinit et al, 2013a). Thailand also has strategies for development that are divided into clusters in order to develop plans for suitable areas; Khon Kaen province is grouped in the "Roi Kaen Sarn Sin" cluster (Naipinit et al, 2013b).…”

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Tourist Transportation Problems and Guidelines for Developing the Tourism Industry in Khon Kaen, Thailand

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Sakolnakorn³

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Lack of public transportation and traffic jams are major issues in many tourist destinations. In this study, we present the tourism-related problems of Khon Kaen, Thailand, and provide guidelines to develop its tourism industry. We performed in-depth interviews with 30 tourists, 20 local residents, and 5 government agencies in the Khon Kaen municipality. In addition, we did a small group discussion by inviting 5 tourists, 5 local residents, 5 government agencies, and 3 academicians to discuss ways to improve tourist transportation in Khon Kaen. From the study, we found that Khon Kaen lacks public transportation. We also found that, although the city can be reached by air, the current flight options are not enough to meet the needs of passengers; furthermore, the city's rail transportation needs to be developed, and there is no municipal bus service around the city or between the city and the airport. To develop transportation guidelines for the tourism industry, local governments, especially in the Khon Kaen municipality, should host an initiative and bring all stakeholders together to solve the problem. In addition, a city bus system needs to be developed immediately, and a public transportation network that links to tourist attractions is also important because it is difficult for tourists to access attractions if they do not have private transportation. Finally, public facilities such as toilets, as well as walkways for disabled people and elderly, also need to be developed, but with environmentally sustainable designs.

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Tourist Transportation Problems and Guidelines for Developing the Tourism Industry in Khon Kaen, Thailand

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Naipinit²,

Sakolnakorn³

et al. 2014

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“…In addition, infrastructure and transportation includes facilities for tourists such as electricity, water supply, Internet access, water, and accommodations (Naipinit et al, 2013a). Infrastructure and promotion related to tourism needs more attention from local government (Reihanian, Mahmood, Kahrom & Wan Hin, 2012).…”

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The Management Strategy of Cultural Tourism: A Case Study of Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand

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Maneenetr²,

Kunarucks³

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The objectives of this study are to examine the motivation of tourists who came to visit Sakon Nakhon province and to study the guidelines of management strategy for cultural tourism in Sakon Nakhon province. In this paper, we used quantitative and qualitative methods by providing 800 questionnaires to Thais and foreign travelers, and we analyzed data using mean and standard deviation. In addition, we also used a focus group by inviting 20 experts involved in the tourism industry to discuss strategic management and analyzed the data using content and descriptive analysis. The results of this study show that Sakon Nakhon has several attractive places to motivate tourists to visit. The researchers recommend four strategic guidelines and eighteen management objectives to develop cultural tourism, and we also suggest three policy implementations for tourism development.

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“…Roi-Kaen-San-Sin cluster was set up by the Thai government in 2003 to develop a network for increasing the economic potential in the northeastern, Thailand (Naipinit et al, 2013).…”

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“…This cluster is established officially on 2003 to develop economic potential in the northeasten of Thailand which was formerly declared a land of poverty (Naipinit et al, 2013). This area is comprised of many well-known temples and meditation practice places such as Weluwana temple in KhonKaen province, Phra MahaChedi Chai Mongkol in Roi Et province, Wat Pa Wang Nam Yen in Mahasarakham provinces.…”

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Guidelines to Development Wellness Tourism in Roi-Kaen-San-Sin Cluster, Thailand

Maneenetr

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2014

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SWOT Analysis of Religious Tourism in the Roi Kaen Sarn Sin Cluster of Northeastern Thailand

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Tourist Transportation Problems and Guidelines for Developing the Tourism Industry in Khon Kaen, Thailand

Tourist Transportation Problems and Guidelines for Developing the Tourism Industry in Khon Kaen, Thailand

The Management Strategy of Cultural Tourism: A Case Study of Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand

Guidelines to Development Wellness Tourism in Roi-Kaen-San-Sin Cluster, Thailand

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