Development Of Tourism Destination Areas: A Study on The Implementation of Policies for The Development of Tourist Attractions in Wasur Merauke National Park

Abstract

This research discusses implementing tourism development policies in Merauke Regency, explicitly focusing on Wasur National Park. This study identifies strategies and efforts made by the local government in developing natural tourism attractions in the Wasur National Park area to improve the welfare of local communities and expand the tourism sector's contribution to Regional Original Revenue (PAD). The analysis includes public policy dimensions, organizational structure, and the roles of actors and stakeholders involved in policy implementation. Combining primary and secondary data, this article provides in-depth insights into the challenges, successes, and impacts of tourism development policies in Wasur National Park, highlighting the importance of inter-agency coordination and community participation in achieving regional development goals through the tourism sector.