Resident satisfaction with the impact of tourism development in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental
May F. Pontillas, Ian Jane L. Pucot, Melito L. Andoy & Voltaire B. Torrion
Abstract
This study assessed the impact of tourism development in Barangay Hoyohoy, Tangub City, focusing on its economic, environmental, and socio-cultural effects. It gathered residents’ feedback to inform improvements in their quality of life amid the government’s tourism development efforts. Grounded in the Sustainable Development Theory proposed by the World Commission on Environment and Development in 1987, the study emphasizes inter- and intragenerational equity across three key pillars: environment, economy, and society. A concurrent mixed-method research design was employed, involving 140 respondents in the quantitative phase using an adapted and modified questionnaire, and 10 participants in qualitative interviews using a structured interview guide. The findings revealed that residents recognize the positive socio-cultural impacts of tourism, such as enhanced community engagement and cultural exchange. However, they also expressed concerns about adverse economic and environmental effects, particularly regarding resource strain and economic challenges. The researchers concluded that while tourism is valued for its cultural and social benefits, addressing its negative impacts on the local economy and environment is essential.
Keywords
tourism development, resident satisfaction, sustainable tourism, economic, environmental, socio-cultural factor
Author information & Contribution
May F. Pontillas. Corresponding author. Student Researcher, Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College. Email: maypontillas8@gmail.com
Ian Jane L. Pucot. Student Researcher, Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College. Email: ianjanepucot23@gmail.com
Melito L. Andoy. Student Researcher, Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College. Email: melitoandoy28@gmail.com
Voltaire B. Torrion. Instructor I, Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College. Email: voltairetorrion1013@gmail.com.
"Author 1, 2, and Author 3 conceptualized the research topic and framework, conducted the data gathering of the study, and finalized the research framework. Author 4 provided insights and critical analysis for content and drafted and revised the manuscript for publication."
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This work was not supported by any funding.
Institutional Review Board Statement
This study was conducted in accordance with the ethical guidelines set by Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College. The conduct of this study has been approved and given relative clearance(s) by the Institute of Business and Financial Services, Tangub City Global College.
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Pontillas, M.F., Pucot, I.J.L., Andoy, M.L. & Torrion, V.B. (2025). Resident satisfaction with the impact of tourism development in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental. Journal of Hospitality, Tourism & Cultural Research, 1(2), 92-114. https://doi.org/10.53378/jhtcr.353221
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