Empowering Local Society Through Digital Regenerative Tourism: A Community-Based Tourism Bali Model at Candi Tebing Tegallinggah, Gianyar, Indonesia

Abstract

Regenerative tourism is a new approach to destination development that focuses not only on sustainability but also on social, cultural, and environmental restoration and empowerment. This research aims to develop a Balinese-style Community-Based Tourism (CBT) based tourism management model that is integrated with a digital regenerative approach at Tegalinggah Cliff Temple, Gianyar. This research uses a qualitative-descriptive approach with a case study method, through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation studies. The results of the study show that the management of the Tegallinggah Cliff Temple is still conventional and has not utilized digital technology optimally. Balinese-style Community-Based Tourism (CBT) principles, rooted in local values such as Tri Hita Karana, have great potential to be integrated with participatory digital platforms. This research formulates a website-based tourism management model that not only supports promotion and education but also encourages the active participation of local communities in cultural preservation and economic improvement. This finding is expected to be a reference in the development of cultural tourism destinations in other areas in Bali, as well as in other similar regions in Indonesia and the world.