Participatory Development Guideline for Historical Tourism Logistics of Phanthai Norasing Community in Samut Sakhon Province

Abstract

           This research was aimed 1) to investigate satisfaction level towards elements of historical tourism logistics at Phanthai Norasing Community in Samut Sakhon Province, 2) to study participation in historical tourism logistics development of Phanthai Norasing Community in Samut Sakhon Province, and 3) to provide guidelines of historical tourism logistics with the participatory of Phanthai Norasing Community in Samut Sakhon Province. To obtain data, this research applied the use of questionnaire with 400 participants, along with in-depth interview with four groups of stakeholders.  Descriptive statistics was used including mean, and standard deviation. In-depth interview was applied for data analysis.

          The results showed that satisfaction level of the tourists on the elements of tourism logistics was at the highest level, in overall. When considering in each aspect, it was found that the highest average was place, which indicated an effective management of the tourism system. This revealed that visitors adored and highly respected the place. In contrast, the lowest average was transportation, which was required the improvement. When considering these results along with the community participation, the stakeholders have acted according to their responsibilities. However, the information from each stakeholder can be connected and problems can be solved. Lastly, the community has participated in the tourism planning with a public sector: sub-district administrative organization.