Exploring Regenerative Tourism in Coastal Areas: A Case Study of the Red Sea Global, Saudi Arabia

Abstract

The research examines how restoration initiatives affect Red Sea coast RSG destination sustainability and quality of life. This study will investigate why community members desire to participate in RSGO's regeneration efforts, the challenges encountered during implementation, and how to overcome them and enhance community engagement. The mixed methods research analyses qualitative data from in-depth interview with RSGO sustainability specialist and quantitative data from 165 RSG site inhabitants. Community awareness, motivations, and barriers to regenerative project involvement are studied using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis, while thematic analysis uncovers important qualitative data themes and patterns. Beach cleanups, afforestation, and cultural resurgence illustrate that RSGO considers economic, social, and environmental concerns in sustainability. Cultural values, environmental awareness, and a desire to own something motivate community members to join; however, language barriers, a lack of matching skills, and volunteer shortages provide challenges. Increase community participation by improving communication, adapting programming to community needs, and building innovative partnerships. Effective communication, community empowerment, and collaboration enhance regenerative tourism and sustainable development in coastal areas, according to the research. Making things more transparent and open, adjusting initiatives to community needs, decreasing barriers to engagement, and boosting ecotourism are some possibilities. These proposals may help RSGO and other groups restore coastal communities for the long term.