THE IMPACT OF HALAL TOURISM ON THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY OF SANTEN ISLAND

Abstract

Santen Island , one of them destination growing tourism rapidly in Indonesia, has showenhancement visit significant tourists , esp _ in context halal tourism . Draft Halal tourismdeveloped on Santen Island is development destination marked tours with exists guarantee halalfacilities . Like halal food , prohibited sale drink alcoholic , announcement time before prayer(azan), place purify complete with facility places of worship, as well facility concept separationbetween men and women . This research aims For know impact halal tourism towardsdevelopment economic and social public local Santen Island . This research uses approachqualitative with interview holder interest main , like public local , and secondary data analysisFor give comprehensive insight . Research results show that halal tourism has give impactsignificant positive to economy Santen Island . This is reflected in enhancement income publiclocal through sector tourism , creation field new jobs , and growth business local that focuseson halal services and products . Apart from impact economy , halal tourism also has an impacton change social activities on Santen Island . Interaction between Muslim tourists andcommunities local has push exchange culture and understanding cross culture . Localcommunity the more value values diversity and awareness environment , along with increasingawareness will continuity in tourism .