Tourism development and changes in life satisfaction: Case of Balinese community in Canggu traditional village, North Kuta

Authors

  • Wisnu Pramudya, S.Par., M.Sc. Universitas Gadjah Mada
  • Prof. Heddy Shri Ahimsa-Putra Universitas Gadjah Mada
  • Dr.rer.pol. Dyah Widiyastuti, S.T., M.C.P Universitas Gadjah Mada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25047/ijossh.v1i3.5665

Keywords:

Community well-being, Indigenous people, Livelihood shifts, Quality of life, Tourism impacts

Abstract

Extensive research on Bali's tourism has explored its development and various impacts, yet there is limited understanding of how tourism specifically affects the life satisfaction of local communities, particularly the Balinese. This study aims to investigate the changes in life satisfaction within the Balinese community of Canggu traditional village, driven by the rapid development of tourism. Adopting a qualitative approach, the research utilized participant observation and semi-structured interviews for data collection. A total of 17 informants were purposively selected to ensure diverse perspectives, enhancing the methodological rigor. Thematic analysis was conducted to identify patterns in how life satisfaction has evolved in response to tourism growth. The findings reveal that tourism has notably influenced various aspects of life satisfaction in Canggu, with significant improvements observed in financial stability. Before tourism, life satisfaction in the community was primarily derived from simple living, a sense of gratitude, strong social bonds, and adherence to traditional values, although financial limitations often led to dissatisfaction. With the expansion of tourism, improved economic conditions have enabled the community to enhance religious rituals, gain better access to education and healthcare, enjoy more leisure activities, and improve the condition of basic needs such as food, clothing, and housing. Moreover, the growth of cultural activities has fostered stronger social interactions, further enriched social relations, and boosted overall community satisfaction. However, to sustain these benefits, balancing tourism development with community welfare is crucial through strategies that promote both economic and cultural sustainability.

Author Biographies

Wisnu Pramudya, S.Par., M.Sc., Universitas Gadjah Mada

Wisnu Pramudya, S.Par., M.Sc. is a post-graduate from Master Program of Tourism Studies at the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada. He has published two articles: “Kelurahan Ubud di Ambang Kemacetan Total” and “Persepsi Wisatawan Terhadap Dampak Pengembangan Pariwisata Berkelanjutan di Desa Wisata Nglanggeran, Kabupaten Gunungkidul”. His research interests include Sociocultural Impacts of Tourism, Sustainable Tourism and Community Well-being.

 

Prof. Heddy Shri Ahimsa-Putra, Universitas Gadjah Mada

Prof. Dr. Heddy Shri Ahimsa-Putra, M.A., M.Phil. is a Professor of Anthropology at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada. He has served as a visiting professor at numerous universities both in Indonesia and abroad. He has authored several influential books, including “Minawang: Hubungan Patron-Klien di Sulawesi Selatan” and “Strukturalisme Levi-Strauss: Mitos dan Karya Sastra”. Additionally, he has published extensively in national and international academic journals. His research interests include Anthropology of Architecture, Anthropology of Religion, Anthropology of Tourism, and Ecological Anthropology.

Dr.rer.pol. Dyah Widiyastuti, S.T., M.C.P, Universitas Gadjah Mada

Dr.rer.pol. Dyah Widiyastuti, S.T., M.C.P. is a Lecturer of Urban Planning at the Faculty of Geography, Universitas Gadjah Mada. She also serves as the Head of the Master's Program in Tourism Studies at the same university. She has a prolific publication record in both national and international academic journals, with her latest contribution titled “Spatial Characteristics and Utilization Patterns of Riverside Areas for Tourism Development in Yogyakarta”. Her research interests encompass Public Space, Spatial Behavior, Tourism Geography, and Urban Spatial Planning.

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2025-01-25

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Pramudya, W., Ahimsa-Putra, H. S., & Widiyastuti, D. (2025). Tourism development and changes in life satisfaction: Case of Balinese community in Canggu traditional village, North Kuta. International Journal of Studies in Social Sciences and Humanities (IJOSSH), 1(3), 237–256. https://doi.org/10.25047/ijossh.v1i3.5665

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