Study on tourist perception and multiplier effects of Malalayang Beach Walk development in Manado City toward the local community economy

The existence of facilities at a tourist destination has a great influence on the number of tourist visits and the economy of local communities. If the destination is known as unique and all the supporting facilities can provide comfort for tourists, the potential for increasing the number of tourist visits and the economy of local communities will be even greater. Although beach reclamation has many positive aspects, it has changed the face of Manado Bay, which has lost its sandy beaches. The loss of sandy beaches has also resulted in the loss of beach recreation areas, boat moorings and coastal green open spaces. As a result, the location of beach recreation has shifted from the area near the city centre to the Malalayang Beach area, which has now been developed into the Malalayang Beach Walk tourist object. This study was conducted to determine the tourist perception and multiplier effects of the Malalayang Beach Walk development on the local community economy. The analysis used in this study is qualitative and quantitative. The data used was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. From this research, information was obtained that the newly constructed Malalayang Beach Walk has been able to increase tourists' perception of the Malalayang Beach tourism object. Likewise, the development of Malalayang Beach Walk has proven to be very effective in increasing the number of tourists and the local community's income.