Scope and Delimitation

This study aims to investigate the influence of Tourism on the economy of Purok Durian in the district of
New La Union, Maitum, Sarangani Province. This study will focus on the economic impact of Tourism on
the Purok Durian industry, including income generated by local farmers and businesses as well as the
employment opportunities created by the industry. The study will also examine the factors that
contribute to the success of the Purok Durian industry in attracting tourists, such as marketing strategies
and product quality. This study is limited to the Purok Durian industry in Brgy. New La Union, Maitum,
Sarangani Province. Both impact of tourism on the regions overall economy and the coverage of other
agricultural sectors in the area are not topics of the study. Also, the study will not look into how tourism
is affecting it. The study will not look into how tourism is affected local customs, social dynamics or it’s
cultural or social affects on the economy.

Significance of the Study

Residents - This study will give information to the residents about how to accept more tourists and make
their place better.

Brgy. Officials - This study will help the Brgy. Officials improve their Barangay. Through this study, they
can also provide safety to people who will visit their tourists.

Co-researchers - This study can help co-researchers receive research ideas and information. Also, they
tidbits from this study can be beneficial for them as they go on with their research.

Future Researchers - This may benefit future researchers since it will serve as a blueprint for their future
work. Also, it gives them necessary recommendations for improving their study from the information
and data being gathered by this research.

Owner/Tourist Spot Owner - They can generates more opportunity to the residents of Purok Durian and
increase the level of economic status of specific area.