Strategies for enhancing Tourism in Nepal: focusing on domestic tourism

Abstract

Nepal is famous for its beautiful landscapes and rich cultural history, making it a great place for international tourists. This thesis looks at ways to make Nepal more attractive to tourists within the country. It focuses on improvement required in basic infrastructure, promoting eco-friendly tourism, and using online marketing. The study also considers the impact of government rules for growth of domestic tourism. By tackling issues like difficult access and uneven tourist numbers throughout the year, the research aims to suggest practical solutions to enhance domestic tourism experiences and to increase the number of domestic visitors. The study used surveys and analysis involving local people from Nepal and university students to find the main problems affecting tourism and to suggest solutions. It used both qualitative and quantitative methods through two surveys. The first survey looked at tourism in Nepal as a whole, while the second focused on domestic tourism. By collecting opinions from locals and students, the study successfully achieved its goals. The study found the main problems stopping domestic tourism from growing in Nepal. It also investigated what young people think about traveling within the country and why they do not travel much. It also pointed out what young people expect and prefer when it comes to domestic tourism. The study suggested practical ways to encourage more Nepalese to travel within the country and to help improve local tourism while solving these challenges