JURNAL EDUKASI - ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EMPOWERMENT IN FOREIGN TOURIST SERVICES TO IMPROVE THE ECONOMY OF KAWAH IJEN TROLLEY WORKERS IN BANYUWANGI

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Kawah Ijen in Banyuwangi, East Java is a prominent natural attraction known for its sulfur crater and the globally recognized blue fire phenomenon. The area also reflects a distinctive socio-economic transition in which local sulfur miners adapt into tourism service providers, especially as trolley operators who transport visitors to the crater rim. The study examines how natural resources, community adaptation, and English proficiency support sustainable tourism. Data are gathered through literature review, tourism statistics, and expert perspectives, showing communication barriers with foreign tourists. English training and community-based capacity building enhance service quality, tourist satisfaction, and long-term destination sustainability.

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Introduction

Kawah Ijen as a tourism destination

Geological significance and visitor attraction

Community transition to trolley services

Communication challenges with foreign tourists

[https://ejournal](https://ejournal) fkip id/judek JURNAL EDUKASI - .[unisi.ac](unisi.ac). Vol. 13 No .2 Tahun (2025) ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EMPOWERMENT IN FOREIGN TOURIST SERVICES TO IMPROVE THE ECONOMY OF KAWAH IJEN TROLLEY WORKERS IN BANYUWANGI Doni Hadi Irawan1, Muhammad Alfi Khoiruman2 1, 2 Akademi Kelautan Banyuwangi, Indonesia E-mail: [hadie.bwi@gmail.com](hadie.bwi@gmail.com1)[1](hadie.bwi@gmail.com1), [malfikhoiruman@gmail.com](malfikhoiruman@gmail.com2)[2](malfikhoiruman@gmail.com2) ABSTRAK Kawah Ijen di Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur, merupakan salah satu objek wisata alam paling terkemuka di Indonesia, yang terkenal dengan kawah belerangnya dan fenomena api biru yang mendunia. Selain signifikansi geologisnya, kawasan ini menggambarkan transformasisosial-ekonomi yang unik di mana para penambang belerang lokal telah beralih menjadi penyedia layanan pariwisata, khususnya sebagai operator trem yang mengangkut wisatawan ke bibir kawah. Studi ini mengeksplorasi interaksi antara sumber daya alam, adaptasi masyarakat, dan peran kemahiran berbahasa Inggris dalam mendukung pariwisata berkelanjutan. Data dikumpulkan melalui tinjauan pustaka, statistik pariwisata, dan perspektif pakar. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun pariwisata memberikan peluang ekonomi yang lebih besar dibandingkan dengan penambangan belerang, hambatan komunikasi, terutama dengan wisatawan mancanegara, menimbulkantantangan yang signifikan. Pelatihan bahasa Inggris dan pengembangan kapasitas berbasis masyarakat sangat penting untuk meningkatkan kualitas layanan, kepuasan wisatawan, dan keberlanjutan jangka panjang Kawah Ijen sebagai destinasi kelas dunia. Kata Kunci: Kawah Ijen, ekowisata, pariwisata berbasis masyarakat, kemampuan bahasa Inggris, transformasi sosial ekonomi ABSTRACT Kawah Ijen in Banyuwangi, East Java, is one of Indonesia’s most prominent natural attractions, known for its sulfur crater and the world-famous blue fire phenomenon. Beyond its geological significance, the area illustrates a unique socio-economic transformation in which local sulfur miners have transitioned into tourism service providers, particularly as trolley operators transporting tourists to the crater rim. This study explores the interplay between natural resources, community adaptation, and the role of English proficiency in supporting sustainable tourism. Data were collected through literature reviews, tourism statistics, and expert perspectives. The findings reveal that while tourism provides greater economic opportunities compared to sulfur mining, communication barriers, especially with foreign tourists, pose significant challenges. English language training and community-based capacity building are crucial for enhancing service quality, tourist satisfaction, and long-term sustainability of Kawah Ijenas a world-class destination. Keywords: Kawah Ijen, ecotourism, community-based tourism, English proficiency, socio-economic transformation 568 INTRODUCTION Kawah Ijen is one of the most captivating mountain tourism destinations in Banyuwangi, East Java. According to the East Java Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BBKSDA), the Ijen mountain forest area was designated as a nature reserve through the Decree of the Governor General of the Dutch East Indies No. 46 dated October 9, 1920, Stbl No. 736, covering an area of 2,560 hectares. Later, on December 10, 1981, through the Decree of the Minister of Agriculture No. 1017/KptsII/Um/12/1981, a portion of 92 hectares was reclassified as the Kawah Ijen Nature Tourism Park, while the remaining 2,468 hectares remained a nature reserve. Beyond its breathtaking natural scenery, Kawah Ijen also holds significant geological potential. It is the largest volcanic crater in Java, producing sulfur from its deep solfatara. Based on data from the Banyuwangi Tourism Office, the crater reaches a depth of approximately 200 meters and contains nearly 36 million cubic meters of acidic, steaming

FAQs

What economic transition do Kawah Ijen trolley workers experience?

Local sulfur miners shift toward tourism services by operating trolleys that transport visitors to the crater rim, creating more profitable livelihoods than traditional mining.

Why is English proficiency important in foreign tourist services at Kawah Ijen?

English is needed to communicate effectively with foreign tourists, address language barriers, and support better service delivery and visitor understanding.

How were data for the study collected?

The study used literature reviews, tourism statistics, and expert perspectives to analyze the role of English empowerment in sustainable tourism development.

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