Abstract:
This research aimed to explore infrastructure necessary for the promotion of innovationway
tourism, the implementation of sustainable Thaism policy to the promotion of innovation-way
tourism, and development approaches for the promotion of innovation-way tourism in Ban Non Kok,Udonthani Province. The research was conducted qualitatively. Data collection was conducted through interviews with those who played roles in innovation-way tourism and related documents. Content analysis was applied to analyze data.
The results revealed that the strengths of the people in Ban Non Kok were their local wisdom
in weaving and unity and harmony. However, nowadays, the number of woven fabric products did not meet the market demand due to social and economic changes, migration, and the long weaving process. In addition, economic recession was another factor causing a decrease in demand. Ban Non Kok was supported by public and private sectors, especially public relations, which helped promote their woven fabric products through the unique beauty of woven fabrics and their local wisdom and increase the demand for the fabric products among traditional fabric lovers and tourists. The government policy was significantly implemented to support innovation-way tourism. The success of the policy was evaluated
from the learning outcomes of the people in the creation of modern fabric patterns still embracing the traditional uniqueness and the application of local materials to their woven fabric products. This would contribute to an increase in their family income and a decrease in the migration rate. The research recommended the government emphasize the promotion of collaboration with networks and understanding as well as awareness of the value of local wisdom to ensure the sustainability and the strength of their community