Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Pembangunan Pariwisata Berkelanjutan Dampaknya terhadap Kualitas Hidup Masyarakat di Kecamatan Simanindo, Kabupaten Samosir

The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors that influence sustainable development and the quality of life of the community in Simanindo District, Samosir Regency. The sampling used probability sampling through cluster/area random sampling involving 50 respondents from the community in Simanindo District, especially the community in Tomok Village, Tuk-tuk Siadong Village, and Ambarita Village. Data collection techniques were carried out through questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was performed using path analysis. The results of the study of economic, socio-cultural, and environmental factors have a direct influence on sustainable development and the quality of life of the community in Simanindo District, Samosir Regency. Likewise, sustainable development has a direct influence on the quality of life of the community in Simanindo District, Samosir Regency. Furthermore, the quality of life of the people in Simanindo District, Samosir Regency is directly influenced by economic factors and socio-cultural factors without going through sustainable development. On the other hand, the quality of life of the people in Simanindo District, Samosir Regency is influenced indirectly by environmental factors, through sustainable tourism.