Fuzzy Modeling of Tourism Development in Lorestan Province with Mixed Approach

The present study is an applied research aimed at providing a model of tourism development indicators in Lorestan province. In order to achieve the research goals, a series of tourism development indicators was identified based on previous studies and interviews with 10 experts from the tourism sector of Lorestan province selected by chi-square sampling method. These factors are analyzed using the interpretive-structural modeling technique and, finally, the relationship and sequence of indices are obtained. Research findings indicate that restoration and optimization of communication networks, culture and culture to increase the awareness of residents of the province from the benefits of the tourism industry and the responsiveness and rapid service to the requests of tourists are the most basic variables for the development of tourism. The insight that this model offers to the tourism industry managers of Lorestan province can be a guide to and complementary to strategic planning for the development of this industry in the province.