Abstract

• Tourism is not only playing a vital role in the national economies but also results can have both positive and negative impacts on tourists’ destinations and local communities. Reducing the negative impacts of tourism depends on the development of well-planned strategies that facilitate informed decision-making for sustainable and responsible tourism. This study aims to analyze the level of tourism development in Nyaung Shwe Township using the Doxy Irritation Index. According to the Doxey Irritation Index, this study concludes that residents of Nyaung Shwe Township perceive tourism activities at the “Apathy” stage. Additionally, this study also found that age, educational background, length of residence, occupation, and educational backgrounds influence on residents' perceptions.