A Critical Review of Sustainable Practices in Homestay Operations

Abstract

Homestay tourism is essentially an assortment of rural tourism that attempts to attract tourists to immaculate destinations to share the customs, cultural legacy of the local people. In fact, rural tourism is a multifaceted concept that may consist of resort-based holiday plans, adventure tourism, health tourism, and leisure tourism. The basic idea of homestay is to provide a home away from home to the tourists, to enjoy the pleasure of home and family while visiting various destinations. The homestay operators provide neat, relaxing rooms in a traditional atmosphere, with authentic food and pleasing hospitality which are the basic components of a homestay initiative. Home-Stay Tourism is attracting the interest of scholars and facilitators alike, despite the fact that it is still a relatively new idea. The term "homestay" may suggest welcoming tourists and travelers into one's home in the same way one would any other guest's, with little to no structural changes. However, as intermediaries play an increasingly important role in connecting tourists and hosts, many homeowners feel pressured to make extensive renovations to meet the standards set by these intermediaries, if only to ensure their own success in the industry. House owners sometimes find themselves obligated to compromise their own priorities, tastes, and comfort zones in order to fulfill the terms of contracts & agreements with these larger brands.