“Home away from home”: Airbnb v/s Traditional Guest Houses
| dc.contributor.author | ABHIJEET UMESH RATHOD | |
| dc.contributor.author | AMAY DEEP | |
| dc.contributor.author | AMISHA BABURAO JUVATKAR | |
| dc.contributor.author | RICHA RAJESH SHETKAR | |
| dc.contributor.author | SALOME SOUZA | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-05-09T06:10:54Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-05-09T06:10:54Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2026 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This research project, named "Home Away from Home: Airbnb v/s Traditional Guest Houses," offers a comparative study of the contemporary alternative accommodation option and the traditional hospitality industry in the tourist capital of Goa. As the travel industry continues to grow, it is imperative to understand the ever-changing demands of the traveling community. The main aim of this research is to explore and analyze the unique factors that contribute to a traveler's decision to choose either an Airbnb or a traditional guest house. The research study centers on a number of key factors, such as the cost structure, the range of amenities, geographical location, the effects of online peer reviews, cultural authenticity, and the responsiveness of the hosts. To ensure a comprehensive result, a mixed-methods research approach was adopted. The primary data was carefully collected from a sample of 144 respondents using a structured questionnaire, which was then combined with qualitative information from recent research articles and secondary sources from the industry. The results of the research study clearly show a marked difference in the preferences of the consumers, where the key drivers for Airbnb are amenities and online reviews, and for traditional guest houses, strategic location and proximity remains the factors for those opting for traditional guest houses. The study concludes that although market trends favor personalization, the final choice depends on each traveler’s needs and expectations. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | http://rcca.ndl.gov.in/handle/123456789/608 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | ASST. PROF. DR. ZAMILA ELISIA PACHECO | |
| dc.title | “Home away from home”: Airbnb v/s Traditional Guest Houses | |
| dc.type | Other |