Profiling Specialist Accommodation Operators in the Nature-Based Tourism Sector of North Queensland

摘要: Specialist accommodation operators located near protected areas are a growing niche market. This paper presents profile of the owner-operators this nature-based sector in North Queensland. Some 101 bed and breakfasts, farm stays, caravan parks, cabins, cottages, licensed public hotels, backpacker hostels, retreats ecolodges were surveyed. Bed & breakfast, cabin cottage operations popular style accommodation. The average 49 years age, relatively evenly distributed across education levels their reason for operating specialist is commonly change lifestyle. For unknown reasons there sharp decline time establishment after eight years. Research sector, particularly Australia, scarce attempts to contribute an understanding alternative mass style.