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The self-catering accommodation market: A review of electronic and other sources

Johns, Nick; Lynch, Paul

Authors

Nick Johns

Paul Lynch



Abstract

This paper contributes to a better understanding the self-catering accommodation sector by considering its nature and scope within Scotland, the {UK} and the international context. It reviews the available literature search and also presents an exhaustive search of the Internet. The term “self catering accommodation” typically refers to cottages and holiday flats, but also may include larger premises as well as mobile units such as boats. Student accommodation comes into this category, as do serviced apartments for business use. Self-catered accommodation is widely used for activity holidays, and courses for outward-bound or country pursuits. The sector is considered in terms of economic impact, ownership, and mode of use, and an analysis of the market shows that it has grown and changed rapidly since the 1980s driven by changes in the economy and advances in technology. During the same period demand has increased due to demographic, economic and lifestyle changes, the predominant segments being older and middle-aged customers and young couples without children. The growth of short break holidays and a growing interest in country pursuits and activity holidays favour the self-catering sector.

Citation

Johns, N., & Lynch, P. (2007). The self-catering accommodation market: A review of electronic and other sources. International Journal of Hospitality Management, 26, 293-309. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhm.2006.10.006

Journal Article Type Article
Online Publication Date Nov 20, 2006
Publication Date 2007-06
Deposit Date Aug 2, 2016
Journal International Journal of Hospitality Management
Print ISSN 0278-4319
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 26
Pages 293-309
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhm.2006.10.006
Keywords Self-catering accommodation; Internet search; Market profile
Public URL http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/322901
Publisher URL http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0278431906001113





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