Hi,
My name is Fatemeh Safari, and you are invited to participate in my research project, how do hostels in BC create a sense of community among young travellers. I am a Master of Arts in Tourism Management student in the School of Tourism and Hospitality at Royal Roads University. The project is supervised by Dr. Ann-Kathrin McLean, Assistant Professor in the School of Tourism and Hospitality Management. You may verify the authenticity of this project by contacting Ann-Kathrin via e-mail: Annkathrin.6mclean@royalroads.ca .
Your participation will consist of participating in a survey and your involvement is foreseen to last 10 minutes. In addition to submitting my final report to Royal Roads University on partial fulfillment for a Master of Arts in Tourism Management, I will also be sharing my research findings with any organization, association, academic center, academic journal, or anyone interested in this topic. The results might also be disseminated at public and academic conferences and presentations. If you are interested in receiving a copy of my study upon completion, please send me a private message with your contact details.
The survey data will be anonymously recorded and analyzed in a final report, with your opinions and suggestions kept confidential. The data will be stored securely for three years, with no conflict of interest. Participation is voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time. The project has been approved by the RRU Research Ethics Board. For questions, contact the Office of Research Ethics at ethicalreview@royalroads.ca; 1-250-391-2600 ext. 4425.

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* 1. Are you a hostel staff or a hostel traveller?

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* 2. What is your age?

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* 3. What is your gender identity?

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* 4. What is the highest level of school you have completed or the highest degree you have received?

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* 5. In what country do you live?

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* 6. My total income last year was

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* 7. If you are a hostel traveller please answer:
How long did you stay in the hostel during your last trip?

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* 8. If you are a hostel staff please answer:
How long have you worked at this hostel?

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* 9. What activities or events did the hostel organize to foster a sense of community?

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* 10. Did you make new friends during your stay or work at hostel?

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* 11. Would you recommend staying in hostel in BC to other young travelers?

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* 12. How welcoming were the staff and other guests?

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* 13. How would you rate the sense of community at the hostel?

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* 14. What could the hostel do better to enhance the sense of community?

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* 15. The hostel’s decor and ambiance make it feel welcoming and conducive to forming connections with others.

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* 16. The hostel's use of social media and apps helps me connect with other guests.

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* 17. Can you describe any specific features of the hostel's physical space that made it easier for you to connect with other travelers?

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* 18. How has the technology provided by the hostel (e.g., Wi-Fi, apps, social media) impacted your ability to connect with other guests?

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