Peer-to-peer Accommodation and Community Resilience: Implications for Sustainable Development

The growth of peer-to-peer (P2P) accommodation has raised concerns over its potentially negative economic, social, and environmental impacts on destinations. This edited book examines the phenomenon from a community resilience lens, considering the implications of P2P accommodation growth on local communities and sustainable development. It highlights the need to examine the nexus between P2P accommodation, sustainability, and local community resilience, and presents empirical and conceptual perspectives from urban and rural communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 16 March 2022
Publisher: CABI Publishing

The remarkable growth of peer-to-peer (P2P) accommodation has brought about significant attention, yet it has also raised concerns regarding its potentially negative economic, social, and environmental impacts. Policy agendas have recognized this emerging problem as it affects many local communities in destinations experiencing a surge in P2P accommodation. Specifically, concerns have been raised about the impact of the growth of P2P accommodation on local housing markets, residents' well-being, and the environment due to the touristification of residential areas. Many observers have accused P2P accommodation of exacerbating the overtourism problem that many destinations face.

In response to this need, this edited book aims to examine the P2P accommodation phenomenon through a community resilience lens. By gathering a collection of chapters that present a diverse range of empirical and conceptual perspectives from urban and rural communities, the book explores the implications of P2P accommodation growth on the resilience of local communities and the sustainable development of places.

One of the key highlights of this book is the recognition of the rapid growth of the P2P accommodation sector. While this growth has brought about economic benefits and increased accessibility to travel, it has also led to concerns about professionalization and the potential impact on local community resilience. The book emphasizes the need to examine the nexus between P2P accommodation, sustainability, and local community resilience, recognizing that these factors are interconnected and interdependent.

The collection of chapters in this book offers valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners, and academics. Each chapter presents empirical and conceptual perspectives from urban and rural communities, providing a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon. The chapters cover various aspects, including the economic impact of P2P accommodation, the social implications of its growth, and the environmental challenges it poses. They also explore the role of P2P accommodation in promoting sustainable tourism and the potential for it to contribute to local community development.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, this book is particularly relevant. The pandemic has had a profound impact on the tourism industry, and P2P accommodation has been no exception. The chapters address the challenges and opportunities that P2P accommodation has faced during this period, including the impact on local communities, the adaptation of hosts and guests, and the potential for P2P accommodation to play a role in post-pandemic recovery.

Overall, this edited book provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the P2P accommodation phenomenon. It highlights the need to address the potential negative impacts while also recognizing the potential benefits and opportunities it presents. By adopting a community resilience lens, the book offers valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners, and academics in developing strategies and policies that promote sustainable tourism, support local communities, and ensure the long-term sustainability of destinations.

Weight: 642g
Dimension: 244 x 172 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789246605