The Development of Bed and Breakfast Industry in Gulangyu Island: A Cultural Anthropology Perspective

A rapid expansion of the bed and breakfast (B&B) industry on Gulangyu Island reflects shifting cultural practices and economic behaviors among tourists and locals. Unlike previous studies that focused solely on tourism or economics, this research employs cultural anthropology to analyze how B&Bs integrate into the island's heritage community, particularly under pandemic conditions. By examining social interactions, spatial adaptations, and symbolic meanings tied to accommodation choices, the study reveals how B&Bs serve as microcosms of cultural negotiation between preservation and modernization. These insights offer a nuanced framework for balancing heritage conservation with contemporary hospitality development in international settlements.

Yile, M. (2024). The Development of Bed and Breakfast Industry in Gulangyu Island: A Cultural Anthropology Perspective. Anthropological Explorations of Gender, Identity, and Economics, 182–193. https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-81-970867-8-6/ch17