A Case of Homestays in Brunei as a Means of Socio-Economic Development

This paper aims to discuss how homestays in Brunei represents a means of socio-economic development. While recognizing the socio-economic benefits and revenue streams that homestays gain from not only providing accommodation facilities, the wide range of cultural activities and exposures will strengthen the preservation of Brunei’s cultural heritage. A case study approach and qualitative research method were conducted in this study. The key findings reveal that the community participation in three homestays is perceived to empower individuals in contributing on-going socio-economic development of their respective village. This study contributes knowledge and practical suggestions to potential ventures, homestay operators and researchers.