,3 DIFFERENT LOCATIONS PROVIDED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OCEAN VIEW GUESTHOUSE‘S IN CAPE TOWN FOR THE SMITH FAMILY‘S
FIVE-DAY VACATION................................................................................................ 3
SUITABILITY OF ―BEACHSIDE FAMILY GUESTHOUSE‖ IN DURBAN FOR MR
SMITH‘S FIVE-DAY FAMILY VACATION................................................................... 9
EVALUATING THE LOCATION SUITABILITY OF GQEBERHA FAMILY HAVEN
RESORT FOR A FIVE-DAY FAMILY VACATION .................................................... 14
, OCEAN VIEW GUESTHOUSE’S IN CAPE TOWN FOR THE SMITH FAMILY’S FIVE-
DAY VACATION
1. Introduction
Family vacations often hinge on finding an accommodation establishment whose
location meets the travelers‘ needs for access, convenience, and memorable
experiences. In this scenario, Mr Smith and his family (his wife and their two teenage
sons) plan to travel from Johannesburg for a five-day holiday in September and have
decided to stay throughout at the proposed accommodation establishment from
Activity 3.4 in Learning Unit 03. For the purposes of this discussion, that establishment
will be referred to as Ocean View Family Guesthouse. This guesthouse is situated
in a seaside suburb within the Cape Town metropolitan area. Learning Unit 03
(University of South Africa, 2023) underscores the importance of location attributes
when selecting accommodation for any market segment, highlighting how proximity to
certain amenities, transportation hubs, and attractions can influence overall
satisfaction.
The purpose of this essay is to analyze the suitability of Ocean View Family
Guesthouse‘s location by detailing how each recognized location attribute— specifically
as identified by Yang et al. (2015), Issahaku and Amuquandoh (2013), Cobanoglu et
al. (2003), and Lee et al. (2010)—can benefit Mr Smith‘s family. In doing so, it will
become clear why this guesthouse is ideal for a short family-oriented holiday.
2. Overview of Ocean View Family Guesthouse
Ocean View Family Guesthouse is designed to cater to traveling families, offering
multi-bed suites, optional kitchenettes, and a range of communal spaces. It is near
both natural attractions (such as beaches and mountains) and modern conveniences
(shopping centers and public transport). The suburban atmosphere promises a tranquil
escape, yet it remains integrated with key transport routes and tourist hotspots. Since
the Smith family intends to explore Cape Town in a limited five-day
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OCEAN VIEW GUESTHOUSE‘S IN CAPE TOWN FOR THE SMITH FAMILY‘S
FIVE-DAY VACATION................................................................................................ 3
SUITABILITY OF ―BEACHSIDE FAMILY GUESTHOUSE‖ IN DURBAN FOR MR
SMITH‘S FIVE-DAY FAMILY VACATION................................................................... 9
EVALUATING THE LOCATION SUITABILITY OF GQEBERHA FAMILY HAVEN
RESORT FOR A FIVE-DAY FAMILY VACATION .................................................... 14
, OCEAN VIEW GUESTHOUSE’S IN CAPE TOWN FOR THE SMITH FAMILY’S FIVE-
DAY VACATION
1. Introduction
Family vacations often hinge on finding an accommodation establishment whose
location meets the travelers‘ needs for access, convenience, and memorable
experiences. In this scenario, Mr Smith and his family (his wife and their two teenage
sons) plan to travel from Johannesburg for a five-day holiday in September and have
decided to stay throughout at the proposed accommodation establishment from
Activity 3.4 in Learning Unit 03. For the purposes of this discussion, that establishment
will be referred to as Ocean View Family Guesthouse. This guesthouse is situated
in a seaside suburb within the Cape Town metropolitan area. Learning Unit 03
(University of South Africa, 2023) underscores the importance of location attributes
when selecting accommodation for any market segment, highlighting how proximity to
certain amenities, transportation hubs, and attractions can influence overall
satisfaction.
The purpose of this essay is to analyze the suitability of Ocean View Family
Guesthouse‘s location by detailing how each recognized location attribute— specifically
as identified by Yang et al. (2015), Issahaku and Amuquandoh (2013), Cobanoglu et
al. (2003), and Lee et al. (2010)—can benefit Mr Smith‘s family. In doing so, it will
become clear why this guesthouse is ideal for a short family-oriented holiday.
2. Overview of Ocean View Family Guesthouse
Ocean View Family Guesthouse is designed to cater to traveling families, offering
multi-bed suites, optional kitchenettes, and a range of communal spaces. It is near
both natural attractions (such as beaches and mountains) and modern conveniences
(shopping centers and public transport). The suburban atmosphere promises a tranquil
escape, yet it remains integrated with key transport routes and tourist hotspots. Since
the Smith family intends to explore Cape Town in a limited five-day
