Dear Participant,
Lesbian Tourism: ‘The Relationship between the Lesbian ‘Rainbow Tourist’ and Perth, W.A.’
In September, 2008, the Lord Mayor of Perth, Ms Lisa Scaffidi wants to position Perth as a ‘gay-friendly’ or ‘homosexual-friendly’ city, but some opposition were against this notion.
Whilst the social exclusion of both gay males and lesbian tourists are targeted, the focus of this research is on lesbian residents and lesbian tourists, since there is an identified lack of research done on this topic. This study will support statistical evaluation of this defined group
This study is an Honours Project study in Tourism at Murdoch University, under the supervision of Dr. Diane Lee, Tourism Program Chair.
Aim of the study
The focus of this study is to find out how ‘lesbian-friendly’ Perth is, as an attractive tourist destination. In particular, how accessible and welcoming it is for an international or domestic lesbian ‘rainbow tourist’ visiting Perth.
This study aims to address the following objectives, through the perspectives of self-identified lesbian residents, as well as both domestic and international visitors.
- To understand lesbian residents’ perceptions of Perth as an attractive lesbian tourist destination.
- To evaluate the motivations and satisfaction of lesbian tourists to Perth.
- To determine if there is a sustainable relationship between the lesbian ‘rainbow-tourist’ and Perth W.A.
This study seeks to highlight measures necessary to sustain lesbian tourism by making it more inclusive, welcoming and ‘lesbian-friendly’.
What does your participation involve?
Completion of this survey is on a voluntary basis for those who are above 18 years old, self-identified lesbian females. This survey is anticipated to take approximately 10 minutes. Your informed consent is assumed through answering and submitting the on-line survey. Consent given implies your permission given for data to be used for this thesis and further research publication.
Voluntary Participation and Withdrawal from the Study
Your participation in this study is entirely voluntary. You may withdraw at any time without discrimination or prejudice. All information is treated as confidential and no names or other details that might identify you will be used in any publication arising from the research. If you withdraw, all information you have provided will be destroyed.
If you consent to take part in this research study, it is important that you understand the purpose of the study and the procedures you will be asked to undergo. Please make sure that you ask any questions you may have, and that all your questions have been answered to your satisfaction before you agree to participate.
Questions
If you would like to discuss any aspect of this study please feel free to contact the research supervisor using the details given below:
Dr. Diane Lee
Senior Lecturer in Tourism
Social Science Bldg. Room 2.023
Tel: 61-8-9360 2616