Inside Himalayas Community Tourism Issue 8 2024 | Page 124

Goma Neupane
Previously reliant on agriculture and animal husbandry , Goma ’ s family found a new source of income through the community homestay . Now , half of her annual earnings come from hosting , allowing for improved education for their children .
Jamuna Devi Tamang
Jamuna operated a small highway hotel in Patlekhet , with insufficient income to educate their children . Her husband , Narayan Tamang , wholeheartedly supported her choice to establish a homestay . With the homestay ’ s inception , their family ’ s quality of life improved , alleviating concerns about their children ’ s education expenses .
Suna Maya
Suna Maya acknowledges that her homestay venture has been a significant source of learning . Previously , her husband worked as a carpenter , but now , with homestay income , she contributes to their family ’ s well-being . This newfound independence has boosted her confidence , earning admiration from her proud family .
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