Examining the Effect of COVID-19 on the Tourism Industry in an Emerging Country: A Case Study

Figures & Tables

Participant	Position	Years of Experience	Age	Gender	Relevant Expertise
A	Event Coordinator	11 years	34	Male	Event management
B	Hotel Manager	14 years	47	Male	Hospitality
D	Restaurant Manager	10 years	40	Male	Culinary services
E	Transport Planner	17 years	50	Male	Logistics & Transport
F	Tourism Services Manager	7 years	32	Male	Tour guiding
G	Recreational Activity Leader	4 years	28	Female	Recreation planning
H	Food Safety Officer	8 years	35	Female	Food safety standards
K	Security Officer	4 years	38	Male	Security management
M	Restaurant Owner	9 years	41	Male	Food & beverage
N	Attraction Manager	13 years	45	Male	Tourist attractions
P	Travel Agency Owner	6 years	36	Male	Travel services

Interview Checklists
1. How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact the tourism sector in Bangladesh?
2. What were the key challenges your sector faced during the pandemic?
3. How did the pandemic affect the cost structure in your tourism-related business?
4. What security concerns emerged in your sector during COVID-19, and how did you address them?
5. How did hygiene rules and safety protocols affect your operations?
6. Did food quality play a role in customer confidence during the pandemic? How?
7. How did your sector adapt to the changing situation, and what were the primary changes made?
8. What strategies do you think are essential to ensure the sustainability of the tourism industry in Bangladesh post-pandemic?