Residential patterning at Angkor Wat
Considerable attention has been devoted to the architecture and art history of Cambodia's Angkor Wat temple in the last century. There has, however, been little research on the functions and internal organisation of the large rectangular enclosure surrounding the temple. Such enclosures have long been assumed to have been sacred precincts, or perhaps �temple-cities�: work exploring the archaeological patterning for habitation within them has been limited. The results of LiDAR survey and excavation have now revealed evidence for low-density residential occupation in these areas, possibly for those servicing the temple. Recent excavations within the enclosure challenge our traditional understanding of the social hierarchy of the Angkor Wat community and show that the temple precinct, bounded by moat and wall, may not have been exclusively the preserve of the wealthy or the priestly elite.
Abstract This paper aims to investigate factors affecting the hotel occupancy rate of the sole official gaming destination in China – Macao. Data from 39 hotels (3–5 stars) during the period of 2008–2011 have been applied. Three categories of determinants forming nine hypotheses were tested and all are supported except seasonality. Eight factors were identified exercising significant influences on the hotel occupancy rate in the destination. A regression model of 51.5% predictability is generated to predict the hotel occupancy rate in the destination. The study is concluded with insights to hoteliers who are interested to invest or operate in a gaming destination.