Some of the most innovative Inclusive Destination development that I have encountered in my travels, Devil's Playground in Tasmania, depends on the world-girdling nomadic "backpackers' economy." Grandparent of that niche is the hostels movement.
This September I plan to dip into that terrestrial jet stream of cultural diversity along the California coast. Take a look at Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel and Pigeon Point Lighthouse Hostel. They form end caps on the trek along California's spectacular Bug Sur Coast.
Further reading:
Hostelling International
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hostelling_International
http://www.hihostels.com/