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Unofficial Guest Experience Review: Elisabetta (Oklahoma City)
We were in OKC on official business. But like any group of hospitality nerds who can’t turn it off, we decided to squeeze in another...

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Jul 31, 2025


Unofficial Guest Experience Comparison: Vecina vs. Mesero (Oklahoma City)
While in Oklahoma City for an official guest experience audit, our team took the opportunity to explore the local restaurant scene. This...

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Jul 27, 2025


First Impressions Matter: The Impact of Arrival Experience on Guest Loyalty
The arrival experience sets the tone for the entire guest journey. In hospitality and entertainment venues, the first five minutes after...

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Jul 25, 2025


Sound, Smell, and Space: The Overlooked Elements of Guest Experience Design
While sight and service often dominate guest experience planning, other sensory inputs like sound, smell, and spatial layout play a profound role in shaping guest perceptions. These "invisible influencers" can elevate a brand, create emotional resonance, and drive guest satisfaction.

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Jul 1, 2025


The Anatomy of a Guest Experience Audit: What to Measure, When to Measure It, and Why It Matters
Guest experience audits are powerful tools for improving satisfaction, increasing revenue, and identifying service gaps across hospitality and entertainment venues.

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Jun 12, 2025


Beyond Clean: How Cleanliness Influences Perception of Safety, Value, and Luxury
Cleanliness is more than a baseline expectation—it is a powerful driver of guest perception, influencing everything from safety and comfort to brand value and pricing justification.

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May 21, 2025


The Hidden Costs of Long Wait Times: Why Speed of Service Is a Top Guest Experience Metric
In hospitality and entertainment venues, the speed at which guests are served is a core determinant of satisfaction, loyalty, and revenue. Long wait times not only frustrate guests, but also result in measurable revenue losses and reputational harm.

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Apr 14, 2025


Table Stakes: How Restaurant Guest Experience Impacts Repeat Business and Revenue
In an increasingly competitive food and beverage landscape, great food is no longer enough. Today’s diners expect efficiency, warmth,...

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Mar 20, 2025
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