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Data & ownership articles

Article · Data & ownership

We know so much about our guests, until they arrive

Why does the industry’s richest data end at the point where the guest experience begins?

August 2026 · 7 min read
Article · Data & ownership

Campaign thinking is failing your guests on-site

The marketing playbook most attractions rely on was designed for a world where the customer sits still. That doesn’t apply to actual on-site experiences.

May 2026 · 4 min read
Article · Guest satisfaction

How to personalise your experience for every guest

Learn how attractions use their mobile app and connected guest data to personalise every stage of the guest journey, lifting satisfaction, loyalty and secondary…

January 2026 · 6 min read
Article · Theme parks

How theme parks can use data to boost revenue

From dynamic pricing to AI-powered personalisation, this research-backed article reveals the strategies leading operators are embracing to stay ahead in 2026.

January 2026 · 6 min read
Article · Theme parks

What creates operational debt in visitor attractions?

Operational debt is the silent drag slowing attractions down. It shows up in broken workflows, manual workarounds, outdated maps, disconnected systems, and…

December 2025 · 4 min read
Article · Wildlife attractions

Inside Chester Zoo’s digital transformation: an interview with Jon Petty

The UK’s most visited zoo is reshaping its guest experience through a comprehensive transformation plan that aligns systems, data, and processes to meet guests’…

January 2025 · 4 min read
Article · Data & ownership

Get your copy of the 2024 Digital Guest Experience Report

Our report explores how technology shapes guest satisfaction, and how ready operators are to deliver what guests want.

September 2024 · 2 min read
Article · Technology

How MapLayr stacks up: a decision-maker’s guide to finding the best mapping solution for mobile apps

Maps get people from point A to point B, but guests have grown to expect personalised recommendations and interactive experiences. From signposting the best…

June 2024 · 4 min read
Article · Data & ownership

We interviewed Six Flags about the launch of the new Carowinds app: here’s what they had to say

Known for its record-breaking coasters and award-winning water parks, Six Flags is committed to delivering a world-class experience for every guest. We met with…

April 2024 · 4 min read
Article · Technology

How to write an RFP for your mobile app platform (+ free sample template)

RFPs not only help you get all your project requirements down on paper, they also help you mitigate risks and ensure a fair and standardised selection process…

January 2024 · 7 min read
Article · Guest experience

Why marketers need to own the entire guest experience

As guest expectations continue to rise, attraction marketing teams have a more prominent role to play than simply driving admissions.

November 2023 · 7 min read
Article · Data & ownership

Attractions.io levels up partnership strategy to accelerate digital transformation of the attractions industry

We’re investing in our partnerships team to enhance collaboration between the industry’s leading vendors and create a connected attractions ecosystem that…

June 2023 · 4 min read
Article · Platform & product news

Unlock powerful, data-led guest insights with our improved user segmentation tools

Our latest feature update gives operators access to guest insights that pave the way for hyper-personalised, cross-channel communications.

May 2022 · 1 min read
Article · Guest experience

User segmentation for attractions: a guide to better understanding your guests

Monitoring the likes, dislikes, behaviours, and characteristics of key visitor groups provides valuable insights into what they want from their experience…

November 2021 · 6 min read

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