Hospitality Marketing in the Experience Economy

  • Publication Year: 2026
  • ISBN: 9781834410555
  • Price: $165
  • Publisher: Society Publishing
  • Binding Type: Hardcover

Tab Article

In today?s experiencedriven economy, travelers seek meaningful engagement and emotional connection rather than transactional services. The hospitality industry must therefore design experiences that blend authenticity, innovation, and storytelling. Hospitality Marketing in the Experience Economy explores marketing principles tailored to experiential consumption in hospitality and tourism. The book covers experience design, branding, customer cocreation, and digital engagement. It also discusses how emotional value and sensory appeal influence consumer behavior. Integrating marketing theory with casebased insights, it offers practical tools for creating memorable guest experiences that build brand loyalty and competitive advantage in the modern marketplace.

Tab Article

Dr. Merly F Arjona is currently working at Laguna State Polytechnic University, (LSPU) Siniloan, Laguna as an Associate Professor V. She is handling minor and major subjects under the College of Arts and Sciences, Hospitality Management, Teacher Education and Graduates Studies. She finished Doctor of Philosophy Major in School Leadership and Management at Saint Dominic Savio College in 2019, Masters of Arts in Education Major in Technology and livelihood Education (TLE) at LSPUSiniloan Campus in 2008 and her Baccalaureate Degree at San Pablo Colleges with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Education Major in TLE in 1992. With her expertise and experience in the academe, she became the Dean of College of Hospitality Management and Tourism at Laguna State Polytechnic University LSPUSiniloan (Host) Campus in 20092011.