
Meet the hospitality persona
You know loyalty is earned through memorable experiences, not just points.

About this persona

You know loyalty is earned through memorable experiences, not just points alone. In a world where almost every brand has a loyalty program, your focus is on standing out by building genuine, lasting relationships with guests.
You’re excited about the next evolution of loyalty. Our research shows that 42 percent of hoteliers plan to evolve their programs, and you’re keen to leverage insights to deliver experiences and offers that feel uniquely relevant to each guest.
Nearly half of travelers want discounts, exclusive rates, or free nights to join a loyalty program, making it a great entry point to long-term engagement.
Key insights
74%
see loyalty program engagement as a key performance indicator
42%
plan to evolve loyalty programs using data and AI
47%
of travelers want discounts, exclusive rates, and free nights
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