Brand Experience and Customers Loyalty of Poshtel Business

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Daorung Fakthong
Phitak Siriwong
Patipat Tunming

Abstract

The purposes of this study were: 1) to synthesize the state of the poshtel business and 2) to synthesize the factors linking customer brand experience to brand loyalty in the poshtel business. The qualitative research approach was selected. The researcher employed the content analysis methodology and utilized QDA Miner-Lite software. Key informants included poshtel entrepreneurs and customers who utilized and reviewed the poshtel business. Information was collected from 1) the official websites and social media of the poshtel businesses, and 2) customer reviews from online travel agents, comprising 9 poshtel business case studies selected based on specific criteria. The research yielded the following results: 1) The situation encompassed customer types and distinctive characteristics of the new era poshtel business; and 2) The customer brand experience factor comprised 12 factors categorized into 3 main themes including poshtel brand experience, experiential and emotional value, and brand loyalty. The study's findings can serve as guidelines to foster valuable customer experiences and generate business value. Furthermore, it offers insights into studying dimensions of brand experience that can inform the development of innovative business strategies and knowledge, thereby establishing a competitive edge for poshtel businesses and other lodging.

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Fakthong, D., Siriwong, P. ., & Tunming, P. . (2024). Brand Experience and Customers Loyalty of Poshtel Business. University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce Journal Humanities and Social Sciences, 44(1), 21–46. Retrieved from https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/utccjournalhs/article/view/267652
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Daorung Fakthong, Tourism, Faculty of Business, Economics and Communications, Naresuan University

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