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International Journal of Culture, Tourism and Hospitality Research
ISSN: 1750-6182
Online from: 2007
Subject Area: Tourism and Hospitality
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The service environment: functional or fun? Does it matter?
| Title: | The service environment: functional or fun? Does it matter? |
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| Author(s): | Sacha Joseph-Mathews, (Assistant Professor, Eberhardt School of Business, University of the Pacific, Stockton, California, USA), Mark A. Bonn, (Professor, Dedman School of Hospitality, College of Business, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA) |
| Citation: | Sacha Joseph-Mathews, Mark A. Bonn, (2009) "The service environment: functional or fun? Does it matter?", International Journal of Culture, Tourism and Hospitality Research, Vol. 3 Iss: 3, pp.187 - 192 |
| Keywords: | Conservation, Consumers, Perception, Service industries, Service levels, Social environment |
| Article type: | Literature review |
| DOI: | 10.1108/17506180910980500 (Permanent URL) |
| Publisher: | Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
| Acknowledgements: | Received: June 2008Revised: February 2008Accepted: April 2009 |
| Abstract: | Purpose – The purpose of this editorial is to introduce the reader to three papers discussing the role of atmospherics within predominantly hedonic service settings. Design/methodology/approach – This editorial introduces the papers in this special section. Findings – Atmospherics plays a significant role in determining how consumers and patrons perceive and interpret hedonic services. Originality/value – The first study examines how atmospherics can impact the overall meanings patrons attach to visiting a hedonic facilities. The second study looks at the role of promotional materials on setting the tone for fringe festivals. The third study investigates the role of atmospherics in green consumerism. |
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