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December 2024: Apps Gone Live
As we step into 2025, we’re grateful for the incredible community of cultural destinations, museums, historic sites, and trailblazers who brought stories to life in 2024. Together, we’ve helped millions of visitors connect with unforgettable experiences through STQRY-powered apps.
How to Write Clear and Informative Tour Instructions for Your STQRY Experience
Clear and informative tour instructions are the foundation of any successful visitor experience. Whether you’re guiding users through a museum exhibit, exploring historical city landmarks, or leading them along a scenic nature walk, well-crafted instructions help users navigate and enjoy the experience seamlessly. In this guide, we’ll dive into why clear instructions matter, offer tips for crafting them effectively, and show you how to integrate these instructions into your STQRY-powered app for maximum engagement.
Expand Your Reach and Attract Global Visitors with STQRY Kiosk’s Multi-Language Support
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the way people experience culture and heritage is evolving. With over 1.5 billion people speaking English as a second language, yet millions more preferring their native tongues, how do cultural destinations ensure that every visitor feels included?
November 2024: Apps Gone Live
November ushers in an exciting wave of new STQRY-powered apps.This month, we’re thrilled to showcase a fresh lineup of apps and digital experiences that highlight everything from historic landmarks and vibrant cultural destinations to breathtaking outdoor escapes. Each new STQRY-powered app continues to push boundaries, offering unique stories and engaging experiences in truly innovative ways.
How to Gamify Your STQRY-Powered Experience and Boost Engagement
Gamification is an exciting and effective way to boost visitor engagement, making experiences more interactive and memorable. By integrating elements such as quizzes, scavenger hunts, and rewards, you can encourage visitors to explore further, learn more deeply, and enjoy a more immersive experience. Studies show that adding gamification strategies to your experience can boost engagement by an impressive 48%, making it a powerful tool for enhancing visitor satisfaction.
Creating Inclusive Visitor Experiences: How to Make Your Exhibits Accessible to All
In today’s world, accessibility is no longer just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for creating visitor experiences that truly include everyone. The World Health Organization reports that around 1.3 billion people live with significant disabilities, making accessible tourism a priority.
Why Multi-Region Hosting is Essential for Cultural Institutions to Ensure Data Sovereignty
As cultural institutions expand their global digital footprint, maintaining control and governance over data within specific geographic regions—referred to as data sovereignty—has become increasingly crucial. For organizations tasked with preserving cultural heritage, managing data locally ensures compliance with regional laws and safeguards sensitive cultural narratives.
Keeping Your Exhibits Current with STQRY Kiosk
In today’s fast-paced world, where information is constantly evolving, cultural and tourism destinations are finding new ways to enhance visitor engagement and keep exhibits fresh. Traditional static labels, while informative, often become outdated and need to be replaced when exhibits change or when new information becomes available. Enter STQRY Kiosk—a simple way to share knowledge and engaging insights across digital labels with the ability to update content at any moment's notice.
Guide to Kiosk Hardware and Which to Choose
Interactive kiosks have become an essential tool for cultural institutions looking to enrich the visitor experience. Whether in a museum, gallery, or historic site, kiosks make it easy to provide visitors with detailed information and multimedia content. Choosing the right hardware can make a big difference in how effectively kiosks deliver content and support visitor engagement.
October 2024: Apps Gone Live
October was another exciting month at STQRY, with several new apps and digital experiences launching. From historic sites and cultural hubs to outdoor adventures, each STQRY-powered app offers a diverse range of experiences and stories told in innovative ways. Join us as we celebrate the latest 'Apps Gone Live' and the powerful stories our partners are sharing worldwide.