'Stampions' Blends Netherlands Tourism with Digital Stamp Collecting
Laura McQuarrie — August 26, 2015 — Tech
References: itunes.apple & ibeaconsblog
Stampions is an app from the Netherlands that is bringing stamp collecting into the modern age. The beacon-powered app challenges users to venture to popular museums, restaurants and other landmarks in search of physical stamps. Once nearby these beacon hubs, players are able to virtually collect a digital stamp to add to their phone.
To make the game even more interesting, there are special prizes for users who collect the most stamps, in the same way that a treasure or scavenger hunt works.
As well as being a novel way to kill time in the city, this is also a genius way to drive tourism to the region. Outside of the Netherlands, it's easy to imagine that similar beacon-powered games could be operated in global cities worldwide.
To make the game even more interesting, there are special prizes for users who collect the most stamps, in the same way that a treasure or scavenger hunt works.
As well as being a novel way to kill time in the city, this is also a genius way to drive tourism to the region. Outside of the Netherlands, it's easy to imagine that similar beacon-powered games could be operated in global cities worldwide.
Trend Themes
1. Beacon-powered Tourism Games - Using beacon technology to create location-based games that drive tourism and engagement.
2. Digital Collections and Rewards - Offering virtual collections and prizes through digital stamp-collecting or similar activities.
3. Gamification of Tourism - Adding a gamified layer to tourism experiences to increase engagement and interaction.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - Using technology and gamification to attract and engage tourists.
2. Museums and Landmarks - Partnering with beacon-powered apps to entice visitors and encourage exploration.
3. Mobile App - Creating and developing mobile apps that incorporate beacon technology to create innovative and interactive experiences.
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