October 25, 2018
Maximizing profit centers at bowling lanes means a mix of promotional activities. For this article, staff members at bowling centers across the country offered examples of their top money-making areas and explained how to boost sales. In Silverdale, Wash., Jim Monahan, general manager of All Star Bowl, said his profit centers include an espresso stand, […]
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October 25, 2018
What roller rink trends generate the most business? How do centers pick the right kind of music for their skaters? And what does the food and arcade picture look like for rinks around the nation? At Star Skate in Ada, Okla., Manager Jacob Faulkenberry said that besides skating itself, “We have arcade games and a […]
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October 25, 2018
By Kathryn Van Druff In just about any business with a hint of hospitality, the mood and behavior of the employees project a direct impression onto customers and passersby. Bringing employees into the corporate culture of a business makes them a part of the whole—a piece of the puzzle that makes the company what it […]
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October 25, 2018
By Joanna Ireland The countdown begins. Three. Two. One. The doors open, and players scatter throughout the arena, searching for cover before they take aim at their enemies. Red and green beams shoot across open spaces while players scurry from obstacle to obstacle. One team’s players band together in groups; the other team goes it […]
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August 20, 2018
By Natalie Hope McDonald At iPlay America in Freehold, N.J., it’s all about the “wow” factor. The indoor venue, which features two levels of laser tag, go-karts and bumper cars, spans about four acres, and features some impressive design elements. Inspired by both the Jersey Shore boardwalk and the streets of nearby New York City, […]
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August 20, 2018
By Kathryn Van Druff The happy, upbeat vibe of trampoline parks is unmistakable. Guests come to jump and play as they enjoy memorable experiences with family and friends. Most trampoline parks will agree that the introduction of new equipment or attractions helps to interest new guests while also keeping existing customers coming back. Sarah Hatley, […]
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August 15, 2018
Funovation is involved in several installations both in the United States and internationally. Here is information on Laser Maze Challenge(r) games that were recently installed in Anji, China, Rochester, Minn. and Raleigh, N.C. Guests from far and wide enjoy playing a game that requires strategic thinking and a can-do attitude.
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May 21, 2018
By Karen Appold Opening her trampoline park at 10 a.m. on weekday mornings so parents with young children have a place to go is just one way that Kerry Hughes, co-owner, Altitude Trampoline Park, with locations in Billerica, Mass., and Rochester, N.Y., differentiates her park from others and gets guests to stay longer and spend […]
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May 21, 2018
By Karen Appold When people visit a bowling center, they don’t just go for the fun of the game. Many guests want to make an afternoon or night out of their trip, and indulging in food offerings is also part of the experience. Anthony Perrone, owner, Tampa, Fla.-based Pin Chasers, Inc., which has three locations, […]
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April 10, 2018
By Joanna Ireland Today’s bowling centers have learned that leveraging social media to increase their market outreach nets many more strikes than other media, including print and radio ads. While competition for entertainment dollars remains stiff, bowling remains a popular activity for families, and with summer only a few months away, many centers are participating […]
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