Sound tourism: Experiences and learnings with Soundwalkrs

Throughout my time at the company, I had the opportunity to work on exciting projects that challenged my skills and allowed me to grow both professionally and personally. My experience at Soundwalkrs not only provided me with a deep understanding of the world of tourism and technology but also left me with a profound appreciation for the ability of innovation to transform our everyday experiences. The fundamental purpose of Soundwalkrs lies in providing users with a multi-sensory experience as they explore cities, monuments and points of historical interest. The app uses geolocation technology to tailor the user experience to their specific location, offering original narratives and music that integrate seamlessly with the physical environment. This combination of elements creates a unique and immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of physical reality, inviting users to immerse themselves in a journey of discovery and exploration. One of the highlights of Soundwalkrs is its ability to offer a personalized experience that is adaptable to each user's individual preferences and characteristics. Through sophisticated algorithms and geolocation data, the app is able to offer recommendations for places of interest, walking routes and relevant content that is tailored to each user's interests and needs. This personalization not only enhances the user experience, but also promotes greater engagement and participation with the app. In addition to its function as an entertainment and exploration tool, Soundwalkrs also has the potential to serve as an educational and cultural tool. By providing historical, contextual and cultural narratives about the places it visits, the app can enrich users' understanding and appreciation of the history and identity of the cities they explore. This educational dimension not only extends the reach and relevance of the app, but also contributes to the preservation and dissemination of the cultural and historical heritage of urban environments.

• Autores: Altamiranda Villamil, Linda Lucia
• Tipo de recurso: Trabajo de grado de pregrado
• Fecha de publicación: 2024
• Institución: Universidad de Cartagena
• Repositorio: Repositorio Universidad de Cartagena
• Idioma: eng
• OAI Identifier: oai:repositorio.unicartagena.edu.co:11227/17834
• Acceso en línea: https://hdl.handle.net/11227/17834
• Palabra clave: Tecnología digital; El sonido, la narrativa y la tecnología; Tecnología de geolocalización; Soundwalkrs, herramienta educativa y cultural
• Rights: openAccess
• License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/