TRJ (Tourism Research Journal)
Vol 9 No 2 (2025): (TRJ) Tourism Research Journal

The Influence of Micro-Influencers on Consumer Interest in Visiting Fine Dining Restaurants

Chairani, Alda (Unknown)
Sakti, Pricilia Johani (Unknown)
Pangkerego, Eduard Rudolf (Unknown)
Azizah, Zahra Nur (Unknown)
Saputri, Nur Fathma Ragil Herma (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Oct 2025

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of micro-influencers on consumer visit intentions to fine dining restaurants. Micro-influencers, with followers ranging from 500 to 5.000, are considered more authentic and trusted compared to larger influencers. The research uses a quantitative method with purposive sampling on 271 respondents who have viewed micro-influencer content related to fine dining restaurants. Data was collected through a 5-point Likert questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS and PLS-SEM. The results are expected to explain the impact of hedonic and utilitarian values of micro-influencers on consumer visit interest. These findings provide practical contributions for restaurant operators in formulating effective digital promotion strategies. The implications of this research are divided into three parts: theoretically, it strengthens digital marketing studies by showing that the hedonic aspect is more dominant than functional benefits in fine dining; practically, restaurants need to choose micro-influencers with high engagement that align with their brand image to emphasize emotional experiences; and from a policy perspective, this research could serve as input for regulators in formulating endorsement ethics by micro-influencers. Keywords: micro-influencer, hedonic value, utilitarian value, visit interest, fine dining

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Journal Info

Abbrev

trj

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Environmental Science

Description

Tourism Research Journal is published twice a year in April and October containing articles result of thought and researches in social, economic and policy of tourism in general. This journal encompasses original research articles, review articles, and short communications, including: Tourism: ...