Questions about running a Minnesota resort
Buying a Minnesota resort is exciting, and you will have many questions about the hospitality business. They may be about marketing, local government issues, customer relations, equipment rentals, and more. Fortunately, there is a strong hospitality network in Minnesota that can assist you at both a local and statewide level when buying a MN Resort. We’ve listed a few below:
Community of Minnesota Resorts
This resort and campground association is focused on “Resorters Helping Resorters”. They have a strong network that includes a website with property listings, a private Facebook page to ask each other for advice, a strong legislative presence to advocate for the hospitality industry, a list of vendors in the hospitality industry, and they host many educational seminars.
This association covers a broad range of hospitality businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and resorts/campgrounds. Their subdivision of Minnesota Resorts and Campgrounds includes lists of resorts and campgrounds in Minnesota. They are also keep on top of legislative issues, and help hospitality owners in many ways.
This is the state tourism organization that promotes MN across the country and around the world. They have a very progressive marketing plan, an excellent website, and they provide marketing opportunities for the industry. They also provide statistics regarding the state of tourism in MN.
Local Chambers of Commerce
These organizations help to promote hospitality in their area. They focus on connecting businesses and spreading awareness of the businesses in their communities.. Many chambers provide marketing opportunities for the hospitality industry.
Local and Area Convention and Visitor Bureaus
These organizations are primarily focused on tourism, and bringing tourists to the area. They provide extensive information for visitors regarding resorts and campgrounds, and things to do in each area. They also provide marketing opportunities for their members.
When you are buying a Minnesota resort or campground, take a look at the local community marketing opportunities, and see what the community has to offer regarding dining, shopping, recreation, schools, and more, to make sure it is a good fit for you and your family.
We look forward to helping you buy the perfect Mresort or campground!