NEW VACATIONERS TO MINNESOTA RESORTS

We heard from our member resorts that even though in the beginning of the summer there were big fears about what was going to happen, once they were able to open, many Minnesota Resorts were in high demand this summer and fall. People wanted to get out of the cities. They wanted to get away and spend time with their families (other than in their own living rooms!). There were many families that had never ventured out to vacation at a northern Minnesota Resort before.

What did our resort owners hear from these first-time resort vacationers? They heard that their guests had awesome times! They didn’t know what they were missing. They didn’t realize how nice it was to just sit and relax. Although area activities are awesome, it is also awesome to enjoy the resorts and the amenities that the resorts offer. This certainly is no surprise for those of us that have been vacationing at Minnesota Resorts.

We are also hearing that these first timers are rebooking for 2021. They discovered what many of us already knew. Resorts are a great way to vacation with families and friends. Once it is allowed again, it is great to vacation with bigger groups as well.

It isn’t too early to think about next summer. Vacations are too important to put pressure on people. But, with the number of new resort vacationers out there, the resorts are filling up faster. So, if you know when you want to go on vacation, it really isn’t too early to book your resort vacation.

A WCCO article stated that Minnesota Resorts were enjoying extended summer seasons amid the pandemic and that resorts in parts of Minnesota are reporting a record September for visitors. They noted that resorts areas were much busier in September because families didn’t have to stay home, they could go up north. We certainly aren’t surprised. And next summer and fall will most likely be the same.