Local News
Massanutten Resort Closes Some Amenities, Not All
- This article provides resort patrons and timeshare holders an update on the current status of Massanutten Resort’s open and closed facilities due to COVID-19.
- Areas of the resort that remain open are the golf course, General Store and Market and carry-out food from restaurants. Guests with reservations are still able to come to the resort, but the options for activities to do there are extremely limited.
- These updates are critical, as guests with current or future plans to visit the resort will need to determine if they should alter or maintain their itinerary.
- Because so many facility amenities are currently closed, an enormous increase in visitors may occur when Governor Northam’s shelter-in-place and social-distancing practices are no longer necessary and the resort opens again.
Here are the restaurants in the area still serving food
- Restaurants are all required to close their dining rooms and only continue to provide service through delivery, drive-thru, or pickup services, as these options are considered safe during this pandemic.
- This article provides a list of the restaurants around the Harrisonburg and Massanutten area that are still providing their dining services.
- This information may be useful to those who are temporarily staying or permanently live in the condos on the resort premises, as well as people living in the area.
- A good restaurant meal can be a very welcome comfort during these troubling times. This article gives readers the addresses, as well as the phone numbers, of each spot so people can order their food from home.
Social Media
Experience of a Lifetime – Blog
After a positive experience at the resort, a former JMU student shares her adventures with her readers. From rock-climbing to exploring the scenic ranges of the Shenandoah Valley, Cheryl Locke details the many great experiences that await patrons of Massanutten Resort.
Massanutten Moment – Facebook
Massanutten Resort introduced “Massanutten Moment,” a source to help patrons stay positive and busy during self-isolation and social distancing. By offering virtual exercise instruction, this is an easy way to encourage resort patrons to get outside and be active!
Clientele Comments – Facebook
As a well-respected resort, it is in Massanutten’s best interest to protect what they value most: their guests, team and property. Below are comments left by customers who are frustrated by Massanutten’s decision to keep its outdoor facilities open to the public. This is a tough time for everyone and it is important that the resort considers and addresses people’s opinions and fears fairly to create a positive atmosphere and reputation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Industry News
Northam: Virginia coronavirus cases could peak in late May
- Prediction models are now indicating that the number of coronavirus cases in Virginia won’t reach its peak until anywhere from late April until late May.
- In speaking at a recent news conference, Governor Northam made Virginians aware that they needed to prepare for the long haul, as this pandemic will continue to affect the state and the world for more months to come.
- This prediction raises the question of when businesses, such as Massanutten Resort, will be able to open up. This current prediction makes it unlikely that establishments will see any business this summer.
After $2 Trillion Stimulus, a Call for Another U.S. Rescue Fund
- Nationally, businesses are hurting financially from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and government-mandated shutdowns. Industry groups are urging the federal government to do more for hurting businesses by creating a recovery fund.
- This fund would give relief to businesses by providing them money to help retain and rehire employees, maintain benefits, and keep up with their expenses.
- The diminished amount of work has led to a record number of unemployment claims. Even extremely successful employers have had to furlough some of their workers.
- Massanutten Resort could greatly benefit from federal funding, as it is losing money daily. In addition to closing many of its amenities, the resort has also cancelled any spring reservations which are a tremendous revenue source. All these closures also result in a large amount of employees temporarily lacking work.
Advisory
With COVID-19’s global impact, preventative measures have been put in place to help stop the spread of the virus all around the United States. Massanutten Resort has closed all indoor and most outdoor amenities to ensure the safety of its customers and employees. The resort needs to continue following CDC guidelines to uphold their commitment to combating this virus. Some customers have raised concerns online about their displeasure with the fact that outdoor activities are still open. Massanutten must re-evaluate this decision if it wants to maintain the satisfaction of its customers to retain business when it opens again.
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