Tourism has grown in Oregon an estimated 5.8% from 1991 to 2002 according to the Oregon Tourism Commission. Spending by travelers has grown almost twice as fast as inflation. When adjusted for inflation the real growth rate in travel spending averaged 3.3% per year.

Oregon has implemented a 1% transient tax which began January 1, 2004 and will place the state in a position of 76% of the average state tourist budget, up from 24%. This results in more buying power for marketing the state as a travel destination and will help to increase Turtle Rock’s business.

In spite of challenging times for the travel industry Gold Beach had an increase in transient taxes of 14.80% from 2002 to 2003. 2003 was Gold Beach’s most successful summer season on record. The area and Turtle Rock have been discovered!

The travel trend of less flying and more family oriented vacations bodes extremely well for Turtle Rock Resort. Americans want travel without the worry or stress of airline uncertainties and delays. Resorts such as Turtle Rock are viewed as havens of peace and relaxation.

We will become very successful because of the location of the resort, timing, and our talents.