The Resort industry is currently out performing every aspect of the Lodging industry in terms of occupancy, growth, and profitability. Since its Birth in America in the late 1700's the resort industry has continued to grow and thrive throughout the world. Resorts can be found all over the world, and they continue to appeal to families, couples, and also businesses. In this essay you will not only learn the history of the resort but you will also learn how and why some resorts succeed and some resorts fail. The number one most important key to managing a successful resort is service. Service must be excellent, and must bend/flex to accommodate each and every guest.
             The resort was born in upstate New York some time after the American Revolution. Originally three resorts were developed because of their ability to attract visitors. The Ballston Spa, Caldwell at Lake George, and Saratoga Springs were the originals that emerged in America.
             The Ballston Spa quickly emerged as a favorite to early American Settlers who were fresh of a win in the Revolutionary War and looking for a way to relax and let loose. The Ballston Spa sat in a small village that was just north of Schenectady, New York and southwest of Saratoga Springs. Nicholas Low founded the Ballston Spa in 1794, and constructed what was then known as the nations largest hotel. Low also laid out plans and eventually constructed several lots and streets to create a village and connect the many springs that flowed around Ballston. As a result of all Low's work from 1794 to 1830 the Ballston Spa was a very profitable resort with clientele from every part of the union and from other foreign countries (Corbett 27). The Ballston Spa was referred to as a spot where the best of society gathered for heath and recreation (Corbett 27).
             Although the Ballston Spa flourished in early years and enjoyed great success it failed to repeat its early success in later years. Th...