Opportunities to Start a Business
Tourism allows many ideas for business opportunities to develop within the area. Businesses that attract customers, with supplies needed for outdoor activities to the enjoyment of dining out, can prosper within Huntingdon County, especially with the influence of tourism present. Four diverse categories that describe businesses related to tourism are listed below. Do not limit the opportunities to just these. There are more areas and ideas that allow for development and prosperity!
Retail Stores
Bicycle, ATV, Hiking, Camping Clothing, Specialty Stores
Retail stores provide customers with equipment they need in a variety of activities that Huntingdon County has to offer. The equipment, clothing and accessories that accommodate the activities of biking, hiking, and camping are useful and can be an excellent arena to create or expand a business. Whether the adventure be hiking up trails or canoeing down the lake, retail stores are essential for helping you to enjoy these areas.
Eateries
Theme Restaurants, Fine Dinking, Bakery, Deli
Restaurants, Cafes, and deli shops are places that benefit both the tourists and local residents. Whether you are bringing a theme restaurant, bakery, or a fine dining experience to this area, Huntingdon County will provide you with development and growth.
Services
Bus Touring, Outfitter, Livery, Family Entertainment
The entertainment venues available within Huntingdon County are growing along with our growth in tourism activity. This industry has a lot to offer to the community as well as to the tourists. Services can include more than just outdoor activities that will accommodate everyone's interest in the family -- from museums to railroad rides and more, there are many opportunities and areas for these businesses to flourish.
Lodging
Hotel, Inn, Bed and Breakfast, Resort Conference Center, Cabins, Camping, Guest Homes
Since tourism is a central theme of Huntingdon County, lodging is another area of opportunity to explore to meet the growing needs of our visitor population. A variety of lodging styles are present to accommodate the desires of all types of tourists including hunters, fishermen, outdoor enthusiasts, boaters, campers, and other types of visitors. We are an overflow community for PENN STATE, particularly on football weekends and there are needs for lodging by visitors to Juniata College.
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