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Old 08-19-2004, 12:15 AM   #1 (permalink)
 
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Hi! I am still researching the tanning business and I have more questions! I have done my demographics research and I know the general area where I want my salon. My question is, should I go with a mall (inside) location, or a shopping center location? Both are heavy traffic areas with little competition. My next question is, What does everyone think about Tropical Rayz beds? I have used the search feature, and there isn't enough information for me to make my decision. I know you get what you pay for, but for the owners who have experience with these beds, what are your opinions? Thanks, and this site is wonderful!
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ok for entry level units. stay away from the big old caddilacs. pain to work on. better yet buy used. they were called sunal beds before germany closed factory down.
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Thanks for the reply! Another thing is that Tropical Rayz is not on the exhibitor list for Orlando....I wonder why?!?
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Only the BEST invest in the money to exhibit product lines at these international shows. Shipping/setup/staff/promo fees/insurance/hotel stay/space rental are some of the many cost involved. Some companies chose not to go, because past attendance showed no interest in products. In another words; NO RETURN ON INVESTMENT.

There have been many reports on the quality of these beds. I will not dispute that. But you are right. You get what you pay for.
Try Sontegra..do a search, and not one negative word ever said...that IS quality, and they will be in Orlando.
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Okay, well my mind is made up on the beds..thanks for the info! Now what about the location part of my question?
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saras55...Open forum...Tropical Rayz Tanning Beds.....7/30/04. Info for you.
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i think you have to figure out your own location noone can really do that for you but YOU!! RESEARCH...thats all your own leg work!!
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Nobody can suggest the best location for you. Each area, every part of the countryside is different. What would work best in one town, may not in another. Only you can decde. Resarch it yourself. Demographics/competition/type equipment/marketing strategy all play into this. Even in the same city, locations can be different.
I have seen successful salons in back alleys, and failed salons on major highways..location is not the key. Service is.
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My big store is located in the back of a small stripmall. There was no way to find for over ten years unless some one told you exactly where it was at. I was able to pull it off because I was the only game in town for years. Finally this year we were permitted a road sign.
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Our beds are all Tropical Rayz. I really like them. They are really colorfull also. We have one of their booths also. Good Luck.
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