Should we worry? Orange County tourism upswing takes a break

Orange County’s tourist trade looks to have lost some of its magic.
The industries serving out-of-town visitors and local entertainment needs were one of the earliest businesses to recover from the Great Recession with a surprisingly swift and strong rebound.
But early 2017 industry data suggest tourism’s hot hand may now be in doubt. Several factors may be in play.
For starters, it was a wet winter, and unfavorable weather can put a dent in tourism spending.
Also, local to