Travel Fact

Tourism-related industries are the leading employer in LA County, with 437,000 Angelenos employed in this sector in 2010 that makes LA a very hospitable destination for its 25.7 million annual visitors.  America's amusement parks thrown for a loop by the slumping economy over the last few years are starting to rebound, drawing bigger crowds over the past year and spending more money on new attractions and shows this season. Crowds increased at many U.S. parks in 2010, with some seeing record attendance. Profits were up as families sought out fun and began traveling again. Better weather helped, too. Those within the amusement industry are optimistic this year will be even better.