For example, areas that rely on tourism (Florida, Nevada, parts of California, etc) tend to get hit hard during a downturn, simply because people stop spending on travel. 

Tourism, business...?

Lots of tourism opportunities for those staying longer.People, don't get hung up on the $1000.

Growing AirBNb area too since the wineries and Pechanga are attracting tourism.  

Close to a lake or mountains or scenic area with tourism would be good for the STR.Any ideas?

Similarly, Tourism is increasing in Florida. 

For the skeptics who say the region is disjointed and too competitive, this not-for-profit is an attempt to improve the situation.The association has started working with the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau who is recipient of significant sums to hotel tax money to boost tourism and the bureau has pledged to support STR as witnessed by their marketing dashboard on the PoconosMembers of the association value a thriving vacation home rental industry in the Poconos that strengthens the regional economy and maintains the character of vacation home communities and nearby neighborhoods.

How is the tourism, renting ability of the place?

Lots of areas experiencing growth down there, tourism is strong and foreign ownership laws are favorable.

Over the past decade, the City’s economy has diversified its commercial and industrial base through a variety of industry, trade and tourism sectors, while the significance of the textile industry has declined.