We focus on nature areas that draw tourists in, so we haven't seen any major changes from STR to LTR.

A lot will depend on your personal preference - if you are looking for a very tourist-friendly community with top amenities I would suggest a pool townhome in Solara, Windsor at Westside, Windsor Hills or Windsor Island (all the Windsors).

They were a) smart and b) knew money and c) poked around on the world wide webs a bit.

The Pocono region is a fantastic choice for an STR due to its appeal to tourists throughout the year. 

Man as much tourists dollars as that county takes in, more fees are absolutely ridiculous!  

There are tourists now in local neighborhoods that would’ve never been touched ten years ago.

Quick thoughts on the markets you're considering:Knoxville, TN: Growing, affordable, and a strong university presence.Huntsville/Montgomery/Tuscaloosa, AL: Huntsville's got tech, while Montgomery and Tuscaloosa have colleges.Asheville, NC: Popular tourist spot, but competitive and pricey.Akron, OH: Affordable, but keep an eye on the local economy.Irving, TX: Part of DFW, so a big market, but prices are higher.St.

Evening, I am in the process of acquiring a short to mid term rental in the somewhat local vacation/ tourist destinations in my region.

I know Branson is known for golf and Table Rock Lake and people tend to snatch up those condos that come with the amenities but I feel like rentals would be limited to good weather only..there has to be a solid percentage of tourists that enjoy the shows and being in town as much as there are people that enjoy the lake and golfing.  

Look for areas with high tourist demand and strong rental yields, and consider attending real estate seminars to gain insights into the latest trends and strategies.