The Perplexing State of the Hotel Industry in Southern California: 1960 - 2003. This paper explores the nature of the hotel industry in the five- county area of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura Counties as compared to its regional and national significance as an economic venture. Pages: 6 Bibliography: 4 source(s) listed Filename: 19691 Perplexing State Hotel.doc Price: 53.70