If I were tasked with defending the idea that local events are an absolutely essential part of destination validation, I would rightly emphasize that for some trips, like the World Cup, it is the only and sole reason for the visit.
However, it is just as fair to recognize that for most American families planning a spring trip to Orlando, local events are often a variable and secondary condition, not a decisive factor.
Their priority is ease, budget, and access to theme parks, making a local seafood festival in Florida anecdotal.
The idea of a systematic link between vacation planning and local events is therefore too general, as its actual impact depends on the type of traveler and their deep motivations.