19 SEPTEMBER 1931, Page 3

Come to Britain!

The question of the improvement of British hotels and other facilities for tourists which has been occupying the attention of our correspondents suggests that this country is becoming alive to the importance of travel as a national industry. In this matter Great Britain has undoubtedly been somewhat behind the times, and we are glad to receive assurances that matters are improving and that further inducements arc to be given to people from overseas to visit and enjoy the undoubted attractions and pleasures of our country. From the point of view of developing this new industry, it is unfortunate that so much emphasis must be laid at the moment on the need for economy in local expenditure.

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