US tourists feel at home
● Air Force One’s arrival on British soil this week kicks off a whirlwind visit for President Biden, who hopes to “further strengthen the close relationship between our nations”. The “special relationship” hasn’t had a smooth run in recent years — but some British businesses are reaping the rewards of Uncle Sam’s spending power. Chief among them are firms in the hospitality sector. US tourists spent a record £6 billion in Britain last year, up 42 per cent on 2019, according to Visit Britain. Flight bookings from the US to the UK for July to September are up 15 per cent on four years ago. “Our bookings have been at their highest level by far this year — fuelled by
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