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“Colonial tourists could do a lot to help their own countries by ‘boosting’ the scenic attractions which they had to offer.”
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The quote says that tourists from colonial countries could benefit their own countries by promoting the beauty and notable scenery those countries offered. “Boosting” means praising or publicising these attractions so more people would notice them. The statement presents tourism promotion as a way for travellers to support their countries’ interests.
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- Papers Past — Ashburton Guardian
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