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Hokitika Guardian, 8 November 1930, Page 4

As a sign of the times, there is a decrease in the overseas traffic. This is natural as far as long distance traffic is concerned, but the outlook in respect to traffic nearer home is not so definite. Certainly a decreased number of New Zealanders are going abroad, while these away already are returning. One of the causes of this is said to be the heavy cost of exchange for money, and this is a considerable item where a family on tour has to be provided for. While the rate of 'exchange has been as low as one half per cent it is now five per cent. Unsettled conditions gen- ' erally regarding trade and markets, are also a factor in checking long distance travelling. However, the British are a migratory people, and seasonal holidays are very fashion- , able. Probably while a Continental tour would (be beyond the meanls of an Australian citizen just now, r. trip to New Zealand is not beyond reach and with the improved representation now operating in the Commonwealth, more visitors from that quarter may he expected. The exodus of New Zealanders being checked also, those hankering for a jaunt, will be able to see something of their own country first. The New Zealand Railways certainly offer cheap trips and tours to various partis of the Dominion, and as that is realised, more and more people will be disposed to travel. It remains for the motor connections to act in concort and provide tempting fares to various attractive resorts. Ilecenty new routes are being opened in both Islands, and as they are credited with being notably (scenic they will offer attract’ons to those desirous of seeng something) now. Westland is well oquimped both with good motor services and comfortable accommodation, while the scenic attractions are outstanding. One connection with the Island railwav system is a. good one, and it needs only good publicity in the centre,s to keen the district- in mind as a local it,v where it is possible to snend a delightful holiday in surroundings which arc of world merit.. The season can therefore be made a good one.