The Olympics is creating a “ghost town” effect in central London as visitors who would normally flock to the capital’s shops, hotels and theatres stay away, casting doubt on predictions of a short-term economic boost from the games.
The games have attracted as many as 100,000 foreign visitors to London – more than in previous Olympics. But, on its own, that number significantly lags the estimated 300,000 foreign tourists who could be expected in a typical year.
Theatres are among the businesses suffering most from emptier streets.
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