Tourism Season Extended by Visit Isle of Man to Boost Visitor Numbers

5th October 2022

Jehan Ashmore

Visit Isle of Man extends tourism season to boost visitor numbers. Above Afloat adds is Peel Castle on the west coast of the island, is built on St. Patrick's Isle where a causeway connects to the harbour town of Peel. Credit: ManxRadio-facebook

The visitor season is to be extended into the autumn and winter this year by Visit Isle of Man in the hope that it will capture a share of the increasing demand for off-peak UK short breaks.

The Manx Government is working in partnership with Manx National Heritage, Isle of Man Steam Railways and ferry operator the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company is to facilitate the change.

Manx National Heritage’s 12 sites will remain open until 29 November and the Isle of Man Steam Railway will operate a weekend service.

To drive visitor growth Visit Isle of Man is also introducing a new 'Travel Trade Hub' in an attempt to substantially grow the association with UK and Irish based travel agents, and tour operators, and to provide a dedicated online resource for familiarisation and holiday planning.

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Jehan Ashmore

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Jehan Ashmore is a marine correspondent, researcher and photographer, specialising in Irish ports, shipping and the ferry sector serving the UK and directly to mainland Europe. Jehan also occasionally writes a column, 'Maritime' Dalkey for the (Dalkey Community Council Newsletter) in addition to contributing to UK marine periodicals.

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