The Steam Packet Company says the Manannan is preparing for her final voyage of the year before undergoing winter maintenance.
The fastcraft is due to make her final crossing of 2018 on Sunday, before she moors in Douglas harbour.
She'll undergo an annual overhaul, and will resume services next March.
Chief executive Mark Woodward says keeping the vessel in Douglas will provide extra support for sea links over Christmas.
Bus strike: Manx Care issues advice to patients
Manx Care's issued advice after talks between drivers and the government failed to avert this week's bus strike.
MGP newcomers on their way to see the course
Newcomers to the TT course will be on the Island this weekend.
Strike mean no school buses, says Bus Vannin
Bus Vannin says strike action will mean no school buses next week.
Financial regulator warns of email fraud
The Island's financial regulator is warning people about scammers who are impersonating it in fraudulent emails.
Strike bus timetables released
The Department of Infrastructure has published the contingency timetables for buses during upcoming strike action.
Yellow weather warning for Saturday's high tide
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued another warning for coastal overtopping.
Garage chain ready for bus strikes
An Island filling station chain says it plans to open as normal as normal during a 10-day bus strike, after making some staffing changes.
Joe Locke may reprise superhero role
Manx actor Joe Locke could be returning to his Marvel superhero role, according to reports in the US.
