
The Isle of Man has recorded its strongest-ever cruise season, with passenger numbers up 21% on last year.
Between April and September, 47 cruise ships visited the island, including 9 maiden stops.
Liners brought 26,357 passengers ashore, surpassing last year's record of 21,679.
Visit Isle of Man said this shows the Island's rising profile in the cruise market, with visitors generating an estimated £2.3 million for the local economy.