Hotels are opening for this year’s holiday season much earlier than usual according to the Tourism Division.
It comes following a major push to attract visitors in what is commonly viewed as the ‘off season’.
Dark skies tourism and walking and cycling excursions are ensuring that visitor numbers are being kept steady during the quieter months.
Head of tourism Angela Bryne says the main drive has been to establish the Island as a year round destination:
Mobile satellite data services to be considered for Island
The Island's telecoms regulator will consider possible mobile satellite data services later this year.
Refurbished linkspan ready for Manx Grand Prix
Bikers getting off the ferry for Manx Grand Prix will be greeted by a new road surface this month.
Famous army parachute team to perform for Classic TT
The British Army's famous parachute display team will be visiting the Island for the Classic TT this month.
Royal show kicks off today
The Royal Manx Agricultural Show gets underway today.
Series of Mountain Road closures for filming start today
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Former primary school site can't be designated brownfield
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£12K raised by charity polo tournament
A total of £12,000 has been raised for Hospice Isle of Man and Mannin Cancers Help Centre by a charity polo tournament.
Sewers could be used to find illegal drugs
Could the Island's sewers be turned into a way to spot illegal drugs and infectious diseases?
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