Visiting cruise ships are a 'big boost' for the economy

Fri, 13 May 2016

28 cruise ships will visit the Isle of Man in 2017 - the highest number ever recorded.

That's in addition to the 19 which will visit Manx waters this year.

Hundreds of passengers will have the chance to explore the Island as a result - spending their money on excursions, food and drink, and local products.

Cruise consultant Peter van Toor says it's vital the Island continues to make the effort to attract cruise business because it's a massive boost to our economy: