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The Isle of Man has successfully secured a new Guinness World Record following the Pilates World Record Attempt and Wellness Festival at Knockaloe, with 2,804 participants coming together to set the record for the largest standing roll down exercise class ever held. The achievement was confirmed by Guinness World Records adjudicators at the event, marking a significant milestone for the Island's growing wellness offering.

Visit Isle of Man has published its latest visitor figures alongside its Annual Visitor Economy Report for 2025, highlighting another successful year for the Island’s tourism industry and significant progress towards the ambitions set out in the ten-year visitor economy strategy, ‘Our Island, Our Future.'

The Isle of Man and Liverpool have marked the first anniversary of their landmark Cooperation Agreement, highlighting strong economic progress and a shared commitment to a joint journey for mutual benefit.

Following a successful debut event last year, the World Downhill Skateboarding Championship returns to the Isle of Man from 3 to 5 July 2026. Building on last year’s success, the event has grown in scale and will this year take place on the iconic TT Mountain Course, further enhancing the Island’s reputation as a premier destination for adrenaline-fuelled sport set against breathtaking natural landscapes.

Isle of Man residents and visitors have the chance to be part of a landmark moment this summer, and win £1,000, by taking part in the Pilates World Record Attempt at Knockaloe on Sunday 19^th July 2026.

Since 23 April 2026, some passengers coming directly to the Isle of Man from outside the Common Travel Area (CTA) will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before their journey.

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has marked a major milestone in regional connectivity with the launch of its new ferry service between the Isle of Man and Larne.

The Isle of Man, the birthplace of Pilates, will attempt to break the world record for the largest single Pilates class this summer, on the very ground where Joseph Pilates first developed his method over 100 years ago.

Visit Isle of Man has completed a successful three-day showcase at the Holiday World Show in Belfast, attending in partnership with Isle of Man Steam Packet Company to promote the Island and the new Larne-Isle of Man sailing route.

Visit Isle of Man is pleased to announce the official destination launch of the ‘Big Blue Bag’ initiative in partnership with renowned TV broadcaster and marine biologist, Monty Halls. To celebrate the launch, Visit Isle of Man is running a competition inviting people to nominate Isle of Man residents who are passionate about protecting the marine environment for a chance to win a free bag.