12 October, 2026
Visit Isle of Man is pleased to announce that the Isle of Man has been named among the top ten UK islands in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards.
The recognition follows more than 296,356 survey responses from readers across the United Kingdom, who rated their travel experiences worldwide and identified the destinations they would most like to revisit.
The Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards are among the travel industry's longest-running and most respected accolades, recognising excellence across the global visitor economy and highlighting destinations that deliver outstanding visitor experiences.
The award is the latest in a growing series of accolades recognising the Isle of Man's visitor offering and reinforces the Island's reputation as a desirable holiday destination. It follows the Isle of Man's recent shortlisting in the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards and marks another year of recognition from readers of one of the world's most respected travel publications.
The Isle of Man's continued inclusion among the UK’s top islands reflects the Island's unique combination of dramatic coastlines, natural landscapes, rich heritage, vibrant culture and outdoor experiences, alongside the warm welcome visitors receive from local businesses and communities. Together, these qualities continue to attract visitors seeking authentic and enriching travel experiences, strengthening the Island's position among some of the world's most admired island destinations.
Deborah Heather, CEO of Visit Isle of Man, said:
‘To be recognised for another year by readers of Condé Nast Traveller as one of the top island destinations in the publication’s UK Islands category is a tremendous achievement and one we’re incredibly proud of.
‘Whilst the Isle of Man is proudly a self-governing Crown Dependency with its own unique identity, we appreciate that the category is determined by Condé Nast Traveller. Given that around two-thirds of our visitors come from the UK, this recognition from one of the world’s most influential travel publications and its readership is particularly valuable and reflects the strong appeal the Island continues to hold within our largest visitor market.
‘From our UNESCO Biosphere status and rich cultural heritage to our outstanding landscapes, events and experiences, the Isle of Man offers something truly distinctive. Most importantly, this recognition belongs to the tourism and hospitality businesses, communities and individuals whose passion and commitment help create memorable experiences for visitors throughout the year.
‘To see the Isle of Man consistently recognised alongside some of the world's most sought-after island destinations is a testament to the strength of our tourism sector and the collaborative efforts taking place across the visitor economy.’
The recognition comes as the Isle of Man's visitor economy continues to go from strength to strength. Latest figures show the Island welcomed 352,301 visitors in 2025, with tourism now contributing to a visitor economy worth £433.4 million annually. Visitor satisfaction remained exceptionally high at 99.2%, reinforcing the Island's reputation as a destination that continues to exceed expectations.
These results support Visit Isle of Man's long-term ambition to grow a sustainable, year-round visitor economy while continuing to raise the Island's profile in key UK and international markets.
The full list of winners can be found here.
