<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><?xml-stylesheet type="text/xsl" href="/_shared/RssNewsWeb.xsl"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><atom:link href="http://www.gov.im/rssnews.gov" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><title>Tourism News</title><description>News service provided by Isle of Man Public Services</description><link>http://www.gov.im/infocentre/</link><language>en</language><ttl>120</ttl><skipHours><hour>18</hour><hour>19</hour><hour>20</hour><hour>21</hour><hour>22</hour><hour>23</hour><hour>0</hour><hour>1</hour><hour>2</hour><hour>3</hour><hour>4</hour><hour>5</hour><hour>6</hour><hour>7</hour></skipHours><skipDays><day>Saturday</day><day>Sunday</day></skipDays><item><title>Tourism Awards 2012 Winners Announced</title><description>The Department of Economic Development is pleased to announce the finalists and winners of the 2012 Tourism Awards. 
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/tourismawards2011.xml</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/tourismawards2011.xml</guid></item><item><title>Invitation to register for ‘Taste Isle of Man’ 2013-14 </title><description>Isle of Man Tourism is pleased to announce that registration for ‘Taste Isle of Man’ 2013-14 is now open and is inviting all eateries on the Island to take part in the scheme. 
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/invitationtoregi.xml</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:02:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/invitationtoregi.xml</guid></item><item><title>Largest Sailing Ship in the World will visit the Isle of Man</title><description>The Isle of Man is set to welcome the largest sailing ship in the world ‘Wind Surf’, a Windstar fleet vessel, next year.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/largestsailingsh.xml</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/largestsailingsh.xml</guid></item><item><title>Last chance to nominate for Tourism Awards 2012</title><description>Isle of Man Tourism are reminding residents and visitors to send in their nominations for the Tourism Awards scheme 2012 before the closing date of 30th September 2012.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/lastchancetonomi1.xml</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:13:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/lastchancetonomi1.xml</guid></item><item><title>Accommodation providers awarded for outstanding service</title><description>Twelve proprietors of Isle of Man hotel, bed and breakfast and self-catering properties celebrated at a special presentation yesterday, when they were honoured with Gold and Silver Accolades for providing customer service excellence to visitors.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/accommodationpro.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2012 13:27:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/accommodationpro.xml</guid></item><item><title>Taste Isle of Man Directory 2012-13 is launched</title><description>The 2012-13 Taste Isle of Man Directory was launched at an event yesterday in Sir Norman’s Bar at the Sefton Hotel.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/tasteisleofmandi.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2012 13:18:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/tasteisleofmandi.xml</guid></item><item><title>Registration opens for 2013 Isle of Man Festival of Choirs</title><description>Isle of Man Tourism is proud to host its third Festival of Choirs, which will take place from Friday 18th until Sunday 20th October 2013.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/registrationopen.xml</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:44:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/registrationopen.xml</guid></item><item><title>Nominations open for Visitor Survey &amp; Tourism Awards 2012</title><description>The Department of Economic Development is pleased to announce the launch of the 2012 Visitor Survey incorporating the Tourism Awards.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/nominationsopenf.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2012 15:40:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/nominationsopenf.xml</guid></item><item><title>Last chance to enter the Isle of Man June Bowling Festival</title><description>The Isle of Man will be playing host to nearly 1,000 crown green bowlers when the annual Bowls Festivals take place later this year during June and September. 
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/lastchancetoente.xml</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 15:18:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/lastchancetoente.xml</guid></item><item><title>Welcomers set to greet first cruise ship of the year</title><description>On Tuesday 8th May the Isle of Man is expecting its first cruise vessel of 2012, Quest for Adventure, and the Department of Economic Development has put in place familiarisation sessions for volunteers to welcome passengers when they come ashore.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/welcomerssettogr.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:59:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/welcomerssettogr.xml</guid></item><item><title>Isle of Man Tourism launches redesigned visitisleofman.com website</title><description>The Department of Economic Development has announced the re-launch of its www.visitisleofman.com website in line with its increased focus on digital marketing for the tourism sector.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/isleofmantourism4.xml</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:58:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/isleofmantourism4.xml</guid></item><item><title>Final call for Householders to register for TT Homestay 2012</title><description>The TT festival is fast approaching and Isle of Man Tourism would like to appeal to the Island’s homeowners to help accommodate the thousands of visitors looking for somewhere to stay.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/finalcallforhous1.xml</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/finalcallforhous1.xml</guid></item><item><title>Entries open for Isle of Man’s 'atmospheric' End to End Race Walk</title><description>Entries have now opened for the End to End Race Walk, one of the great atmospheric endurance sporting events in the British Isles.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/entriesopenforis.xml</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/entriesopenforis.xml</guid></item><item><title>Small CAMRA branch aims to stage a big beer festival</title><description>One of the smaller branches of CAMRA is staging its inaugural Real Ale Festival next month and is promising a unique experience for visitors coming to the Isle of Man from the UK.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/smallcamrabranch.xml</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:31:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/smallcamrabranch.xml</guid></item><item><title>Double Dutch delight as Orange Army dominate Isle of Man Darts Festival</title><description>There was double Dutch delight as Jeffrey de Graaf celebrated victory, toppling fellow countryman Jan Dekker 4-2 in the men’s singles at the 27th IoM International Darts Festival.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/doubledutchdelig.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:33:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/doubledutchdelig.xml</guid></item><item><title>Top Players step up for International Darts Festival</title><description>The Isle of Man is hosting its 27th International Darts Festival from the 9th to the 11th March
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/topplayersstepup.xml</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:13:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/topplayersstepup.xml</guid></item><item><title>2012 Group Travel Guide launched by Isle of Man Tourism</title><description>Isle of Man Tourism has just published its latest handbook for group travel organisers, which provides a comprehensive guide to the diverse attractions of the Island for group visits.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/2012grouptravelg.xml</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:33:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/2012grouptravelg.xml</guid></item><item><title>Invitation to register for 'Taste' Isle of Man 2012/13</title><description>Isle of Man Tourism is pleased to announce that registration for 'Taste' Isle of Man 2012/13 is now open and all eating establishments on the Island are encouraged to take part in the scheme.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/13.xml</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:47:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/13.xml</guid></item><item><title>Isle of Man to be showcased on BBC’s Great British Railways series</title><description>BBC2’s Great British Railways programme featuring the Isle of Man will be broadcast on Friday 27th January at 6.30pm.
</description><link>http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/isleofmantobesho.xml</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:03:00 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.gov.im/lib/news/tourism/isleofmantobesho.xml</guid></item><item><title>Isle of Man Visitor Guide 2012 is launched</title><description>The Department of Economic Development is pleased to announce the launch of its 2012 Visitor Guide
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