Isle of Man Tourism is asking residents to register their homes for the Homestay Scheme following the success of the TT3D film Closer to the Edge last year.

The department believe the film has increased the demand of this year’s TT festival, as numbers are already showing a 10 per cent rise.

Economic Development’s member with responsibility for tourism, Geoff Corkish MHK said: ‘The Department’s Tourism Quality and Service team would like to hear from more Isle of Man residents who are willing to be ambassadors for the island and host our TT visitors.

"Homestay is a great opportunity for guests from all over the world to learn more about the culture of our island and share our way of life."

Last year the department registered more than 700 properties, those who have previously registered have been invited to do so again this year.

"I'd like to thank everybody who has opened their homes in previous years and ask them to consider continuing their support this year," Mr Corkish added.

Registration is £15 and householders are exempt from tax on up to £1,500 of earnings from paying visitors. For more information call the Homestay team on 686802 or email homestay(at)gov.im



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