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Where exactly is the 'Isle of Man'?
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The Isle of Man lies in the Irish Sea between Scotland and Ireland.
It is about 77 miles northwest of Liverpool, England. Geography
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Is it easy to get around the island?
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YES! Whether you bring your vehicle on the boat, rent a car, ride on
public buses, or use the vintage transport. The Isle of Man operates much
like any place in the UK. Transportation
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Does the island have places for Kids?
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Indeed it does. Most of the 'Story of Mann' is designed with kids or families
in mind. There are also beaches, pools, and water sports. Cinemas, ten pin
bowling, and much more. The island also has an extensive wildlife park.
Wildlife Park
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Does everyone on the island speak Manx?
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The everyday language of the Isle of Man is British English. Few people speak
the native Manx Language. Manx Language
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Is the Isle of Man part of the UK?
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No, the Isle of Man is a crown dependency which has its own laws, courts,
and government. The Government on the Isle of Man is a parliament called
Tynwald. Government
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What entertainment is there on the island?
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The island has many pubs, clubs and restaurants as well as a Victorian theatre,
casino and arts centre. There is something for everyones tastes available
throughout the year.
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Are there many options for shopping?
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There is a variety of shopping available on the island, from well known
UK high street shops, to local craft, art and woollen shops. Tynwald Mills and Craft Centre
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What currency do I need for my visit?
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The Isle of Man uses pound sterling, the same as the UK. It does however
print its own notes and coins, which look slightly different to the UK
equivalent. Currency from the UK is perfectly acceptable to use on the
island.
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Do I need my passport to visit the island?
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No. The Isle of Man is part of the common travel area for the UK. So there
is no need to carry a passport if you are coming from the travel area of the
UK, Republic of Ireland or the Channel Islands. However many airlines do
require passengers to show photo ID before boarding the plane.
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What is the STD Dialing Code for the Isle of Man?
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That would be 01624.
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Can I Send Letters with UK Stamps?
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No. The Isle of Man issues its own stamps and though they may look like or
even be priced the same as in the UK, you will need to buy Manx Stamps to send
letters from the Island.
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Will I be able to bring my caravan to the Island?
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The Isle of Man does not allow trailer caravans on the Island without a
permit. Motor Caravans are welcomed.
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