But families are being more careful with their money
While businesses have welcomed a temporary VAT reduction that was introduced by the Manx government last month, they say families do not have the same disposable income they had before the coronavirus pandemic.
In June, the Isle of Man followed a UK decision to reduce rates from 20 percent to five percent on selected activities.
The aim of the scheme is to make family outings more affordable, enabling children and parents to enjoy activities like dining out, visiting cinemas and theatres, and attending attractions like soft plays centres and theme parks.
But are families using it yet?
Ruth Mead from Red Mie Farm says her business has passed the reduction on in full to its visitors:
Kathleen Graham is the Park Manager at Curraghs Wildlife Park.
She says it's also introduced the change in full, but it's also giving visitors the chance to give back to the animals:
The scheme covers:
- Children’s meals served in restaurants for consumption on the premises
- Children’s and family tickets for cinemas, theatres, concerts, shows, and exhibitions
- Admission tickets (for both children and adults) to attractions, include:
- Amusement parks and fairs
- Museums and zoos
- Soft play centres and circuses
- Adventure parks, nature reserves, and wildlife parks
- Observation and visitor attractions
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