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Golfing tourists arrive in style

 

The world's largest sailing ship is due to arrive in Manx waters on Friday morning (30 August). 

Wind Surf is a five-masted yacht which will bring more than 300 guests to the Isle of Man.

The passengers are largely golf enthusiasts on a tour of classic golf locations around the British Isles.

As part of the Legendary Links cruise the tourists will play a round at Castletown Golf Links, as well as taking in other attractions including Cregneash, a ride on the steam railway and the final day of the Festival of Motorcycling.

Head of Tourism at the Department of Economic Development Angela Byrne says the cruise market has become really important for the Island:

 

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