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Douglas (Isle of Man), United Kingdom
The Isle of Man, is located in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland. Its capital, Douglas, has a convenient railway system that makes it easy to discover. During your visit, make sure to explore the impressive 11th-century Peel Castle originally built by Vikings. There’s also plenty of time for you to meet the largest waterwheel in the world, Lady Isabella. Take in the city's natural beauty, exciting attractions and friendly locals, who are known to coexist with the natural landscape in perfect harmony.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Douglas. Ship will DOCK at this port. -
Time Zone
GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) UTC/GMT+01:00 -
Language
English is the language spoken in Douglas. -
Currency & Shopping
The local currency is the Manx Pound (IMP). -
Famous For
Every year Douglas hosts The Isle of Man TT. The ultimate 'must see it' event for motorsport fans across the globe -
Fun Fact #1
It is possible to view the Milky Way and occasionally the northern lights from the Isle of Man. -
Fun Fact #2
The Manx cat is a breed of domestic cat originating on the Isle of Man with little or no tail at all. -
Tip
Never use the word ‘rat’ while visiting the island. It is believed that you will be burdened with a lifetime of bad luck! Instead, you can say ‘long tail’.