Isle of Man - Laxey, Ramsey and Castletown

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December 15th 2021

Published: January 2nd 2022

Dear All Greetings in this, my third and final entry on my lovely little break on the Isle of Man. I shall relate my adventures on my third full day on the island, along with the day of my journey home. There is lots more to tell, and I visited even more of the island on my last two days. After another good night’s sleep in the annex, I walked again, this time only 20 minutes to a small villag... Read Full Entry

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Alexander Waring

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Hello there! Thanks for reading my blog. I started it in 2010 to keep a record of my travels, to let people know how I'm going, and also to keep me sane at times while I'm on the road! I have written up my 28 most recent journeys so far, and have no plans at all to stop travelling just yet. 93 countries down, 102 more to go - watch this space! Alex... full info

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2nd January 2022

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Well done!
You managed to see every nook and cranny of the Isle of Man. It is a great location. I bought a pair of running man earrings while we were there. I'm so sorry to hear of the awful treatment you received at the airport. I do hope you hear back from them. I would notify the tourist board also. Great idea. So sad really. A few can spoil things.

2nd January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Thank you!
Thank you for your comment MJ. Indeed, I left feeling I'd pretty much explored the whole island - very satisfying! Thanks for your comments about the airport security staff. I was adamant to ensure they didn't mar my experience of the Manx people in general, who were wonderful ? "The running man", I like that - lol! I'm sure your earrings are a great conversation-starter! ?

2nd January 2022

Home and Away
Bob Carlsen

Exploring the Isle of Man...
Public transportation seemed to be excellent for touring the entire island. I probably would have rented a car! As for future trips, do you have friends or family in New England? I hope that all works out for you.

2nd January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Isle of Man
Thanks Bob. Yes, I think a lot of visitors actually hire a car when they visit the Isle of Man. I generally prefer public transport if it's available, it's a great way to experience life as a local I find. No family or friends in New England. I did get a brand new ten-year US tourist visa just before the c-word hit, so I'm planning to hopefully make good use of it for future travels over the coming years ?. There are so many places in the US I'd like to visit.

4th January 2022

bvchef
Brendan Vermillion

My kind of souvenirs
I am sorry to hear of such a crappy departure from this wonderful place. I hope you wear this scarf and cap and remember the good times. These are souvenirs that will last you for years to come.

4th January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Souvenirs
Thanks Brendan. The airport security is now just a distant memory thankfully, the beauty of the island will remain for a while. Great to see we have the same taste in souvenirs too, as well as travel saving methods ?

4th January 2022

Ake Och Emma
Ake Dahllof and Emma Holmbro

On faded glory
We have over the years visited a few towns that where the heydays are over and where the glory is now starting to fade. I guess this is true about Ramsey. Often we actually like these places. We find that there is something both sad and beautiful about that. One place I've wanted to visit just for this "faded glory" is Acapulco. But I fear that it won't be nice there. I've heard that the crime rate is very high in Acapulco and that will probably kill the joy of visiting. /Ake

4th January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Faded Glory
I know exactly what you mean about "faded glory" Ake, I feel the same - I also think these are often very interesting places to visit. I was in Acapulco in 1998. It was very much in its glory days then. It would be so interesting to re-visit a place that has transitioned into faded glory, and probably really quite sad too.

5th January 2022

Waddads Travel
Lori & Susan

Souvenirs!
I love bringing back souvenirs from travel. I use the wool scarf I got in Ireland a lot (especially lately with all the snow and cold weather we've been getting). It's so nice to look at or use something we got on our travels and remember our wonderful trips. I'm sure you will use your scarf and hat for years to come, and think of your trip to the Isle of Man!

6th January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Souvenirs!
Yay! I love bringing back souvenirs too. I have a few display shelves at home showing some of them, but some day I think I'll need a separate "Travel" room to be able to display all of them. Yes, I think I will wear the scarf and hat and think of the Isle of Man in the future. I've heard about the cold and snowy weather you've been having over there - an Irish scarf must be a good antidote to it! ?

7th January 2022

Readingfcboi
Alan Atkinson

Trip
I remember hearing that the Isle of Man had managed to get rid of the C-word, it seems by excessive measures. Despite the horrible airport experience, it sounds like you've really enjoyed yourself on the island. I really would like to visit the island myself one day, but most likely in summer ?

8th January 2022

alex waring
Alexander Waring

Trip
Thanks Alan, and thank you for reading my blog. I remember hearing somewhere whilst there that the Manx government's original plan with the c-word was "elimination", now it has become "mitigation" - I think they have come to appreciate the need to just live with it. Indeed, the airport experience was rubbish, but I very much recommend a visit to the island - I think it would be amazing in the summer! ?

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