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Daily Record
08-05-2025
- Daily Record
Island with 'best beach' you can fly to in under an hour
Its known for its diverse landscape, which includes rolling hills and rugged cliffs A quaint yet captivating isle, said by some to have the "best beach in the world", lies just under an hour's flight from the UK. The Isle of Man, nestled in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland, may be small at about 30 miles by 10 miles, but it offers featuring rolling hills, breathtaking cliffs, and sandy shores. Douglas, the capital, boasts one of the most popular beaches, complete with a wide stretch of golden sands and convenient facilities such as watersports, cafes, and eateries. And if you venture out a bit you'll find Port Erin Beach, tucked away in a charming coastal village. According to the Liverpool ECHO, Port Erin has a 4.8 rating on Google, with one reviewer hailing it "the best beach in the world". Port Erin is also home to Scoops, an ice cream shop offering the acclaimed Davison's Ice Cream, and La Gusto Pizza, famed for its authentic Italian pizzas and calzones. Aside from its stunning beaches there are also enchanting waterfalls. Dhoon Glen Waterfall, situated on the east coast, is a natural wonder, tumbling through a forested glen in a series of dramatic drops. The Isle of Man also boasts other must-visit attractions such as the Laxey Wheel, the world's largest working waterwheel, and the Snaefell Mountain Railway, which ferries visitors to the top of Snaefell, the island's tallest peak. Yet, the Isle of Man is perhaps most renowned for its adrenaline-fuelled TT motorcycle races, attracting thousands of international spectators. The TT comprises a series of motorcycle races, with the Senior TT being the highlight. The Senior TT marks the finale of the event, spanning a punishing 226.38 miles along the demanding Snaefell Mountain Course. Since the first Isle of Man TT in 1907, it has produced legendary moments that have etched their place in motorcycling history. You can fly to the Isle of Man from Edinburgh with the journey taking around 55 minutes.
Daily Mirror
08-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Island with 'best beach in the world' less than an hour from UK
It boasts some incredible coatline A small yet enchanting island, home to what's been dubbed the "best beach in the world", is less than an hour from the UK by plane. The Isle of Man sits in the Irish Sea, nestled between Great Britain and Ireland. Despite its modest size - approximately 30 miles long and 10 miles wide - it boasts a diverse landscape of rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. Impressively, the island's coastline spans 99 miles, offering a plethora of stunning beaches for visitors to explore. Douglas, the capital city, is home to one of the most frequented beaches, featuring a broad expanse of golden sand and nearby amenities including watersports facilities, cafes, and restaurants. Further afield, Port Erin Beach nestles within a quaint seaside village. Garnering a 4.8 out of five rating on Google, some reviewers have hailed it as the 'best beach in the world', reports the Liverpool Echo. Port Erin also hosts Scoops, an ice cream parlour serving award-winning Davison's Ice Cream, and La Gusto Pizza, known for its hand-stretched Italian pizzas and calzones. Beyond its array of beautiful beaches, the Isle of Man is graced with several waterfalls. Dhoon Glen Waterfall, located on the island's east coast, is a popular natural attraction, cascading down a wooded glen in multiple tiers. The Isle of Man's enchanting beauty is perfectly embodied by the Fairy Bridge on the A5 between Ballasalla and Newtown. As per local Manx folklore, this bridge is home to the island's fairies, and it's deemed unlucky not to acknowledge them. There are other must-see attractions on the Isle of Man too, such as the Laxey Wheel, the world's largest operational waterwheel, and the Snaefell Mountain Railway, which transports visitors to the summit of Snaefell, the island's highest peak. However, the Isle of Man is perhaps best known for its thrilling TT motorcycle races, drawing thousands of spectators from across the globe. The TT is a series of motorcycle races, with the Senior TT being the main event. The Senior TT is the concluding race of the event, covering a gruelling 226.38 miles on the challenging Snaefell Mountain Course. Since the inaugural Isle of Man TT in 1907, it has created legendary moments that have become part of motorcycling history.
