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Holiday Isle - The History of the Manx Boarding House

Out of Print

This colourful book overflows with life and fascinating old photographs of the Isle of Man’s famous holiday industry. Stories are told from hoteliers, cooks, chamber maids and even the visitors themselves as they recall the heady days when hundreds of thousands of holiday-makers came to the Island for their annual break.

Original research and unique photographs are featured in this highly readable account which is now the definitive record of the Island greatest industry.