The scheme invites guests to make a voluntary £3 donation with every booking, with 100% of the funds going directly to MWT to support their work protecting the Island’s wildlife and wild places.

To celebrate this milestone and thank Island Escapes for their continued support, MWT volunteers built a bespoke flower-adorned luggage cart for display outside the company’s Castletown office. The cart, filled with colourful blooms supplied by Castletown Commissioners, symbolises the partnership’s shared commitment to making the Isle of Man a welcoming place – both for visitors and for nature.

MWT Chief Executive, Graham Makepeace-Warne, said:

“Island Escapes’ support has made a real and lasting difference to our work. Over £25,000 raised in just seven years is a tremendous achievement, and every single donation helps us protect the Island’s special landscapes and wildlife. This partnership is a shining example of how tourism and conservation can work hand in hand and I’ve been delighted by how our two organisations have grown side-by-side.”

John Keggin, Commercial Director of Island Escapes, added:

“We’re delighted to have reached this milestone. Our visitors love the Isle of Man for its natural beauty, and supporting MWT is a way of helping to keep it special. The flower cart is a wonderful gesture from MWT and Castletown Commissioners, and we’re proud to display it.”

The two organisations are looking forward to continuing their partnership, ensuring visitors can enjoy the Isle of Man’s unique wildlife for years to come.