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It’s been another encouraging period for Guernsey tourism, with visitor numbers continuing to climb towards pre-Covid levels. This update also highlights recent marketing activity, industry partnerships and visitor updates.

The Nao Victoria, a replica of the first ship to circumnavigate the world in the 16th century, will be docked in St Peter Port and opening its decks to the public on select dates between Monday 7th and Sunday 20th September.

Komoot is one of the leading platforms for outdoor enthusiasts to find, plan, navigate and share new adventures. With a community of over 50 million users and a strong leisure-focused audience, Komoot provides an ideal platform for showcasing the Islands of Guernsey to people actively seeking new outdoor experiences. 

The total number of visitors to Guernsey (excluding yacht and cruise ship passengers) during Q2 2026 reached 81,681 according to the latest quarterly Travel and Visitor Accommodation Bulletin. This compares with 82,226 in the same period in 2019, meaning a difference of approximately 500 visitors since before the pandemic.

More than 2,300 people attended this year’s Twilight Cinema at Castle Cornet, making it one of the most successful events to date.

Castle Cornet’s popular medieval day Fete d’Etai returns for another year.

It’s been another busy period for the VisitGuernsey team, from the launch of Aurigny’s new Island Days campaign and Guernsey’s shortlisting for the Most Desirable Island in Europe Award, to media coverage reaching more than 400 million people. We also share visitor updates, upcoming events and business opportunities.

VisitGuernsey is working to develop a clearer picture of the autism-friendly experiences, attractions, accommodation providers, transport services and venues available across the Islands, and we need your help.

Inspired by the local arts scene, Guernsey Arts are proud to be launching a new initiative designed to get locals and visitors engaging with the environment entitled “Art en Plein Air”.

Brittany Ferries is taking bookings for travel between Guernsey, Poole and St Malo* up to 07 November 2027 following publication of its high-speed timetable from November this year.

VisitGuernsey has been shortlisted for Most Desirable Island in Europe at the 2026 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.

The plan sets out eight priority areas aimed at strengthening Guernsey’s economy, improving competitiveness and supporting long-term growth.

It's been an exciting period for Guernsey's tourism industry, marked by VisitGuernsey being crowned Destination Brand of the Year, the first meeting of the new Tourism Advisory Board, and progress on plans for the Victor Hugo Centre. Alongside industry training initiatives, the latest traveller booking insights and important reminders on accommodation standards, this edition highlights key developments supporting the Islands' visitor economy and future growth.

VisitGuernsey has been named Destination Brand of the Year at the prestigious 2026 Travel Marketing Awards.

Following a successful festival in April, The Big Eat is back this October, and we are, once again, inviting businesses across the Islands to get involved.